New Mexico Alliance of Health Councils

New Mexico's County and Tribal Health Councils are beacons of light for communities across our state. YOUR VOICE can be a champion for Health Equity. Get involved by: 1. Engaging with your Local Health Council: Become a member and learn more about what is happening locally and contribute your skills and time 2. Advocating for Health Equity: Sign (https://lnkd.in/gAb7CmHp) NMAHC's Letter of Support, asking New Mexico's Legislators to establish recurring optimal funding for County and Tribal Health Councils, thus enhancing Health Equity and ensuring Access to essential services. 3. Collaborating: Build meaningful community connections with your neighbors, local organizations, Health Councils, and Policymakers By taking action, you can empower yourself and your community to advocate for a healthier, more equitable New Mexico today. #HealthEquity #NMAHC #CommunityAdvocacy

?? Join us in making a difference for health equity in New Mexico! County & Tribal Health Councils have been deeply underfunded for over a decade. With your investment, we can advocate for recurring optimal funding for the essential services Health Councils offer, empowering them to continue to serve communities statewide at the scale that is needed. Together, we can ensure that health is a reality for everyone. Your support will: - Strengthen our public health infrastructure - Advocate for policies that advance health equity - Support community-based prevention and intervention efforts that improve well-being Invest in advocacy today and be part of the movement to advance health equity in New Mexico! Contribute now at: https://lnkd.in/giJrshjS #InvestInHealth #HealthChampion #HealthEquity #AdvocacyInAction #CommunityHealth Valeria Alarcón Gerilyn Antonio, MPH Joseph Hill Philippe M. Chino

#NationalRuralHealthDay is a time to recognize the incredible efforts of rural healthcare providers and community partners who work to improve health in rural areas. In New Mexico, County & Tribal Health Councils are the crucial community-based coalitions working to address the unique healthcare needs of rural, Tribal, and frontier communities. Health Councils improve access to care, promote health equity, and strengthen the overall health of New Mexicans statewide.. Join us in highlighting the dedicated work of New Mexico's County & Tribal Health Councils who build communities of health every day. #RuralHealth #NMHealth #NewMexico #PublicHealth #HealthyCOmmunities Valeria Alarcón Gerilyn Antonio, MPH New Mexico Association of Counties New Mexico Thrives New Mexico Department of Health Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico

On behalf of New Mexico Alliance of Health Councils and County & Tribal Health Councils, we thank New Mexico Department of Health Sec. Patrick Allen for his leadership and wish him the best with his future endeavors. We look forward to working closely with Gina DeBlassie the Governor’s Public Health Advisor and the New Mexico Department of Health on our unifying commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities statewide. #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #NewMexico #HealthyNewMexico Valeria Alarcón

Today, we remember the lives of those in our transgender community whose lives have been lost to violence. Their stories matter, and their voices matter. We honor their memory by striving for a world where everyone can live authentically, safely, and thrive. New Mexico is proudly one of the most 2SLGBTQIA-friendly and progressive states in the Nation. Let's continue to be a beacon of acceptance, support, and equity for all. #TDOR #TransLivesMatter #2SLGBTQIA #LGBTQ #NewMexico

Be a CHAMPION for Health in New Mexico! Your support for the New Mexico Alliance of Health Councils empowers advocacy efforts that amplify community voices and strengthen County & Tribal Health Councils, directly impacting the health and well-being of New Mexico at large. In 2023, thanks to the Alliances' effective advocacy efforts we were able to secure over 100 County & Tribal Health Councils staff across the state, enhancing public health collaboration with the @NMDOH in service of communities statewide. By contributing to the Alliance's advocacy strategies, you will: - Strengthen our public health infrastructure - Advocate for policies that advance health equity - Support community-based health hubs, County & Tribal Health Councils Investing in advocacy is a powerful step towards advancing health equity for all! Join us in making a meaningful and long-lasting difference: https://lnkd.in/gpZtnzXY #NewMexico #PublicHealth #InvestInHealth #JoinUs #HealthCouncils Valeria Alarcón Gerilyn Antonio, MPH Philippe M. Chino Joseph Hill

County & Tribal Health Councils are an integral part of public health functions across New Mexico. Daily, they are working on improving the health and well-being of our communities. Health Councils: - Coordinate Access to Health Services: Ensuring access and promoting health equity by collaborating with key partners to provide and expand services to meet their community where they are. - Emergency Response: Whether it is coordinating resources for meeting emergency community needs during floods and fires, to national pandemics, they are the local boots on the ground who will instantly rally to support their local area. - Empowering Communities: Being an everpresent, trusted community health hub, they drive community-based solutions and provide a place for community voices to be heard. New Mexico's Health Councils are the lifelines of their communities. Establishing recurring optimal funding is integral to leveraging them for success in serving communities statewide. #CommunityLifeline #PublicHealth #HealthEquity #NewMexico #InvestInHealth #CommunityEmpowerment

As flooding continues to impact Roswell and Chavez County, staying informed and supporting relief efforts is crucial. Here are some resources: Distribution Centers ?? Red Cross is operating at the local fairground ?? Fulkerson Plumbing at 1600 W 2nd St ?? Rhoads Co Plumbing & HVAC at 107 E 6th St ?? Assumption Church at 2808 N Kentucky Ave. ?? Regularly Updated Document: tinyurl.com/FloodResource Floor Cleanup Help: ?? https://lnkd.in/gfvUdAFh Volunteer: ?? https://lnkd.in/g-_URGVs Where 2 start flood cleanup: ?? https://lnkd.in/g6Y-pcrk Stay informed by following #ChavezCountyHealthCouncil Let’s come together to assist our community members & support those affected by these devastating floods! #Roswell #ChavezCounty #RoswellFlood #Community #Resources

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a crucial time to empower ourselves and our communities in New Mexico to reduce the risk of lung cancer. The @NMDOH's Nicotine Use Prevention and Control (NUPAC) program offers several resources to assist individuals in cutting nicotine out of their lives. You can call 1-800-QUIT NOW (1-800-784-8669) for English support or 1-855-DEJELO YA (1-855-335-3569) for Spanish assistance to receive free coaching, nicotine patches, or gum. Additionally, visit DejeloYaNM.com for a free web-based service that provides online support, including 24-hour text message assistance. For New Mexico teens, the Live Vape Free program offers a text-based solution with one-on-one coaching and live text support to help them quit e-cigarettes. Teens can register by texting VAPEFREE to 873373. Additional statewide resources can be found at: www.sharenm.org New Mexico's County and tribal Health Councils are critical partners in this effort, providing vital education and support tailored to our communities. By working together and utilizing these resources, we can foster healthier communities statewide! #LungCancerAwareness #PublicHealth #HealthHubs #CommunityFirst #NewMexicoHealth New Mexico Thrives NMDOH PHD NORTHWEST REGION NMDOH PHD SOUTHEAST REGION #NMDOH Valeria Alarcón

Join us on our collective advocacy effort in support of our local communities, ensuring access to essential services and primary care ???????? let’s work together to secure this critical function of public health County & Tribal Health Councils.