Recent News
May 8, 2020
Nurses Week 2020
Lovelace Women’s Hospital is filled with employees who are ready and prepared for the COVID-19 pandemic we are facing. We are lucky to have people who are innovative, smart and pride themselves on giving our patients exceptional care, while maintaining a safe environment for all involved.... Read MoreMay 6, 2020
Trends in Obstetric Nursing
On the heels of National Nurses’ Day (May 6), I asked my co-worker, who has been a Labor and Delivery nurse for over 20 years, to reflect on her experience. She shared: “I embarked on a new career in Obstetric Nursing in 1990, which gives me 20 years on which to reflect. Obstetrics (OB... Read MoreMay 6, 2020
National Nurses Week 2020
“Being noble is defined as having, showing, or coming from personal qualities that people admire (such as honesty, generosity, courage, etc.) There are a few noble professions in this world. Practicing medicine is one of them. And being a nurse is perhaps the noblest in the house of medicine... Read MoreApril 8, 2020
'War without guns': Local manufacturers build key equipment for N.M.
By its very nature, Marpac Inc. had already joined the fight against the novel coronavirus.The Albuquerque-based medical manufacturer’s main business is producing key components used in ventilators.
But when supplies of personal protective equipment began to run... Read More
April 7, 2020
Roswell nurses assist New Jersey hospital during pandemic
Heeding the call of their occupation, three nurses from Roswell are now in one of the areas of the nation most affected by the coronavirus.Lovelace Medical Center intensive care unit nurses Brittany Dickman, Cara Alsafi and Jesse Gomez arrived in New Jersey Thursday night and... Read More
April 1, 2020
New Mexico got aggressive start on testing for virus
New Mexico got aggressive start on testing for virus BY RYAN BOETEL / JOURNAL STAFF WRITERPublished: Monday, March 30th, 2020 at 10:12pm
Updated: Tuesday, March 31st, 2020 at 12:02am People arrive at a testing facility across the street from Lovelace Medical Center, 601 Dr. Martin... Read More
March 30, 2020
Combat social distancing with technology
The COVID-19 pandemic has reignited the practice of social distancing. Advised by government and health officials, social distancing is essential to slowing the spread of the coronavirus. To keep our patients and staff safe, we now have a no-visitor policy with few exceptions until further notice.... Read MoreMarch 27, 2020
Activities for You & Your Children
Re-engage, Reconnect and Make Memories! Unexpected time at home can be a transition. There can be added stressors when you are worried about work and illness. Try taking a few moments to re-engage and reconnect with your family. Make some memories. If you’re looking for activities to keep... Read MoreMarch 23, 2020
7 Tips for Mental Health when Social Distancing
Managing stress and anxiety during this time of uncertainty will make you, and those around you stronger. If you are practicing social distancing or home quarantining here are a few helpful tips to maintain and improve your mental health.- Establish healthy routines during the day. Plan a...