New Mexico DOH updates on COVID-19 testing and guidance
The New Mexico Department of Health outlines who should be tested for COVID-19, emphasizing symptoms, risk factors, and exposure. It notes testing is limited to high risk groups and suggests self isolation if positive. A DOH testing site list and lab turnaround times are provided.
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NM Health officials discuss COVID-19 testing and drive-thru sites
An Eastern New Mexico News Q A with Jodi McGinnis-Porter outlines testing limits across New Mexico. It notes about 700 daily tests can be run by state and private labs, with 24 hour testing planned and focus on symptomatic individuals. Local case data and drive-thru sites remain unsettled.
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CDC tips for staying safe during the COVID-19 outbreak
The CDC outlines protection steps for all, with emphasis on older adults and those with chronic conditions. It covers transmission primarily via close contact and droplets, hand hygiene, surface disinfection, bleach dilution, alcohol sanitizers, mask use, staying home when ill, and coughing into tissues or elbows.
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