Bernalillo Co. Sheriff's Office to expand behavioral health unit

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office will expand its behavioral health unit (BHU) this year. Starting this quarter, BHU will expand its clinical capabilities by authorizing community paramedics to administer medications for patients on the scene, which is expected to decrease unnecessary hospital transports. The unit also plans to expand their team [...]