What's Going Around in Albuquerque?
Health data for the Albuquerque, New Mexico area — April 2026
Here's what respiratory illnesses and infectious diseases look like near Albuquerque, New Mexico, based on the latest CDC surveillance data for New Mexico. Tap any topic for detailed state-level trends, charts, and forecasts.
5.1% ILI
↓ Declining in New Mexico
3.2 per 100K
↓ Declining in New Mexico
1.0 per 100K
↓ Declining in New Mexico
12 cases in New Mexico
94.8% in New Mexico
CDC Recommendations at This Level
Flu activity is elevated — take extra precautions
- • Avoid crowded indoor spaces when possible, or wear a mask
- • If you get sick, call your doctor within 48 hours — antiviral treatment (Tamiflu) works best when started early
- • Keep sick family members separated from vulnerable household members (elderly, young children, pregnant, immunocompromised)
- • Clean frequently touched surfaces daily (doorknobs, phones, light switches)
- • Make sure your flu vaccine is current — it's still the best protection
This is general public health guidance based on CDC recommendations — not personal medical advice. Talk to your healthcare provider about what's right for you and your family.
Albuquerque Community Health Snapshot
2022 dataCity-specific chronic disease and prevention statistics from the CDC PLACES program , which provides local health estimates for communities across the US.
Chronic Conditions
Mental Health
Health Behaviors
Prevention & Access
Source: CDC PLACES: Local Data for Better Health, 2024 release. Age-adjusted prevalence estimates. Learn more
About this data: Infectious disease surveillance (flu, COVID, RSV, measles) is reported at the state level. This page uses New Mexico data as the best available indicator for the Albuquerque area. The health snapshot above shows Albuquerque-specific estimates from CDC PLACES (2022 data).
See the full New Mexico health dashboard for more detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
What illnesses are going around in Albuquerque, New Mexico right now?
Based on New Mexico state surveillance data (which covers Albuquerque), flu activity is high, RSV is high, COVID-19 is moderate, and New Mexico has reported 12 measles cases in 2026. Click any topic above for detailed trends and charts.
Is the flu bad in Albuquerque right now?
Flu activity in New Mexico (which includes Albuquerque) is currently high with 5.1% ILI. The trend is declining, which is good news. See the New Mexico flu page for weekly trend charts.
What are the biggest health issues in Albuquerque?
According to the CDC PLACES dataset (2022 data), Albuquerque residents face these key health challenges: Obesity (33.2%), Sleep Deprived (31.3%), High Cholesterol (31.1%). The community health snapshot on this page shows 18 health measures specific to Albuquerque.
Does Albuquerque have its own health data, or is this state-level?
This page combines two types of CDC data. The infectious disease section (flu, COVID, RSV, measles) shows New Mexico state-level surveillance, which is the most reliable available indicator for the Albuquerque area. The Community Health Snapshot below shows Albuquerque-specific chronic disease and prevention data from the CDC PLACES program, which provides city-level estimates for all 50 states. State infectious disease data reflects overall trends that apply to communities within the state, including Albuquerque.
Local Health Signal is not affiliated with the CDC or any government agency. Data is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended for clinical decision making. See our methods page for details on data sources and limitations.