Get tested, reduce risk, remove polyps, and prevent colon cancer. Colon cancer is preventable with regular screenings. Everyone should be screened at age 50. March is national colorectal cancer awareness…Read More >>
Food and beverage companies with a higher percentage of their sales coming from better-for-you foods and beverages perform better financially, according to a new report produced by the Hudson Institute…Read More >>
We are going to be at the Penasco Health Fair Friday, October 15th from 8:00 - 12:00 at the Penasco Elementary School. Will be giving presentations all morning. Come meet us and ask us any questions…Read More >>
During 2011 from January through August Taos County law enforcement conducted 24 checkpoints that resulted in 4 DWI arrests; 93 citations; 3 open container citations. During this time 27 saturation…Read More >>
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps has been awarded a grant from the NM Department of Health, to focus on substance abuse prevention in Taos County, to continue the work which previous grants to RMYC have begun.…Read More >>
Here is a summary of the results of the latest epidemiology report. Some interesting outcomes. Some are actual deaths, others results of surveys. NM consistently ranks as one of the most troubled states…Read More >>
The Wall of Honor celebrated, remembered and honored our friends, family and neighbors who have been affected by cancer. The full list of names from this year's Wall of Honor is below. Thanks to everyone…Read More >>
TAOS ALIVE Action Team of Taos Cares Thursday July 7, 2011 Agenda 9:00-10:30 Kit Carson Electric Board Room 9:00-9:10 Welcome and Introductions Need Volunteer to take minutes *Old Business 9:10-9:15Update…Read More >>
Click here to view the June 21 Taos CARES Newsletter A Community Effort for Local Cancer Support Services For the Health of It! Walk and 5K Fun Run For the Health of It! is Taos' first community Walk…Read More >>
Elizabeth Gilmore is currently suffering the ravages of an inoperable brain tumor. Her indominatable spirit and joy of life have kept her presence gracing those of us who love her for over 2 years, as…Read More >>
An interview with Jan Smith, Holy Cross Hospital Auxilian and breast cancer survivor: When did you first learn that you had cancer? In February 2007, I went for a female exam with my nurse practitioner,…Read More >>
Being diagnosed with testicular cancer at 30 years old was shocking. A young, healthy guy like me with cancer? Yep. There is nothing more difficult that I have experienced in life than being faced with…Read More >>
Teófila Trujillo touched the hearts, minds and souls of many. A mother, friend, and outstanding community member, Teófila’s legacy lives on with her family, and with her contributions…Read More >>
*Welcome and Introductions; Need Volunteer to take minutes *Statement from Jaye Swoboda *Vision & Mission Statement *Roles & Responsibility Workgroup; Recruitment for workgroup & Meeting…Read More >>
Click here to view the most recent news from Taos CARES. Free Family Films The Birth Center will be sponsoring Focus On Fathers, a free family film series this summer at the Harwood Museum Arthur…Read More >>
Are you interested in serving your community while gaining valuable healthcare professional training and skills? Would you like to earn money to pay for college or pay student loans? Are you between the…Read More >>
*Welcome and Introductions *Statement from Jaye Swaboda *Roxanne Rane & i2i-Institute; Epi Group; Community Readiness: Rx; Karel Maribal Conference June 16, 2011 *Tia Trujillo RMYC, Data Presentation…Read More >>
Throughout my year working with RMYC and Holy Cross Hospital, I have learned a tremendous amount. The professionals I have worked with have taught me the techniques and skills to ensure the quality care…Read More >>
As a member of the Community Health Crew, I must admit that what I do is not easy! As part of the obesity and diabetes prevention Bienestar Program at Arroyos del Norte Elementary School, I lead daily…Read More >>
