The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) joins with community partners in observing World AIDS Day on Friday, December 1, a day of solidarity for those affected by HIV. More than 32 million people have died worldwide from AIDS-related illness. In Clark County, more than 11,000 people are living with HIV and 488 were newly diagnosed in 2022.
The Southern Nevada Health District is reporting the first flu-related death in a Clark County resident — a man in his 60s. Reports of hospitalizations and people seeking care for influenza-like-illness in the community are also continuing to increase, and the Health District is encouraging everyone to do their part to protect themselves and others from spreading the flu or getting severely ill by getting the flu vaccine.
In September, the Southern Nevada Health District identified that a local supplement manufacturer, Harmonic Innerprizes, sold products made with ingredients that were not food grade and with ingredients from unapproved sources. Subsequent testing of products from the facility found lead at levels that may be a health concern for certain people in three products.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) reminds area residents that the next Pop-Up Produce Stand is scheduled for Tuesday, November 7, in Las Vegas. The pop-up stands give people increased access to affordable, locally grown, organic fresh fruits and vegetables. While being open to everyone, the pop-up stands are implemented to help those who experience barriers to accessing fresh produce, including affordability and transportation obstacles.
The Southern Nevada Health District has received reports of seven new cases of mpox in Clark County residents during the month of October. The Health District last reported a case of mpox at the end of August, and reports had been significantly declining at that time.
In observance of American Diabetes Month in November, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is calling attention to one of the most prevalent diseases in the United States. More than 37 million Americans have diabetes, the eighth leading cause of death in the U.S. and the primary cause of kidney failure, lower limb amputations and blindness. People with diabetes also face a higher risk of developing serious complications from flu and COVID-19.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) will participate in the Southern Nevada Health Consortium’s free health fair on National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD), October 14. Activities include cost-free rapid HIV testing, information on HIV prevention (PrEP/PEP), syphilis testing, STD education, substance use resources, vendors and music. The event is from noon to 4 p.m. at the Chuck Minker Sports Complex, 275 N. Mojave Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89101.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) joins with the LGBTQ+ community in observing National Coming Out Day on Wednesday, October 11. The annual observance calls attention to stigmas that affect the LGBTQ+ community, including those associated with HIV.
All Southern Nevada Health District locations will be closed until 1:30 p.m. for staff development and an all-hands meeting on Thursday, October 5, 2023.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) reminds area residents that the next Pop-Up Produce Stand is scheduled for Tuesday, October 3, in Las Vegas. The pop-up stands give people increased access to affordable, locally grown, organic fresh fruits and vegetables. While being open to everyone, the pop-up stands are implemented to help those who experience barriers to accessing fresh produce, including affordability and transportation obstacles.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is now offering the updated COVID-19 vaccine at its clinics. The rollout follows recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, amid an increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations and concerns about the spread of new variants.
All Southern Nevada Health District locations will be closed until 1:30 p.m. for staff development and an all-hands meeting on Thursday, October 5, 2023.
As the 2023-2024 flu season gets underway, flu vaccines will be available at Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) clinics beginning Monday, September 18. With flu viruses evolving each season, SNHD strongly recommends everyone ages 6 months and older receive their flu vaccination before this season’s flu viruses begin circulating in the community. Vaccines are provided at Health District public health centers by appointment, and appointments are available at www.snhd.info/immunizations or by calling (702) 759-0850.
In observance of Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 to October 15, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is paying tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation. Noting that Hispanic/Latin Americans comprise the largest minority group in the United States, District Health Officer Dr. Fermin Leguen said, “Diversity is one of our country’s greatest strengths, and we are grateful for the far-reaching impact of Hispanic culture on our society. The Health District is proud to join the local community in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month.”
The Southern Nevada Health District has identified a local supplement manufacturer, Harmonic Innerprizes, sold products made with ingredients that are not food grade and with ingredients from unapproved sources, including some that could lead to heavy metal toxicity. Testing of products from the facility that were found to be from unapproved or unidentified sources is being conducted to determine more information about the contents of the supplements.
