Public health professionals, behavioral health experts, community leaders and advocates will gather Thursday, August 13, for the seventh annual Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit hosted by the Southern Nevada Health District. The event will explore the latest approaches to preventing substance misuse, reducing overdose deaths and supporting long-term recovery.

As students prepare to return to classrooms across Clark County next week, new data show youth vaping remains a significant public health concern. Nearly one-third of Clark County high school students have tried e-cigarettes, according to the latest Nevada Youth Risk Behavior Survey, underscoring the need for parents, educators and community members to talk with young people about the risks of nicotine and vaping.

The Southern Nevada Community Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operated by the Southern Nevada Health District, is joining health centers across the country in celebrating National Health Center Week from August 2-8.

The Southern Nevada Health District is reporting an additional case of cyclosporiasis in a Clark County resident who likely acquired the disease while traveling to a state associated with the ongoing multistate outbreak. The individual traveled during the exposure period before returning to Clark County. At this time, there is no evidence that the exposure occurred in Clark County or elsewhere in Nevada.

The Southern Nevada Health District is reporting a case of cyclosporiasis in a Clark County resident who acquired the disease while traveling outside of Nevada.

As families prepare for the first day of school on Monday, August 10, the Southern Nevada Health District is encouraging parents and guardians to schedule required school vaccinations now to avoid long waits during the late-summer rush. Immunization appointments are available at Health District clinics across the Valley for students entering kindergarten, seventh grade and 12th grade. This year, the Health District also is offering $20 sports physicals through the Southern Nevada Community Health Center and encouraging families who may need birth certificates for school registration to order them early.

The Southern Nevada Health District conducts routine surveillance for cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis. Although sporadic local cases of cyclosporiasis are reported each year, no cases in Clark County have been linked to the multistate outbreak currently under investigation.

The Southern Nevada Health District is reporting 10 additional mosquito pools that have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV), bringing the total number of positive mosquito pools identified this season to 14.

Two years after launching CredibleMind, a mental health and well-being platform, the Southern Nevada Health District continues to connect the community with free tools and local resources designed to support mental health and wellness.

In recognition of National HIV Testing Day on Saturday, June 27, the Southern Nevada Health District is encouraging community members to make HIV testing part of their routine health care. A simple HIV test can provide peace of mind, connect people to lifesaving treatment and help prevent the spread of HIV. Knowing one's HIV status is the first step toward accessing treatment, prevention services and support that improve health outcomes and help prevent HIV transmission.

The Southern Nevada Health District has identified the first mosquitoes of the season to test positive for West Nile virus. The mosquitoes were collected in the 89121 ZIP code as part of the Health District's ongoing mosquito surveillance program. The Health District is reminding residents to take precautions and "Fight the Bite" to help reduce the impact of mosquitoes in the community.

June is Men’s Health Month, and the Southern Nevada Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion is encouraging men across the community to take a fresh look at their health and well-being. From heart health and self-care to blood pressure screenings and wellness conversations, the month features free events designed to help men feel stronger, stay healthy and take charge of their long-term wellness.

As families prepare for the first day of school on Monday, August 10, the Southern Nevada Health District is encouraging parents and guardians to schedule required school vaccinations now to avoid long waits during the late-summer rush. Immunization appointments are available at Health District clinics across the Valley for students entering kindergarten, seventh grade and 12th grade. This year, the Health District also is offering $20 sports physicals through the Southern Nevada Community Health Center and encouraging families who may need birth certificates for school registration to order them early.

The Southern Nevada Health District is reporting the first case of West Nile virus in a Clark County resident this year. The patient, a woman in her 40s, was diagnosed with the neuroinvasive form of the illness. She was hospitalized and has since recovered. The patient reported travel to another state where multiple human West Nile virus cases have been reported and was also present in Clark County during the incubation period.

