RELEASE: New Mexico launches comprehensive measles resource

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 28, 2025

New Mexico launches comprehensive measles resource

State takes proactive active measures against outbreak

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has launched a dedicated web resource to address the rising measles cases within state boundaries.

The comprehensive web resource hub at measles.doh.nm.gov features:

Current New Mexico case counts (updated Tuesdays and Fridays).

Detailed FAQ section addressing common questions.

Prevention guidelines specific to New Mexico.

Bilingual content in both English and Spanish.

“While measles outbreaks don't respect state lines, our response is uniquely New Mexican—comprehensive, bilingual, and accessible to all communities,” said Miranda Durham , NMDOH Chief Medical Officer. “We created this resource to empower New Mexicans with clear information about vaccinations effectively protecting families from measles and preventing further spread within our communities.”

The NMDOH Helpline at 1-833-796-8773 is staffed by nurses for help in English and Spanish for questions about where to go for and what to know about vaccinations.

The measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine makes it far less likely for you to get measles than someone unvaccinated with no immunity. Those born before 1957 are already immune.

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NMDOH

David Morgan, Public Information Officer | david.morgan@doh.nm.gov | (575) 649-0754

The Department of Health works to promote health and wellness, improve health outcomes, and deliver services to all New Mexicans. As New Mexico’s largest state agency, DOH offers public health services in all 33 counties and collaborates with 24 Native American tribes, Pueblos and nations.

New Mexico Department of Health | 1190 S St Francis Dr | Santa Fe, NM 87505 US

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