September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about childhood obesity and ways to prevent it while also reducing its stigma. For the annual observance, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is teaming up with the Partners for a Healthy Nevada Coalition and other community partners to promote healthy behaviors that can reduce the risk of chronic diseases including obesity. A key focus of this effort is the American Academy of Pediatrics 5-2-1-0 guidelines, which entail the following strategies to develop and maintain healthy habits:
Due to the recent rain and flooding, the Southern Nevada Health District is recommending residents assess areas surrounding their homes for standing water to eliminate potential mosquito breeding sources.
Following a summer break, the Pop-Up Produce Stands return to Las Vegas on September 5, with additional dates scheduled during the fall and winter. The pop-up stands give people increased access to affordable, locally grown, organic fresh fruits and vegetables. While being open to everyone, the pop-up stands are implemented to help those who experience barriers to accessing fresh produce, including affordability and transportation obstacles.
The Southern Nevada Harm Reduction Alliance (SNHRA) is hosting its 7th International Overdose Awareness Day event on Thursday, August 31, from 4 – 7 p.m. at Chuck Minker Sports Complex, located at 275 N. Mojave Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89101. The event is an opportunity to acknowledge the loss of friends and loved ones to fatal drug overdoses, while honoring the families and friends touched by overdoses. The observance also aims to reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths while raising awareness about overdose prevention and drug policy.
The Southern Nevada Health District is investigating two travel-associated cases of Legionnaires’ disease in guests who stayed at Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino.
The Southern Nevada Health District is investigating a travel-associated case of Legionnaires’ disease in a guest that stayed at The Orleans Hotel & Casino.
“Uniting the pillars of community response to substance abuse” is the theme of the 4th annual Southern Nevada Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit (SNSMOPS), set for August 10, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Red Rock Casino and Spa in Las Vegas.
The Southern Nevada Health District has added another date to its lineup of back-to-school clinics. The Health District will be offering vaccinations at its Main Public Health Center on Friday, August 11, from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Health District urges parents and guardians to ensure their children have all mandatory vaccines before classes resume on August 7, but is prepared to provide expanded services throughout the first week of school to accommodate families in Southern Nevada.
The Southern Nevada Community Health Center is celebrating National Health Center Week August 6-12, by raising awareness of the services it offers, showing appreciation for patients with giveaways and raffle prizes, and celebrating its dedicated employees at its Community Health Center locations.
The first day of school is less than one week away, and the Southern Nevada Health District is reminding parents and guardians that all students enrolled in Nevada public, private or charter schools must be up to date on mandatory vaccines before classes begin. SNHD immunization clinics are offering expanded dates and times to accommodate the back-to-school rush, but appointments are required. Parents and guardians are urged to make an appointment now for their kindergartners, 7th and 12th graders.
As temperatures rise and an excessive heat warning is issued, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is urging area residents and visitors to take precautions. In 2023, there have been seven heat-associated deaths reported in Clark County, according to SNHD. During all of 2022, Clark County recorded 152 such deaths.
In observance of National HIV Testing Day on June 27, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) and the Southern Nevada HIV Awareness Consortium will provide free HIV testing throughout the day at community locations. The theme of this year’s observance is, “Take the test and take the next step.”
The Mosquito Disease Surveillance Program of the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) has identified the first West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes of the season in the 89074 ZIP code. The analysis was conducted by the Southern Nevada Public Health Laboratory. West Nile Virus (WNV), the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental United States, is most commonly spread to people through the bite of an infected mosquito. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are no vaccines to prevent or medications to treat WNV in people.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), women outlive men in the United States by nearly six years. Diseases including heart disease, cancer and diabetes affect men to a greater extent than women, but these conditions can, in many cases, be prevented through regular check-ups and healthy lifestyle choices. Throughout June, during Men’s Health Month, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) reminds men to take charge of their overall health by implementing health-centered decisions.
The school year begins on Monday, August 7, and Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) immunization clinics will be offering expanded dates and times so parents and guardians in Clark County have plenty of time to ensure their children are appropriately immunized and ready for the first day of school. SNHD encourages parents and guardians to make an appointment now for their kindergartners, 7th and 12th graders at one of its immunization clinics for their mandatory school vaccines so they can beat the back-to-school rush.
The Pop-Up Produce Stands are back, giving people increased access to affordable, locally grown, organic fresh fruits and vegetables. While the pop-up stands are open to everyone, they are being implemented to help those who experience barriers to accessing fresh produce, including affordability and transportation obstacles. The first of the 2023 pop-ups was offered in May and five more are scheduled throughout the year at the Bonneville Transit Center (BTC) Plaza in Las Vegas. Customers can use their SNAP/EBT card, cash, debit, or credit cards.
