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On September 8, 2026, New Mexico joins communities across the nation in recognizing the third annual 988 Day, an opportunity promoted by the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) to increase awareness of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and remind New Mexicans that help is available whenever life becomes overwhelming. The significance of the date itself makes the message easy to remember: 9/8 is 988 Day. 988 Day allows us not only to share a telephone number, but also to c

Supporting health care and well-being for residents in Lincoln County and Mescalero Hello, neighbors! This June, the Lincoln County...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, serving as a reminder that mental health deserves support, not stigma. Those requiring the most support are individuals and their families who are affected by mental illness. Our goal of the Lincoln County Community Health Council is to provide resources that aim to improve access to care and emphasize the importance of mental well-being.