On Wednesday, September 3, the Southern Nevada Health District received updated guidance advising that the COVID-19 vaccine for the 2025–2026 season is preferred for use over the previously licensed vaccine. As a result, the Health District will no longer offer the earlier formulation.

The Southern Nevada Health District does not yet have the updated COVID-19 vaccine available in our clinics. We do continue to have the previous formulation for people who are eligible.

September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, an opportunity to highlight how families can support healthier habits and help children grow up strong. The Southern Nevada Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, in partnership with the Partners for a Healthy Nevada Coalition, encourages families to adopt the 5-2-1-0 guidelines—a set of simple, science-backed steps that can make a big difference in kids’ long-term health.

The Southern Nevada Health Consortium will host the 9th Annual International Overdose Awareness Day event on Saturday, August 30, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Foundation for Recovery, located at 4800 S. Alpine Place, Las Vegas, NV 89108. The event honors those who have died or suffered permanent injury from overdose, reduces stigma surrounding drug-related deaths, and raises awareness about overdose prevention and drug policy.

On Monday, August 25, the first day of the fall semester, Nevada State University will join more than 2,100 colleges and universities nationwide—including the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and the University of Nevada, Reno—that have adopted 100% tobacco-free campus policies.

The Southern Nevada Health District, in partnership with the Nevada Institute for Children’s Research & Policy, will host the sixth annual Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit on Thursday, August 14, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the UNLV Strip View Pavilion, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154.

The Southern Nevada Health District has detected the presence of measles virus in the wastewater in Clark County. This is the first detection of measles virus in local wastewater and serves as an early indicator that the virus may be present in the community.

The Southern Nevada Community Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operated by the Southern Nevada Health District, joins health centers across the country in recognizing National Health Center Week from August 3-9. The annual observance highlights the essential role community health centers play in improving access to affordable, high-quality health care for underserved populations.

The Southern Nevada Health District has identified the first mosquito pool of the season testing positive for West Nile virus in the 89123 ZIP code. The Health District is reminding residents to take precautions and “Fight the Bite” to help reduce the impact of mosquitoes in the community. 

With the first day of school less than a month away, the Southern Nevada Health District is reminding parents and guardians to schedule their child’s required immunizations now. The new s

The Southern Nevada Health District is investigating three travel-associated cases of Legionnaires’ disease in individuals who stayed at Harrah’s Laughlin in May. All three were hospitalized; two have since recovered, and one remained hospitalized at the time the Health District received the report. 

To recognize National HIV Testing Day on Friday, June 27, the Southern Nevada Health District is encouraging everyone to "Level up your self-love: check your health status." This theme highlights the importance of knowing one’s HIV status and connecting with care and treatment if needed.

The Southern Nevada Health District has identified four cases of Salmonella infection in Clark County associated with a multistate outbreak linked to brown cage free and brown certified organic eggs. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is leading a coordinated investigation into the outbreak, which currently involves cases reported in several states.

With the new school year starting on Monday, August 11, the Southern Nevada Health District is urging parents and guardians to make sure their children are up to date on required immunizations. To avoid the last-minute rush, the Health District recommends scheduling an appointment now for kindergartners, 7th graders and 12th graders at one of its immunization clinics. Alternatively, parents may choose to make vaccination appointments with their pediatrician or local pharmacy.

June marks Men's Health Month, a time when the Southern Nevada Health District urges all men to make their health a priority. Throughout the month, the Health District is reminding men to take charge of their well-being through informed decisions and proactive steps.

The Southern Nevada Health District is hosting a free Adult Immunization Outreach Event on Thursday, May 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fremont Public Health Center, 2830 E. Fremont St., Las Vegas, NV 89104.

The Southern Nevada Health District is investigating three travel-associated cases of Legionnaires’ disease in individuals who stayed at The Grandview. One person stayed at the property in February 2025, while the other two stayed in April 2025. All three were hospitalized; two have since recovered, and one remained hospitalized at the time the Health District received the report. The Health District does not have additional information about the individuals since they do not live in Nevada.  

The Southern Nevada Health District is investigating two travel-associated cases of Legionnaires’ disease in individuals who stayed at the South Point Hotel. One person stayed at the property in August 2024, while the other stayed in February 2025. Both individuals have since recovered.  

Clark County residents are invited to ready their swimsuits and sunscreen for the Southern Nevada Health District’s annual Move Your Way® campaign. The Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion is turning up the fun this summer with a splashy series of free events to get people moving and feeling great.

With the onset of mosquito season in Southern Nevada, the public is encouraged to help fight mosquitoes by eliminating common breeding sources such as green pools and areas or containers where standing water in yards and patios can accumulate.