Proposed legislation that would dramatically increase the cap on awards for pain and suffering in medical malpractice cases would intensify a doctor shortage in Nevada, opponents say.
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A new poll shows Nevada voters want the choice of medical aid in dying, but opponents say the measure comes with unintended consequences.
Supporters say Senate Bill 239 would ease the agony of the dying, while opponents say it would lead to abuse.
With COVID-19 at medium levels in Clark County, the health district recommends indoor mask use for those 65 and older or with underlying health conditions.
More individuals and families are now eligible for health insurance on the Silver State Health Insurance exchange.
Cases and hospitalizations in Clark County and statewide plateau this week after increasing the prior week for the first time in three months.
Last week, Clark County’s levels were designated as medium, and the week before that as high.
Official case counts can be misleading, with a new study showing more than three uncounted cases for every confirmed case.
Nevada Sen. Jacky Rosen will introduce a bipartisan bill to locate more federally funded medical residencies in areas with the greatest need.
More transmissible variants, waning immunity and unmasking are among the reasons for the growing number of COVID reinfections.