ABQ Health & Wellness

Many health improvements begin at the community level. Across Albuquerque, nonprofits, public health agencies, and community organizations are working together to promote healthier lifestyles. These initiatives include: • public health education campaigns • nutrition programs for families • youth fitness initiatives • community gardens and local food programs These grassroots programs play a crucial role … Read more

Mental health has become one of the most important healthcare priorities nationwide. In recent years, New Mexico has expanded efforts to improve access to counseling, psychiatric care, and community mental health resources. Many local organizations now focus on: • reducing stigma around mental health treatment • expanding access to telehealth counseling • providing crisis support … Read more

With the global Decade of Healthy Ageing (2021-2030) underway, communities across the world are focusing on helping people live longer, healthier lives. Albuquerque has a large and active population of older adults who are redefining what it means to age well. Healthy aging programs often focus on: • preventative healthcare • physical fitness for seniors … Read more

Across the country, more patients are seeking a holistic approach to health that combines traditional medical care with wellness-focused therapies. Albuquerque has become an important center for integrative medicine in the Southwest. Practitioners in the area offer services such as: • functional medicine • nutrition counseling • acupuncture • chiropractic care • mindfulness and stress … Read more

Albuquerque’s unique geography offers exceptional opportunities for healthy living. Situated at over 5,000 feet elevation, the city enjoys abundant sunshine and easy access to outdoor recreation. Residents take advantage of hiking trails, cycling paths, and outdoor parks that support active lifestyles year-round. Some of the most popular activities include: • hiking in the Sandia Mountains … Read more

Albuquerque has become one of the Southwest’s most important regional healthcare centers. The city serves not only New Mexico residents but also patients from surrounding states and rural communities seeking advanced medical care. Major healthcare providers in the region include hospital systems, specialty clinics, and research institutions that offer services ranging from trauma care to … Read more

2020 was declared the decade of Health and Wellness by the US Department of Health and Human Services as part of the Healthy People 2020 initiative, which aimed to improve the nation’s health through a set of national health goals and objectives. Additionally, the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing 2021-2030 was declared, with a focus … Read more