Recent News
April 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...
March 23, 2020
First Responders PSA: Do Not Drive To The ER
Heart attacks are often portrayed with dramatic flair – someone clutching their chest and falling to the ground. While chest pain is a symptom of a heart attack, there are several other symptoms that indicate... Read MoreMarch 22, 2020
Pregnant During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Stay up to date with the latest information from the CDC here. Pregnant women are more vulnerable to respiratory viruses in general with COVID-19 being one of many such viruses. If you are an expectant mother and have a prenatal appointment already scheduled, please go to that appointment. Your... Read MoreMarch 18, 2020
Albuquerque Hospital Launches Drive-Up COVID-19 Testing
Albuquerque Hospital Launches Drive-Up COVID-19 TestingDrive-up COVID-19 testing is now available at an hospital in downtown Albuquerque. By Associated Press, Wire Service Content March 14, 2020, at 6:45 p.m.
U.S. News & World Report ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Drive-up... Read More