The Southern Nevada Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion kicks off the 2023 Move Your Way® Summer Challenge on Friday, May 26, with Slide into Summer activities at the Henderson Multigenerational Activity Pool. Slide into Summer is the first in a series of free, summer-long events aimed at encouraging Southern Nevadans to be more physically active.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is urging heightened public awareness of the health dangers associated with xylazine, an animal tranquilizer that is increasingly being found in the country’s illicit drug supply and linked to overdose deaths throughout the United States. Xylazine, also known as “tranq,” is not approved for human consumption. It can be life-threatening and is especially dangerous when combined with opioids such as fentanyl.
Would you consider drinking 10 teaspoons of sugar? That’s about the amount of sugar in a regular, 12-ounce can of soda. Because of that added sugar, soft drinks and other sugar-sweetened beverages contribute to myriad health problems including obesity, tooth decay and type 2 diabetes.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) and its various programs dedicate the month of April to creating awareness and advocating for Minority Health. Racial and ethnic minorities face the greatest health disparities in the U.S. Minority Health Month is a time for public health professionals and community partners to remember the responsibility they have to understand healthcare barriers that disproportionately affect minorities and take action towards supporting better health outcomes and creating a more culturally responsive environment. It is a time to celebrate program successes that increase health care access to our most underserved communities, such as the opening of the Fremont Public Health Center, and a time to reflect on the inequities that have yet to be addressed to consistently decrease health disparities.
Just in time for spring, the Pop-Up Produce Stands are back, giving people increased access to affordable, locally grown, organic fresh fruits and vegetables. Open to everyone, six pop-ups are scheduled throughout 2023 at the Bonneville Transit Center (BTC) in Las Vegas, starting in early May. Customers can use their SNAP/EBT card, cash, debit, or credit cards.
April 24-30 is National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW), observed yearly to highlight the importance of protecting children 2 years of age and under. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children stay on track with well-child appointments and routine vaccinations.
National Transgender HIV Testing Day (NTHTD) is April 18, a day to recognize the importance of routine HIV testing, status awareness and continued focus on HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and nonbinary people in the community.
April is National Minority Health Month, calling attention to health disparities that affect people from racial and ethnic minority groups. It is also a time to encourage action through health education, early detection and control of disease complications. The theme for 2023 is “Better Health Through Better Understanding.”
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) and the Washoe County Health District (WCHD) are proud to welcome the Biomedical HIV Prevention Summit, to be held at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas April 11 and 12. Presented by the National Minority AIDS Council (NMAC), the summit will convene more than 1,400 leaders, advocates and educators to share ideas and learn about new approaches to preventing HIV infection.
Tuberculosis continues to be a significant global health threat. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2021, across the globe, 1.6 million people died of TB and another 10.6 million become ill with it. While global efforts to combat TB have saved an estimated 74 million lives, the COVID-19 pandemic and other factors have reversed years of progress.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) will spotlight American Diabetes Alert Day on Tuesday, March 28, to call attention to one of the most prevalent diseases in the United States.
National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is Friday, March 10, a day to support women and girls who are living with HIV and to encourage others to be tested for HIV.
The Southern Nevada Health District is investigating two cases of Legionnaires’ disease reported in guests who stayed separately at The Orleans Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nev., in December 2022 and January 2023. The hotel is assisting in the investigation and taking steps to notify current and past guests dating back to December 16, 2022.
As National Nutrition Month gets underway, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) urges area residents to learn how to make informed food choices and develop healthful eating habits. This year’s campaign encourages consumers to “fuel for the future” when planning meals and snacks.
The Southern Nevada Health District is investigating a report of an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness reported at Wayne Tanaka Elementary School on Jan. 27, 2023. To date, the agency is reporting a total of 71 confirmed and probable cases of norovirus associated with this outbreak.
To commemorate National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) and the Southern Nevada Health Consortium will provide free HIV testing, STD screenings, safe sex kits and education about pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP, PEP) today (February 7) from noon – 5 p.m. at Nucleus Plaza, 1040 W. Owens Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89106. The event will also feature a vendor health fair and free entertainment.
