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Category Archives: COVID News
New Mexico 5-Actions™ Program
The New Mexico 5-Actions Program is free a self-guided roadmap for those who struggle with addiction. If you struggle with substance use or addictive behaviors, you’re not alone – not anymore. The online 5-Actions Program offers you a new way to access help, when you want it, where you want it. Read the full post to learn more and sign up today.
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State of New Mexico: COVID-19 UPDATES
Positive cases of COVID-19 have been identified in communities across New Mexico. State health officials continue to test, process, monitor and track instances of the virus — and the state of New Mexico has taken proactive, aggressive public health actions to mitigate the spread of the disease. Visit the State of New Mexico website, www.NewMexico.gov, for the latest COVID-19 updates relevant to New Mexico, including videos for the deaf and hard of hearing, latest news from Michelle Lujan Grisham, and information for individuals experiencing financial hardship.
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Mental Health & Resilience: COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 creates stressful times, but we are resilient and will get through it together. It’s normal to feel sad, overwhelmed, anxious and worried about the COVID virus. New Mexico Crisis Line offers free behavioral health services and is available to anyone anytime online or over the phone. Additionally, Georgia Tech's Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation has put together a webinar discussing mental health and resilience among the disability community during COVID-19. This webinar offers resources, tips, and guidance for improving mental health and building resilience during this difficult time.
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Using Hand Sanitizer
To prevent the spread of germs, including COVID-19, CDC recommends washing hands with soap and water whenever possible. But if soap and water are not readily available, using a hand sanitizer made with at least 60% alcohol can help you avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. Read the full post to learn about how to select and use hand sanitizer from the CDC.
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Holidays at Home
As cases, hospitalizations, and deaths continue to increase across the United States, the safest way to celebrate the winter holidays is to celebrate at home with the people you live with. Gatherings with family and friends who do not live with you can increase the chances of getting or spreading COVID-19 or the flu.
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COVID-19 Vaccinations
In the United States, there is not yet an authorized or approved vaccine to prevent COVID-19. The federal government has been working to make one or more vaccines available as soon as possible. With the possibility of one or more COVID-19 vaccines becoming available before the end of 2020, we pulled together some benefits and facts from the CDC about COVID-19 vaccines. Read the full post for more details on CDC's COVID-19 vaccine recommendations.
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