Hispanic Heritage Month: Celebrating health, culture and community in Southern Nevada
Fall Issue
Hispanic Heritage Month, observed each year from September 15 through October 15, celebrates the history, culture and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. It’s also an opportunity to connect Clark County residents with free health resources, education and community events.
Health data show why these resources matter. In 2023, 15.3% of Hispanic adults in Clark County reported having diabetes, while 38.3% reported having been diagnosed with high blood pressure, according to the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System.
Free diabetes education in Spanish
The Southern Nevada Health District offers free Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support classes for people with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes and those at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Upcoming Spanish-language classes:
October 20 and 27 | 10 a.m. to noon
Main Public Health Center
280 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas 89107
Register: Visit Formulario de interés de la clase de automanejo de la diabetes – Get Healthy Clark County or call 702-759-1270.
The Health District also offers a free, Spanish-language Living Well with Diabetes Support Group for people with diabetes or prediabetes and their families. Participants can share experiences and learn from others.
Call: 702-759-1270
Email: vivasaludable@SNHD.org
Free health resources in the community
Blood pressure screenings and heart health education will be available October 10 from 10 a.m. to noon at:
Mr. G’s Classic Barbershop
929 N. Pecos Road, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Celebrate with soccer, music and more
Copa de la Herencia, presented by Por Mi, Por Ti, Por Nosotros Viva Saludable in partnership with the Las Vegas Valley Soccer League and Las Vegas Dynasty, brings health, culture and community together for a free family event, open to everyone.
October 24 | 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Gary Reese Freedom Park
850 N. Mojave Road, Las Vegas
The event will feature friendly soccer games, music and entertainment, family activities, giveaways and community resources. It also will promote tobacco-free living and healthy, smoke-free and vape-free environments for families and youth.
Learn more about quitting smoking and tobacco use: Viva Saludable – Quit Smoking
Find health information in Spanish
Visit the Health District’s Viva Saludable website for Spanish-language information and resources on diabetes, heart health and chronic disease prevention and self-management.
Free, confidential support also is available in Spanish for people who want to quit smoking or stop using tobacco. Call 1-855-DÉJELO-YA (1-855-335-3569).
