COVID-19 Vaccine Update Statement by Dr. Cassius, Lockett, District Health Officer
LAS VEGAS—The Southern Nevada Health District does not yet have the updated COVID-19 vaccine available in our clinics. We do continue to have the previous formulation for people who are eligible. Per ongoing guidelines, there should be at least two months in between any COVID-19 booster vaccines. We will notify the public when the updated […]
Sixth annual Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit set for August 14
LAS VEGAS – The Southern Nevada Health District, in partnership with the Nevada Institute for Children’s Research & Policy, will host the sixth annual Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit on Thursday, August 14, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the UNLV Strip View Pavilion, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154. This […]
Health District identifies first West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes of the season
LAS VEGAS – The Southern Nevada Health District has identified the first mosquito pool of the season testing positive for West Nile virus in the 89123 ZIP code. The Health District is reminding residents to take precautions and “Fight the Bite” to help reduce the impact of mosquitoes in the community. Since launching its seasonal […]
Southern Nevada Health District conducting Legionnaires’ disease investigation at Harrah’s Laughlin
LAS VEGAS—The Southern Nevada Health District is investigating three travel-associated cases of Legionnaires’ disease in individuals who stayed at Harrah’s Laughlin in May. All three were hospitalized; two have since recovered, and one remained hospitalized at the time the Health District received the report. Following notification of cases, the Health District conducted environmental sampling at […]
Southern Nevada cases reported in national Salmonella outbreak
LAS VEGAS— The Southern Nevada Health District has identified four cases of Salmonella infection in Clark County associated with a multistate outbreak linked to brown cage free and brown certified organic eggs. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is leading a coordinated investigation into the outbreak, which currently involves cases reported in several […]
KAUAʻI DISTRICT HEALTH OFFICE TO CONDUCT CASPER SURVEY TO ASSESS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
KAUAʻI DISTRICT HEALTH OFFICE TO CONDUCT CASPER SURVEY TO ASSESS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS Posted on Jun 5, 2025 in Newsroom LĪHUʻE, Hawaiʻi — The Hawaiʻi Department of Health’s (DOH) Kaua‘i District Health Office will conduct a Community Assessment for Public Health Emergency Response (CASPER) survey in June to assess the emergency preparedness level of Kauaʻi households. […]
Stay healthy, stay informed: Free adult vaccines and health services available at May 29 event
LAS VEGAS – The Southern Nevada Health District is hosting a free Adult Immunization Outreach Event on Thursday, May 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fremont Public Health Center, 2830 E. Fremont St., Las Vegas, NV 89104. Open to the public, this event offers adults a chance to get vaccinations, blood […]
Southern Nevada Health District releases 2025 Community Health Assessment
LAS VEGAS – The Southern Nevada Health District, in collaboration with community partners, has released the 2025 Community Health Assessment (CHA), a comprehensive evaluation of Clark County’s health needs, strengths and available resources. The assessment is now available on the Healthy Southern Nevada website. As part of the prioritization process, the Health District and community […]