AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoNursing Home Crisis: New Mexico’s nursing home safety spotlight is getting sharper as Genesis HealthCare’s bankruptcy process raises fears that quality problems won’t improve; a New Mexican review found the state’s nursing homes average 17.8 health citations (highest in the nation), with nearly a quarter earning one star and 11 cited for abuse. Staffing Strain: Separate reporting points to staffing shortages as a major reason facilities fall short on care. Fentanyl Fallout: A new look at New Mexico overdose deaths shows fentanyl driving family-level harm, with deaths rising nearly 23% from Jan. 2025 to Jan. 2026 and most autopsies citing fentanyl. Legionella Check: Presbyterian Hospital says Legionella was found in limited areas of its water system, but it reports localized findings and a low risk to patients while remediation continues. School Meals: New Mexico’s free school lunch program is expected to stay in place through at least 2030 despite federal SNAP cuts. Health Coverage: New Mexico health insurance officials approved about a 24% premium increase for BeWell plans. Water & Health: Estancia declared a water emergency as commercial use dominates demand, raising public health concerns for people with limited ability to leave. Policy & Care Access: UNM-linked family medicine residents are set to rotate through rural clinics tied to Gila Regional Medical Center.
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