COVID-19 rapid self-tests are available for the public to pick up in Ruidoso at the following locations and times. If you are sick or exhibiting COVID symptoms, please do NOT come in and get the tests yourself. Please send someone in your place. Each person can pick up two kits.

On Thursday, February 17, 2022, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced she had lifted the requirement for face coverings to be worn in most indoor spaces, effective immediately. The indoor mask mandate remains in effect for congregate settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, and detention facilities.

The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) announced that it is implementing revised federal guidance surrounding isolation and quarantine for COVID-19, effective on Thursday, January 6, 2022.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has extended the current emergency health order requiring masks at all indoor public settings through January 7th.