AAA Homecare NM

12/08/2025

12/08/2025

DEADLINE EXTENDED:
Join ALTSD for a state-wide card-writing campaign to bring joy and cheer to older adults during this holiday season. Each card is a small act of kindness that can make a big difference. Please include a short and sweet handwritten message inside (something warm, encouraging, or festive). Cards will be distributed to senior centers across the state.

Send your handcrafted cards by December 12, 2025 to
New Mexico Aging Services
c/o Debra Ramirez, 8500 Menaul Blvd NE Suite 350
Albuquerque, NM 87112

For more information or questions, email communications@altsd.nm.gov

12/08/2025

12/07/2025

Caused by the same virus behind chickenpox, shingles is a painful nerve root infection resulting in a skin rash. Here are some tips to help: https://wb.md/48PAQxy

12/07/2025

Trans fats are commonly found in margarines, vegetable shortening, baked and fried foods and pre-packaged snacks.

A recent WHO study found that every 2% increase in energy intake from trans fats significantly raises the risk of:

💔 heart disease by 25%
😐 death from any cause by 14%

12/07/2025

Adults of all ages need to consume the three macronutrients (protein, fat, and carbohydrates) every day, along with a variety of micronutrients. How much protein you need is based on such factors as height and weight, activity level, s*x, and age.

12/07/2025

🥄 Dysautonomia: Autonomic dysfunction occurs when the autonomic nervous system doesn’t function properly 🥄

12/07/2025

Stand up at your desk. Sitting for hours at a time isn’t great for your circulation or your back. It weakens leg muscles and slows the blood flow in your legs, which could cause a clot. If you’re a desk jockey at work, consider a standing desk instead. It may take a little while to get used to, but getting on your feet works the valves in your leg veins, sending blood up to your heart. https://wb.md/4rBeh7k

12/07/2025

IgA deficiency is a genetic condition that means your body doesn’t produce as many immunoglobulin A (IgA) antibodies as it should.

Immunoglobulins are proteins your immune system makes that protect your body against infections. IgA protects membranes throughout your body, including in your:

Eyes
Ears
Mouth
Airways
Digestive system

If you have IgA deficiency, your B cells may not work correctly. B cells are a type of white blood cell that make infection-fighting proteins called antibodies.

The defective B cells might cause your body to make significantly less IgA than usual. Or none at all. Either way, your immune system won’t have all the tools it needs to fight infections. If your provider thinks you might have IgA deficiency based on your health history, they might order the blood test that checks for it. Tell your provider if you know someone in your family that has it. There’s no treatment for IgA deficiency itself. Your provider will suggest ways to manage any symptoms you experience. Or infections that make you sick.

12/07/2025

Nuts are good for you in all forms. Adding them to your diet lowers your chances of getting heart disease, and they help improve your cholesterol, among other things. More health benefits: https://wb.md/4iiDSh0

12/07/2025

Buddy Checks encourage Veterans to connect or reconnect with their Veteran friends–just to check in. When is the last time you reached out to your buddy? Don't underestimate the positive impact one message can make.

Learn More: https://department.va.gov/veterans-experience/va-veteran-buddy-checks/