MAT Resources
COVID-19 specimen collection methods, specificity and sensitivity, and recommended use
The MAT assesses various methods of specimen collection for COVID-19 testing (-e.g. saliva, sputum, oropharyngeal swab, nasal swab, nasopharyngeal swab), providing sensitivity and specificity data of each if known; recommended use in various populations/environments;...
Guidance and Risk Analysis for Use of Air Conditioning and Other Facility Air Flow in Public Spaces related to COVID-19
The most effective methods to reduce transmission of SARS-CoV-2 (and far more important than anything related to an HVAC system) continues to be:1. Social distancing of 6 feet or more;2. High touch surface cleaning and disinfection;3. Hand washing and other strategies...
Defining a COVID-19 Recovered Case
Given the limited availability of testing supplies and the significant number of individuals that have been infected with SARS-CoV-2, the MAT recommends defining recovered cases utilizing symptom or time-based methods whenever practicable. Download this resource
COVID-19 Children & Youth Frequently Asked Questions
The MAT has develop a series FAQs for parents and caregivers about COVID-19 in pediatric patients, covering topics such as symptoms, prevalence of COVID-19 cases among New Mexican children, testing, treatment, and wearing of masks. Download this resource
Strategies the State of NM, individual healthcare facilities and providers, businesses, and individuals can consider to ensure adequate supply of Personal Protective Equipment until COVID-19 vaccine or treatment is widely available
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) utilization has significantly increased due to the pandemic, and it is not realistic to expect production of PPE supplies to increase to meet the increased demand nationwide. To address these shortages, the MAT outlines strategies...
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Use in Long-Term Care Facilities
The MAT outlines several recommendations for Long-Term Care facilities, including Skilled Nursing Facilities, Nursing Facilities, and Assisted Living Facilities related: 1) to PPE Reprocessing; 2) facilities located in jurisdictions with COVID-19 cases; 3) caring for...
COVID-19 Testing Strategies for Long-Term Care Facilities
In this document the MAT descries current testing strategies in long-term care facilities and recommends changes, where applicable, for facilities with (and without) COVID-19 cases. These include recommendations related to testing during transitions of care (e.g....
Release of COVID-19 Personal Health Information
Although the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) allows for the disclosure of COVID-19 positive status to certain entities (e.g. Emergency Medical Services) it does not require it, and is not recommended at this time. There are other...
COVID-19 Infection Prevention and Control Guidance for Memory Care Units
Healthcare personnel (HCP) working in memory care units in long-term care facilities including nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities, and assisted living facilities should follow the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) guidance for those specific settings,...
Mask-Related ADA Reasonable Accommodation Guidance for Employers
Some workers may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans With Disabilities Act because of disabling conditions that preclude wearing a cloth mask. The MAT outlines options for employers to consider when an individual is unable to wear a mask in the...