COVID-19

Click for updated information from the CDC related to individuals who have been fully vaccinated.

Below please find the current State of New Mexico Covid-19 dashboard which includes total case numbers, tests performed, total hospitalizations, current hospitalizations, total deaths, and total recoveries. You will also find the state map with the current case outlook. This map is updated on Wednesday every two weeks, the next update will be on June 30, 2021. You can click the image below or follow this link to the NM Department of Health website dashboard.

Effective Friday, April 30, the health metrics that will be used to determine a county’s risk level will be:

A new per-capita rate of new COVID-19 cases of no greater than 10 per 100,000 inhabitants over the most recent 14-day reporting period
An average positivity rate less than or equal to 7.5 percent over the most recent 14-day reporting period
A county with a fully vaccinated rate at or above a target, beginning at 35% as of April 30and increasing to 40% for the regularly scheduled map update on May 5, will increase 5% every other week as more vaccinations are completed
- As an example, the vaccination rate metric will increase to 45 percent for the next biweekly map update on May 19

A county that meets none of the criteria upon the biweekly Department of Health map update will be at the Red Level. A county meeting one metric will be at the Yellow Level. A county meeting two criteria is at the Green Level. A county meeting all three criteria, or having maintained the Green Level for two consecutive biweekly map update periods, is at the Turquoise Level.

In addition, counties that reach the Turquoise Level will move to a four-week update, as opposed to biweekly. In other words, once a county reaches the Turquoise Level, as of June 14, they will maintain the Turquoise Level for at least the next four weeks, whereas up until now the time period between updates has been two weeks.

Previously, the health metrics were more restrictive; the new per-capita case rate was 8 per 100,000 inhabitants and the average new positivity rate was 5 percent. Vaccination rates were not part of the equation.

CORONAVIRUS HOTLINE 1-855-600-3453

What do I do if I think I have COVID-19?

Based on CDC guidelines, if you think you may have COVID-19 and are experiencing minor symptoms, Gerald Champion recommends you self-quarantine at home for at least 14 days and consult with your healthcare provider. For severe symptoms, call ahead to your local Emergency Center prior to arriving or dial 911 if you need emergent care.

How can I be tested for COVID-19?

There are a limited number of COVID-19 test kits available nationwide. To determine who gets tested for the virus, Gerald Champion follows Public Health guidelines, which includes evaluating for relevant symptoms, travel history and potential exposure.

What happens if I test positive for this Coronavirus?

If a patient is confirmed with COVID-19, the decision to hospitalize the patient or recommend self-quarantine will be made in consultation with healthcare providers.

(Source https://www.gcrmc.org/community-coronavirus-communication/ )

Please note that the City has closed down the North and West entrances of City Hall. All employees and members of the public will be required to enter through the Eastern double doors, you may exit through any door. Thank you for your cooperation. For additional information from the NM Dept of Health, please CLICK HERE.

With the continuous growth of information from many local organizations, we have created special pages for each topic. Please click on the link below to find the information you are looking for. Additional general information and links can be found as you scroll down this page.

CURRENT CITY OF ALAMOGORDO PSAs:

City of Alamogordo latest PSAs

Please read the important information compiled and shared by the City of Albuquerque related to COVID-19 Stimulus Check Scams. Be vigilant and aware and share this information with friends and family. Thank You.

Stay home, stay healthy and stay informed. This will save lives.

Plan meals for a week for you and your family. Remember that you have more people eating all their meals at home so you need more groceries than usual! Make a shopping list. Only then go to the grocery store or order delivery. This will minimize the number of times you have to go shopping and the time you’ll spend in contact with others.
Wash your hands regularly with soap and warm water for a minimum of 20 seconds especially when you have been out of the house.
Call/video chat with your friends and family instead of visiting in person.
Get outside while maintaining a safe distance of at least 6 ft from others, e.g. your yard, take a walk in a park. Keep these outings to less than an hour.
Invent a new version of old socializing, such as chatting with people who are on the opposite side of the street. Or even play a game – with no contact – across the street, like charades.
#ChalkYourWalk Draw or write positive messages on your sidewalk with chalk for others to find and enjoy.

(Source https://www.ideas42.org/blog/the-behavioral-side-of-covid-19/ )