The Southern Nevada Health District is reporting that preliminary laboratory results suggest norovirus as the cause of illness in the gastrointestinal outbreak at Tanaka Elementary School.
February is American Heart Month and an ideal opportunity to assess heart health and identify or manage risk factors for heart disease, such as high blood pressure. The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) and its partners are offering free programs and classes to help people manage hypertension and other heart disease risk factors.
Concluding a sweeping, comprehensive process that started in October 2021, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) released the Southern Nevada Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), which addresses public health priorities for Clark County for the next three to five years.
New Year’s resolutions are easy to make but can be easier to break, yet there is always the potential to make positive changes.
As the holiday season continues, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is serving up some timely tips to help ensure the safety of your festive feast. Families and friends can make sure their celebrations stay merry and bright by following a few simple safety guidelines.
Updated (bivalent) COVID-19 vaccines are now available for children ages 6 months through 5 years at Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) clinics throughout Clark County.
Three new COVID-19 self-test kit vending machines are now operational in Clark County, further improving access to this vital tool for mitigating transmission of the virus. The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) partnered with the City of Las Vegas and the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) to install COVID-19 at-home test kit vending machines at the East Las Vegas Community Center and the South Strip Transit Terminal, respectively. The third additional machine was installed at the Fremont Public Health Center, operated by SNHD. Three other machines were installed previously at locations in Las Vegas, Mesquite and Laughlin.
All Saints Episcopal Church and the Southern Nevada All Saints Sexual Health Clinic will celebrate the clinic’s one-year anniversary.
The Southern Nevada Health District is warning the community about the impact seasonal respiratory illnesses coupled with the ongoing circulation of the COVID-19 virus can have on the health care system and the county’s medical resources this winter, as well as on individuals who may be more at risk for complications from these illnesses.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) announced the first influenza deaths reported this season today. Two Clark County residents, a woman in her 40s and a woman in her 60s, died in November from complications from the flu.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) will participate in the commemoration of World AIDS Day on Thursday, December 1.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) will showcase the region’s newest public health vending machine as part of an innovative intervention program that minimizes the risks of HIV and hepatitis C transmission. The machine, which provides a variety of harm reduction products geared toward people who use drugs, will be unveiled November 21 at SNHD’s main public health center at 280 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107.
The Southern Nevada Health District is reporting a case of Listeria in a Clark County resident. The patient is an adult male who was hospitalized and released. The patient reported eating enoki mushrooms during the incubation period. The Health District is continuing its investigation into this case. The Clark County case is one of two that have been reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is urging area residents to stay up to date with their COVID-19 and flu vaccinations and connecting with a health care provider to learn more about COVID-19 treatment options in advance of the holiday season. District Health Officer Dr. Fermin Leguen said, “With the triple threat of seasonal flu, COVID-19 and RSV looming, we’re advising people to get their flu vaccine and updated COVID-19 boosters before their Thanksgiving get-togethers.” He notes that it takes about two weeks for any of the vaccines to provide full protection.
Thursday, November 17 is the Great American Smokeout, an opportunity for smokers to take the first step to quit the habit. It is estimated that eight out of 10 smokers would like to quit smoking, which remains the single largest preventable cause of death and illness in the world. The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) has cessation resources and tools as well as information about alternative tobacco products and smoke-free living on its GetHealthyClarkCounty.org website.
As cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and influenza continue to rise in Nevada and throughout the United States, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is reminding area residents to take steps against the spread of those illnesses.
In support of American Diabetes Month in November, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is spotlighting one of the most prevalent diseases in the United States.
The Southern Nevada Health District announced the hiring of Dave Sheehan as Public Information Officer (PIO). Sheehan succeeds Stephanie Bethel, who retired as PIO after 16 years with SNHD.
The Southern Nevada Health District is reporting the first death of a Clark County resident diagnosed with monkeypox. The patient was a male over the age of 50 with underlying medical conditions whose death was attributed to other causes.
A Clark County resident has died from an infection of Naegleria fowleri, also known as a brain-eating amoeba. The patient was a male, under the age of 18.
Updated COVID-19 boosters for children 6 years of age and older will be available at Southern Nevada Health District clinics beginning Friday, October 14. The Health District expects to receive the updated COVID-19 booster authorized for children 5 years of age and older early next week.
