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December 4, 2024

Expert care helps first-time mother navigate challenging delivery

Kassi and Matt Foote, first-time parents in Albuquerque, New Mexico, were counting the days until their new baby was born. Between the baby showers and shopping for new baby supplies, Foote maintained a regular schedule of visits to her obstetrician, who monitored her vital signs and those of her... Read More
November 7, 2024

Lung Cancer Awareness: Early Detection Saves Lives

Lung cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer accounts for approximately 23% of all cancer deaths, making it a critical public health issue. However, early detection through low-dose CT lung cancer... Read More
October 25, 2024

Don't Let the Flu Catch You - Flu shots available

The primary care physicians at Lovelace Medical Group provide high quality family medicine services for patients in New Mexico. We specialize in diagnosing and treating various health conditions. Our family medicine services include preventive health check-ups, care for chronic conditions, and... Read More
October 24, 2024

Six things you need to know about hearing loss

One of the most common misconceptions about hearing loss is that it only affects older adults. In reality, anyone at any age can experience hearing loss or decreased clarity of hearing. Here are six things you should understand about avoiding or minimizing hearing loss at any age: 1. What causes... Read More
October 11, 2024

New vaccine available for the 2024-25 flu season

A new vaccine that fights three strains of influenza is now available from health care providers across the U.S. The most effective way to fight the flu is to get vaccinated, says the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While the virus can spread among the population during the... Read More
July 30, 2024

Lovelace Westside Hospital Celebrates 40 Years of Service to Albuquerque Westside

2024 is a monumental birthday for Lovelace Westside Hospital, marking 40 years of serving Rio Rancho and Westside residents of Albuquerque with high-quality, convenient care. What began as a small, community hospital has grown into an exceptional team who have contributed to Lovelace Westside... Read More
June 27, 2024

Stay Safe This 4th of July: Common Emergencies and How to Avoid Them

The 4th of July is a time for celebration but it’s also the busiest day of the year for fire and EMS departments across the country, including here in New Mexico. With fireworks, barbecues and outdoor activities, the risk of accidents and injuries increases significantly. By being aware of... Read More
June 3, 2024

Engineer’s perception changed with second hip replacement

There is a natural curiosity in engineers to understand exactly how things work. Mark Meyer, 63, an Albuquerque resident who works at Sandia National Laboratories as a field engineer, was very curious about the workings of the hip joint and to understand why his right hip was causing so much pain.... Read More
May 20, 2024

Infant sun protection

Infant skin is different than adult skin – it is thinner, lighter and more sensitive. A sunburn on a baby can become a medical emergency from blisters, fever and dehydration. The best way to prevent this is to protect your baby from becoming sunburned. Ways to protect your baby from the sun... Read More
May 7, 2024

Spotting the Warning Signs of Stroke Critical for Successful Treatment

Do you know the warning signs for a stroke? Would you recognize them in someone else? What about yourself? We often think if something like a stroke has occurred, we would realize it immediately, right? As it turns out, nearly 70 percent of people who have suffered a minor stroke don’t... Read More