Rural Health Funding: New Mexico Health Care Authority will distribute $76.2 million to six regional hub organizations to expand virtual care and reduce long waits for rural residents, targeting specialty and maternal care plus rotational clinics. Mental Health & Suicide Prevention: New Mexico Fight For Life announced its 4th annual Masquerade Gala Ball in Santa Fe (Sept. 26) to raise funds for suicide prevention and mental health awareness statewide. Vaccines for Kids: The NM Department of Health’s “Got Shots” clinics start June 13 through Aug. 29, offering free back-to-school immunizations statewide for children up to age 18. Access Gaps in Gender-Affirming Care: A report highlights how, despite legal protections, some transgender New Mexicans struggle to keep hormone regimens due to specialist shortages and insurance/provider barriers. Public Health & Safety: Bernalillo County hired Dr. Rebecca Fastle as chief medical officer for healthcare at the Metropolitan Detention Center and juvenile detention, aiming to address behavioral health needs and workforce shortages. Community Health News: Statewide pool inspections listed multiple Hampton Inn and Ten Thousand Waves venues with specific violations and reinspection requirements. Health-Related Courts: A federal judge paused USDA enforcement of new SNAP conditions tied to unrelated policy requirements, a move that could affect food access for low-income families. Injury Update: New Mexico State Police report an I-25 crash near Comanche where a motorcyclist died; the driver faces vehicular homicide charges and alcohol is believed to be a factor.