The Southern Nevada Health District and Southern Nevada Health Consortium are working together to help stop HIV stigma and address the disproportionate impact of HIV on Hispanic/Latino communities during this year’s National Latino AIDS Awareness Day on October 15, 2022.
The Southern Nevada Health District has expanded eligibility for the monkeypox vaccine to additional individuals who are at risk for exposure.
The Southern Nevada Health District is alerting the public to the ongoing risk fentanyl poses to the community after the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) reported six suspected drug-related overdoses had occurred in Clark County during a 36-hour period from September 25, 2022, to September 27, 2022.
The Southern Nevada Health District and Southern Nevada Community Health Center are continuing their efforts to make services more accessible to the community.
The Southern Nevada Health District is holding a monkeypox vaccination clinic this Saturday. The Health District has expanded eligibility to additional individuals who are at risk for exposure.
The flu vaccine is here and available at Southern Nevada Health District clinics. Flu vaccines are updated each season, and the Health District is encouraging everyone 6 months and older to get vaccinated before flu viruses begin circulating in the community.
The Southern Nevada Health District’s newest location is now open and offering services at 2380 E. Fremont St., Las Vegas, NV 89014. The Fremont Public Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, an opportunity to raise awareness and share information about steps that can be taken to help prevent obesity and reduce obesity related stigma.
The updated COVID-19 vaccines boosters are now available at Southern Nevada Health District clinic locations. These updated COVID-19 vaccines provide additional protection from the BA.4 and BA.5 lineages of the Omicron variant of the virus.
LAS VEGAS – The Pop-Up Produce Markets are back and just in time for the fall produce season! Six markets are scheduled at the Bonneville Transit Center (BTC) and the Southern Nevada Health District starting in September. Patrons will pay about a dollar for a pound/bundle of fresh fruit or vegetables.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for the first updated COVID-19 boosters and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued guidelines for their use in people ages 12 years and older. The Southern Nevada Health District has started receiving some of the new bivalent COVID-19 vaccines and expects to begin offering them next week in its clinics.
COVID-19 testing kits are now more accessible in Laughlin, NV. The Southern Nevada Health District has partnered with Clark County to install a COVID-19 at-home test kit vending machine inside the Regional Government Center at 101 Civic Way, Laughlin, NV 89029. The test kits are free and are available Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. This is the third test kit vending machine in Clark County.
The Southern Nevada Health District will update its monkeypox case reports weekly starting Wednesday, August 17. The update will include probable and confirmed case counts, cases by onset date and basic demographic information as well as vaccine doses administered through Tuesday. As of Tuesday, August 16, the Health District is reporting 100 confirmed or probable cases and has administered 2,848 vaccine doses.
The Southern Nevada Health District’s East Las Vegas Public Health Center at 2950 E. Bonanza Road, Las Vegas, NV 89101 will reopen Tuesday, August 16.
The Southern Nevada Harm Reduction Alliance (SNHRA) is hosting its sixth International Overdose Awareness Day event, from 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 31, at Chuck Minker Sports Complex located at 275 N Mojave Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89101. Guests can attend in person or virtually; the virtual event is available from 5:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., and registration details are available at http://nvoverdoseday.com/. For more information about the event or the Southern Nevada Harm Reduction Alliance, visit www.facebook.com/SoNVHarmReductionAlliance/.
The Southern Nevada Health District’s East Las Vegas Public Health Center at 2950 E. Bonanza Road, Las Vegas, NV 89101 will be closed on Monday, August 15, due to repairs to the main water line. Based on the repairs, the East Las Vegas facility could remain closed for several days.
The Southern Nevada Health District’s East Las Vegas Public Health Center at 2950 E. Bonanza Road, Las Vegas, NV 89101 will be closed on Monday, August 15, due to repairs to the main water line. Based on the repairs, the East Las Vegas facility could remain closed for several days.
The Southern Nevada Health District’s immunization clinic services are available by appointment only, including the clinic at 280 S. Decatur Blvd. The online vaccine appointment system is now operational.
The Southern Nevada Community Health Center is celebrating National Health Center Week August 7-13, by raising awareness of the services available to the community, showing appreciation to its patients with giveaways and celebrating its dedicated employees.
