RELEASE: Public health offices closed Independence Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 25, 2025

Public health offices closed for Independence Day

NMDOH Helpline available during the holiday

SANTA FE – State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Friday, July 4 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.

Also known as Independence Day, the holiday celebrates the Second Continental Congress’ unanimous adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, a document announcing the colonies’ separation from Great Britain.

All New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) offices will resume regularly scheduled hours as of Monday, July 7.

The NMDOH Helpline, 1-833-SWNURSE (1-833-796-8773) will be available on July 4 during regular business hours: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Helpline is staffed by nurses available to speak in English and Spanish for health questions, healthcare connections and provider support.

The NMDOH Helpline can also help assure residents’ vaccination records are up to date and assist with vaccine scheduling for both adults and children.

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NMHealth

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

NMHealth 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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