Miranda Durham

Unintentional falls are still the leading cause of injury-related death amongst residents over the age of 65 according to a new report from the New Mexico Deparment of Health, despite the mortality rate from falls dropping by 41% from 2019 to 2023.

Falls cause the most injury-related deaths in people 65 and up

Daniel Montaño

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths of older New Mexicans, according to a Department of Health report released Tuesday. The new report looked at data from 2019 to 2023, and found although mortality from falls decreased by 41% during that time, from 347 deaths to 213, hospitalizations increased.

COVID-19 Current Wastewater Viral Activity Levels Map that indicates that New Mexico is classified as "very high risk."

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Very high levels of COVID-19 in New Mexico according to wastewater data

Jeanette DeDios

Recent wastewater analysis from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ranks New Mexico as one of four states with a very high level of COVID-19.

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New Mexico expects the new COVID vaccine soon: here's how to get the shot

Alice Fordham

The state Department of Health says only about 10% of New Mexicans got the updated vaccine last year, this year they are trying to smooth the process and clarify the messaging.