COVID-19 UPDATE FROM NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Over the weekend there was another record high for reported COVID-19 cases in New Mexico. 2,993 additional COVID-19 cases have been identified in the state and of that, 104 were in Curry County.
The Department of Health strongly encourages people in the the following groups to get tested:
- Symptomatic people displaying the COVID-19 symptoms
- Asymptomatic people who are close contacts or household members of people in their infectious period who have already tested positive for the coronavirus;
- Asymptomatic people who live or work in congregate settings such as long-term care facilities and group homes;
- Patients who are scheduled for surgery and whose provider has advised them to get tested before the procedure.
New Mexicans who have non-health-related questions or concerns can also call 833-551-0518 or visit newmexico.gov, which is being updated regularly as a one-stop source for information for families, workers and others affected by and seeking more information about COVID-19.