June is Men’s Health Month, and the Southern Nevada Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion is encouraging men across the community to take a fresh look at their health and well-being. From heart health and self-care to blood pressure screenings and wellness conversations, the month features free events designed to help men feel stronger, stay healthy and take charge of their long-term wellness.

After more than a year of collaboration with community members, healthcare partners and local organizations, the Southern Nevada Health District today released the 2026-2031 Southern Nevada Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), outlining key priorities and strategies to improve health outcomes in Clark County over the next five years.

This June, the Southern Nevada Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention & Health Promotion will expand access to diabetes education by launching its first virtual self-management classes in Spanish. Led by trained health educators, the free classes provide participants with practical strategies to manage diabetes, build healthier habits and lower the risk of serious health complications.

Grab your swimsuit and sunscreen! Clark County residents are invited to dive into a healthier summer as the Southern Nevada Health District launches its annual Move Your Way® campaign. Kicking off May 22, the free, family-friendly poolside events bring together music, activities and community fun to help people of all ages stay active while keeping cool.

Pop-Up Produce Stands continue with final spring dates at the Bonneville Transit Center (BTC), offering affordable, regionally grown fruits and vegetables to the community. Shoppers can use SNAP/EBT, cash, debit or credit cards. Double Up Food Bucks, a nutrition incentive program for SNAP users will be offered, and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program coupons will also be accepted when available.

The Southern Nevada Health District is investigating two travel-associated cases of Legionnaires’ disease associated with stays at the Wynn Las Vegas. One person stayed at the property in September 2025 while the other stayed in February 2026. Both individuals have since recovered.  

College students are at the center of a growing push for healthier campuses, and local youth are leading the charge. The Southern Nevada Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion’s Tobacco Control Program and the Students Promoting Awareness Responsibility & Knowledge (SPARK) Youth Advisory Council will host an interactive outreach event at the College of Southern Nevada’s (CSN) West Charleston campus to educate students, faculty and staff about the benefits of a tobacco-free campus.

From expanding access to lifesaving resources to ensuring students are fed and ready to learn, the Southern Nevada Health District is spotlighting the people and programs making a real difference as it honors its 2026 Public Health Heroes. The recognition takes place today during the Southern Nevada District Board of Health meeting at 9 a.m. on Thursday, April 23, in the Red Rock Conference Room at the Main Public Health Center, 280 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107.

It’s National Infant Immunization Week, and the Southern Nevada Health District is encouraging parents and caregivers to tap into their “Mama Bear” and “Papa Bear” instincts by making sure children are protected against serious diseases.

Parents and guardians are invited to tap into their “Mama Bear” and “Papa Bear” instincts during National Infant Immunization Week (April 20–27) by making sure their young children are protected against serious diseases.

In recognition of Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Awareness Week (April 12–18), the Southern Nevada Health District is expanding access to free testing and community outreach, to encourage prevention, reduce stigma and connect individuals to care.

The Southern Nevada Health District brought together public health leaders, community partners and stakeholders during its 2026 State of Public Health event, held in recognition of National Public Health Week, to highlight progress, share emerging data and spotlight collaborative efforts to improve health outcomes across Clark County.

Pop-Up Produce Stands continue this spring at the Bonneville Transit Center (BTC), offering affordable, regionally grown fruits and vegetables to the community.

Beginning April 6, the Southern Nevada Health District will offer free lead testing for consumer products on the first Monday of each month from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at 280 S. Decatur Blvd. No appointment is required.

In recognition of Diabetes Alert Day on March 24, 2026, the Southern Nevada Health District is encouraging community members to learn their risk for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes and take steps to protect their health.

The Southern Nevada Health District will observe World TB Day on Tuesday, March 24, with the theme, “Yes! We Can End TB!” Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the world’s leading infectious disease killers, causing an estimated 1.3 million deaths affecting 10.7 million people globally in 2025. TB occurs in every country and across all age groups, although most cases are concentrated in parts of Asia and Africa.

