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The NM Dept of Health (NMDOH) has noticed an outbreak in norovirus cases.

Norovirus is a “stomach bug” that can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, sweats, viral muscle aches, fatigue), and potentially dehydration.

It is spread from one person who has norovirus to an uninfected person, most commonly through sharing food & drink items, but can also be spread through contact of infected droplets of vomit or diarrhea.

Risk of obtaining norovirus can be decreased with proper hand hygiene.

There is no cure– norovirus goes away with time.

Please note that antibiotics never treat a viral infection such as norovirus, as antibiotics only treat bacteria.

If you do get any stomach virus, the most important treatment is to maintain hydration using clear bland fluids that your stomach can tolerate.

If we do see you in clinic for any stomach virus, we can provide nausea medications for you to take home.

It is important to seek medical care immediately if you are unable to maintain hydration on your own.

If a household member or close contact becomes ill with a stomach virus: surfaces, clothing, and linens should be disinfected to prevent spread. (Clean surfaces with bleach-based cleaners. Wash clothes & linens with detergent and hot water, then dry on the hottest temperature cycle.)

You can visit the CDC page for more information on norovirus: https://www.cdc.gov/norovirus/about/index.html

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Recently, the Historic Preservation Office hosted the Annual Mescal Roast at the beginning of May. The Historic Preservation Office wants to especially thank each family that participated. Together they roast 32 mescal heads.

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The Historic Preservation Office anticipates another successful mescal roast next year!

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As of May 18, 2021:

*Includes testing by IHS & NMDOH

**New cases: 12 (since 5-10-21) (average of 1.5 new cases per day)

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Parade entry forms will be available online SOON!

Follow Mescalero Parade on Facebook for more details.

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Beginning May 17, 2021 the Mescalero Empowerment Complex will strictly be closed to the public due to major construction activity.

Heavy construction equipment will be present during the next four weeks.  

During this time, the basketball courts next to the Empowerment Complex will also be closed.

For walkers and runners using the old Mescalero football field they can continue doing so.

We ask that you park nearest to the community swimming pool.

We apologize for any inconvenience this closure may cause but, construction on the Empowerment Complex must begin.

Thank you!   

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Are you a senior over 60 years of age and in need of utility assistance? Call HelpNM to find out if you qualify! The number is:

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SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health on Friday announced the state’s adoption of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s updated guidance on facemasks for those who are fully vaccinated. An updated Department of Health public health order, effective Friday, May 14, is attached to this news release.

Per the CDC, in most circumstances, fully vaccinated individuals are no longer required to wear a mask in either indoor or outdoor settings. All individuals who are unvaccinated or not yet fully vaccinated are still required, per the public health order and CDC guidance, to wear a mask in public settings. Individuals are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Individuals who do not meet those requirements must continue to wear a mask in public settings.

New Mexicans are encouraged to continue adhering to COVID-safe practices. All individuals, including those who are fully vaccinated, should continue to wear well-fitted masks where required by localities, tribal entities, and individual businesses. The state fully supports businesses and workplaces that may continue to require masks for employees and/or customers on the premises, regardless of vaccination status.

“Getting vaccinated is the ticket to a safe and healthy COVID-free future,” said Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. “We are close and getting closer. But that all depends on New Mexicans continuing to protect themselves and their community by getting vaccinated – please find vaccines near you at vaccineNM.org and get your shot!”

Per CDC guidance, masks continue to be required to be worn by all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, in the following settings:

• Health care settings, including but not limited to hospitals, long-term care facilities, and doctors’ offices
• Correctional facilities
• Homeless shelters
• Public transportation, including but not limited to buses, trains, and planes and in transportation hubs such as airports and stations

As the majority of students remain unvaccinated, the CDC’s guidance for school settings currently remains unchanged. Pending additional guidance from the CDC, masks continue to be required in schools for all students and school staff regardless of vaccination status.

“Unvaccinated individuals remain at risk of contracting and spreading the virus; over 99% percent of new COVID-19 cases nationwide are among the unvaccinated,” said Department of Health Secretary Tracie Collins, M.D. “Please schedule your shot today at vaccineNM.org and protect yourself and your loved ones.”

“As the CDC continues to evaluate available data and develop additional guidance, it is critical that New Mexicans continue to take all precautions until they are fully vaccinated,” said Human Services Department Secretary David Scrase, M.D. “While the science is clear that vaccinated individuals are protected, New Mexicans must continue to get vaccinated in order to guarantee that protection. Vaccines are safe, effective, and widely available to New Mexicans – please get vaccinated.”

Mass gathering limits and the statewide framework remain in place. As previously announced by the governor and state officials, New Mexico will graduate from the color-coded county risk system and remove most pandemic-related restrictions on commercial activities when 60% of eligible New Mexicans have been fully vaccinated. As of May 13, 51% of eligible New Mexicans have been fully vaccinated.

All New Mexicans age 16+ are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine and are strongly encouraged to schedule their vaccine appointment today at vaccineNM.org or by calling 1-855-600-3453. Parents of New Mexicans age 12-15 are encouraged to register their child for the approved Pfizer vaccine at vaccineNM.org.

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