Johns Hopkins University published an alarming COVID-19 positivity rate that puts Nevada well above the national average. It’s also incorrect, state officials say.
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State health officials said people “get a level of comfort around friends or co-workers” that promotes the spread of disease. Nevada reported 582 new cases of COVID-19.
According to Department of Health and Human Services’ data, 655 additional cases of the coronavirus were reported in Nevada on Thursday, along with seven more deaths.
More than 100 UNLV students have tested positive after being on campus, according to data from the Nevada System of Higher Education, which posts coronavirus data weekly.
Health agencies say disease investigation reports have “limited, if any value” to the public. Outside experts question the decision.
Nevada lawmakers questioned the city of Las Vegas’ decision to spend CARES Act relief funds on employee pay, rather than on relief for residents and businesses.
Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak has tested negative for COVID-19.
Nevada reported 479 new cases of the coronavirus on Tuesday, along with six additional deaths, according to state data.
The new figures reported Sunday bring the total number of confirmed cases in Nevada to 82,100 and the death toll to 1,623, according to the Department of Health and Human Services.
The Department of Health and Human Services on Thursday reported 430 coronavirus cases, along with three additional deaths across the state.
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