With triple-digit temperatures expected to arrive earlier than usual, Clark County, the Southern Nevada Health District and community partners are reminding residents and visitors that Southern Nevada’s desert heat can be dangerous while sharing safety tips to help the community prepare for upcoming hot weather.

The Southern Nevada Health District and the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (NDPBH) are reporting a confirmed case of measles in a visitor to Clark County.

Today, the Southern Nevada District Board of Health voted at a special meeting not to move forward with the proposed updates to the Individual Sewage Disposal System (ISDS) regulations following significant community feedback.

The Southern Nevada Health District has begun routine mosquito surveillance activities approximately one month earlier than usual in response to warmer-than-average temperatures and recent rainfall across Clark County.

At the request of Southern Nevada District Board of Health Chair and North Las Vegas Mayor Pro Tem Scott Black, the Board of Health will hold a special meeting to consider and approve a recommendation to withdraw the proposed Individual Sewage Disposal System (ISDS) regulation updates following recent public feedback.

The Southern Nevada Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion invites Clark County residents to participate in the YMCA’s upcoming Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program, offered by the YMCA of Southern Nevada. The 16-week program, launching this month, aims to help people reduce and manage their blood pressure over time. It is designed for people who have high blood pressure or may be at risk of developing it.

Pop-Up Produce Stands will return to the Bonneville Transit Center (BTC) this spring, offering affordable, regionally grown fruits and vegetables to the community. Shoppers can use SNAP/EBT, cash, debit or credit cards. Double Up Food Bucks, a nutrition incentive program for SNAP users will be offered, and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program coupons will also be accepted when available.

The intent of the proposed updates is to modernize 17-year-old regulations, clarify standards, and strengthen groundwater protections as Clark County continues to grow. The Southern Nevada Health District has heard clearly from residents regarding the proposed updates to septic system regulations. After approximately 1,000 community members attended the recent public meeting, the meeting was postponed to allow for additional review and community discussion. We appreciate the strong community engagement and want to clarify both what was proposed — and how we are moving forward.

The Southern Nevada Health District and the Foundation for Recovery are marking a key milestone in their effort to prevent opioid overdoses in Clark County. Since July 2025, canvassers have knocked on nearly 53,000 doors to share information about overdose awareness and prevention. Nearly 12,000 doors were answered, allowing outreach workers to provide lifesaving resources directly to reside

The Southern Nevada Health District has been selected by the Alzheimer’s Association to participate in a national initiative designed to help communities better understand, prevent and respond to Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The Health District is one of only 16 local health departments and tribal health organizations nationwide selected through a competitive application process.

he Southern Nevada Health District has identified medetomidine—a veterinary sedative also known as “rhino tranq”—in the local illicit drug supply through its community drug surveillance program, which anonymously samples used drug paraphernalia. While medetomidine use has not been widely reported in Nevada, the Health District has confirmed five positive samples since July 1, 2025, representing less than 1% of all samples collected since September 2024.

In observance of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on Saturday, Feb. 7, the Southern Nevada Health District will join community partners to provide additional health services to the community. National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day highlights efforts to reduce HIV and other sexually transmitted infections while addressing HIV-related stigma in Black/African American communities.

The Southern Nevada Health District will host a public outreach and informational meeting to share details and gather community input on proposed septic system regulations aimed at protecting public health and the environment.

The Southern Nevada Health District is recognizing American Heart Month in February by offering free blood pressure screenings and educational events at barbershops, beauty salons and faith-based organizations across Clark County.

The Southern Nevada Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion will host the 3rd Annual Tobacco‑Free Living Summit through its Tobacco Control Program. The summit will address the detrimental effects of tobacco use within the Black community. To help reduce this burden, the Tobacco Control Program created Because We Matter LV, an African American-focused tobacco initiative, which guides the program’s efforts and serves as the foundation for this year’s event.

The Southern Nevada Health District has rolled out a new schedule of free diabetes self-management, education and support classes offered in English, Spanish, in-person and online. The classes are available starting Jan. 21.