(The Center Square) - New Mexico released its first set of wastewater drug test results at public high schools on the Wastewater Drug Monitoring Dashboard this week. The Department of Health ordered wastewater testing for drugs to be conducted at public high schools in the state. The Department of Health issued the public health order in response to Governor Michele Lujan Grisham declaring a substance misuse public health emergency in September. That’s one area where we can improve communications with students right now, as parents, school leaders, and public health experts,” Health Secretary Patrick Allen said. "Families are at the heart of substance misuse and can be active participants in prevention and support efforts."

Source: Daily Nation December 20, 2023 21:47 UTC