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.
Restaurant owners say they can’t figure it out: If they’re such a danger to the public, why aren’t their employees higher in priority in the COVID vaccination plan?
Businesses reduced to 25-percent capacity find additional space outdoors, expand takeout, introduce grab-and-go options, add a food truck and other innovations.
Robert Lang, director of UNLV’s Brookings Mountain West research institute, indicated that Las Vegas may have outgrown its buffets.
While some Southern Nevada restaurants reopened Saturday, the first day they were permitted to do so following the coronavirus shutdown, others were taking a cautious approach.
Eateries that have been closed for in-house dining since March 15 can reopen Saturday, but logistical challenges make that difficult for some.
Costco will implement new rules Monday that will allow a special shopping hour for seniors and persons with disabilities.
Ricardo’s, which has long been a place for family celebrations and weddings, is closing, said owner Bob Ansara, because of the coronavirus shutdown and related requirements.
You may not be able to go out for the usual Cinco de Mayo festivities this year, but Las Vegas restaurants and bars are ensuring you still have a way to celebrate.
Restaurants that don’t require masks for their employees are not in violation of Southern Nevada Health District regulations, although the CDC recommends them.
Experts say wearing gloves when you’re out and about won’t protect you if they transmit the virus to another surface, then you touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
Patterns and instructions for do-it-yourself face masks are all over the Internet, and making your own is a practical solution to the nationwide shortage.
Shoppers reporting ongoing difficulties finding items such as toilet paper and paper towels, but some things that were scarce a few weeks ago can be found, if you look around.
Online ordering, delivery and pickup options provide some relief to braving crowds at local grocers.