COVID-19’s latest variant is on the loose, but local experts think vaccines can mitigate its spread and severity.
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Gov. Joe Lombardo signed a bipartisan bill to repeal COVID-era health regulations.
Expect to pay out-of-pocket for over-the-counter COVID-19 tests, for a start.
Already at pandemic lows, COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations dipped this week.
Given that the population of Nevada is relatively young, the state “should have done better,” said one health expert.
A Clark County School District educator’s GoFundMe campaign helped a once-homeless family get back on its feet.
The event, organized through commissioner Lawrence Weekly’s office, offered 2,000 backpacks and school supplies for local children in need.
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospitals are hosting drive-thru Taco Tuesday for Las Vegas area first responders and health care workers.
‘We Miss You’ among signs that the nonprofit’s staff held up for clients who haven’t been ablt to visit for services since March.
Sonia El-Nawal threw a special prom for her two teen employees, Olivia Hergenroeder and Seth Teller, at Rooster Boy Cafe. The event was a surprise for Hergenroeder, a graduating senior from Advanced Technologies Academy.
Virtual concert series benefits Meals on Wheels; local nonprofits receive donations of women’s hygiene products.
Through his foundation, the entertainer provides $250,000 worth of donated food to 100 families being treated at Cure 4 The Kids Foundation.
United Way of Southern Nevada has launched Volunteer Connect, a new volunteer website to assist with vital services for those who are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Transportation commission continues donations to Three Square; VA hospital workers enjoy donated lunches courtesy of two nonprofits.
In honor of National Nurses Day on Wednesday, the health care workers at Summerlin Hospital received gifts — and cuddles — from Las Vegas locals.
Teachers and staff at Legacy Traditional School’s southwest campus were treated to a parade Monday.
Cody Tomboli started reaching out to see where he could donate food from his restaurant when it had to close. He has made 12 deliveries to local hospitals and essential businesses.
A parade of about 160 vehicles celebrated Southwest Medical physicians and nurse practitioners at OptumCare offices yesterday.
VFW Post 10047 distributes meals and groceries twice a week; Dunkin’ Donuts to offer free doughnut, coffee to health care workers on National Nurses Day.
Cindy Hebert has missed seeing her third grade class since schools have been closed. So last week her students and their families threw her a surprise parade to wish her a happy birthday
