Category Archives: COVID News

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Vaccine Protection In People Who are Immunocompromised

According to the CDC, if you have a condition or are taking medications that weaken your immune system, you may NOT be fully protected even if you are fully vaccinated. Even after vaccination, you may need to continue taking all precautions.

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Get A COVID Vaccine At home

New Mexico's Aging & Long-term Services Department has partnered with Presbyterian Hospital and Albuquerque Ambulance to vaccinate people who are homebound. Register for your vaccine today, or update your existing registration to request accommodations for your COVID-19 vaccine.

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Free Rides to Free Shots - NMDOH

Free Rides to Vaccination Appointments

Need a ride to a vaccination appointment? Free rides to vaccination appointments are currently available through ABQ Ride and the City of Albuquerque. Additionally, between May 24 - July 4, ride-sharing companies Uber and Lyft will also be offering free rides to vaccination appointments.

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COVID-19 Homeowner Assistance Program

New Mexico Mortgage Assistance

MFA's COVID-19 Homeowner Assistance Program can help pay your past-due or current mortgage payments if you are experiencing a financial hardship because of COVID-19. This page contains all of the information you need to determine if you qualify for assistance and includes instructions on how to apply for the program.

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New Mexico Rental Assistance

The state of New Mexico will grant $170M of federal aid to New Mexicans for rental and utility assistance to households experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Rental assistance can be used for unpaid, current and future rent and utilities. Learn more and apply today.

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Healthcare Marketplace Special Enrollment Period Now 'til August 15

Healthcare Marketplace Special Enrollment Period

If you still need healthcare coverage for 2021 you can enroll in Marketplace coverage through August 15 due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) emergency. More people than ever before qualify for help paying for health coverage, even those who weren’t eligible in the past.

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