Clark County is now at a medium level for COVID-19, as local case rates continue to decline. COVID-19 is still circulating in the community, and the Southern Nevada Health District urges everyone to follow recommended guidelines to protect themselves and others, so this positive trend continues.
Adults in Clark County now have another COVID-19 vaccine available to them at Southern Nevada Health District clinics. Novavax, which has been used worldwide, is currently available at the Health District’s COVID-19 clinic at 280 S. Decatur Blvd. and will be available at its community clinic sites beginning Wednesday, August 3.
The community’s third annual Southern Nevada Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit, focusing on Facts, not Fear: Understanding Fentanyl and Its Impacts, will take place on Wednesday, August 10, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. This year’s speakers will discuss ways to expand access to evidence-based harm reduction services, remove barriers to treatment, and address recovery support services, at-risk populations, community prevention efforts and more.
Individuals who are at higher risk of exposure to monkeypox can now make appointments to get the vaccine at the Southern Nevada Health District using its online system available at https://vax4nv.nv.gov/patient/s/ (select the “Routine” vaccination option), or by calling (702) 759-0850 for assistance. Appointments will begin on Monday, July 25.
Renewing a Food Handler Safety Training Card is now more convenient. Southern Nevada Health District Food Handler Safety Training Card clients who took their food safety test in person at a Health District location after July 2018 can now renew their cards online — no appointment required.
he school year begins on Monday, August 8, and the Southern Nevada Health District is encouraging parents and guardians to make immunization appointments for their children as soon as possible to ensure they are ready for the first day of school. There are mandatory requirements for children entering kindergarten, 7th grade and 12th grade.
The Southern Nevada Health District has received reports of a probable case of monkeypox virus in a man in his 40s. The individual has a history of travel and is isolating at home. This brings the total number of confirmed or probable monkeypox cases to five in Clark County. Moving forward, updated case counts will be posted to the Health District’s website at: www.snhd.info/monkeypox.
The Southern Nevada Health District has received reports of two additional probable monkeypox cases in Clark County residents. The additional cases are a man in his 50s and a man in his 30s, one of whom is isolating at home and the other is hospitalized. The Health District is looking at the health status of close contacts and specimens are being sent to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for confirmation. This brings the total number of confirmed or probable monkeypox cases to four in Clark County. None of these cases are associated with each other. As of Wednesday, the U.S. has reported a total of 560 cases.
The Southern Nevada Health District has received a report of a second case of monkeypox in a Clark County resident. The individual was diagnosed in another state. The case information was reported directly to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention by another jurisdiction. As a result, the Health District is working with state and federal partners to collect information to determine if the case is probable or confirmed.
Monday, June 27, is National HIV Testing Day and the Southern Nevada Health District and the Southern Nevada HIV Awareness Consortium will provide free HIV testing throughout the day at community locations. The theme of this year’s observance is “HIV Testing is Self-Care.” During the pandemic, the topic of self-care and mental health issues have been brought to the forefront, and this year’s theme stresses the need for individual and community actions to protect and promote physical and mental health.
Tomorrow morning, children ages 5 and under will have access to COVID-19 vaccines in Southern Nevada Health District clinics. The Health District will offer the Pfizer vaccine, a three-dose series, at its clinics located at the College of Southern Nevada’s West Charleston and North Las Vegas campuses, the Galleria at Sunset, the Boulevard Mall inside El Mercado, and at the Southern Nevada Community Health Center clinic at 280 S. Decatur Blvd. (located in the external structure on the south side of the building). The Health District will also begin offering the Moderna vaccine, a two-dose series, tomorrow, at the Health Center clinic at 280 S. Decatur Blvd.
Making appointments for immunizations at a Southern Nevada Health District public health center is now more convenient with the launch of its new online system. Starting today, immunization clinic clients can make their own appointments online through the Patient Portal at https://vax4nv.nv.gov/patient/s for travel, flu, measles, rubella, pertussis, hepatitis A and B, and other routine vaccines offered at all four of the Health District’s immunization clinic locations. People who may not have online access or need additional assistance making appointments, may call (702) 759-0850.
The probable case of monkeypox in a Clark County resident has been confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The case was first reported by the Southern Nevada Health District on June 15. The individual is a male in his 20s. He reported recent domestic travel, did not require hospitalization and is isolating at home. No additional cases of monkeypox have been reported at this time.
