New Mexico plans self-isolation spots for those with virus

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham says New Mexico is deploying self-isolation locations with food, lodging and mental counseling for members of its health care workforce who have tested positive for the coronavirus as well as Native American communities hit hard by the virus. Five of the self-isolation centers were opened this week and eight more are due next week in efforts to stem the spread of the coronavirus and care for critical populations. Human Services Secretary David Scrase said plans also are underway to dedicate an nursing home to elderly patients with COVID-19 so that they can be quickly removed form otherwise healthy assisted living centers.