NOTE: If you are in crisis call Nevada’s 24/7 Crisis Support Services 1-800-273-8255 or Text CARE 839863 By Kim Palchikoff Mental Health Awareness Month arrives this year with Nevada facing a crisis it has failed to handle in the past and remains ill-prepared to deal with now. You don’t need to read reports and statistics on the coronavirus pandemic to know that the … [Read more...] about It’s the worst time to skimp on mental-health resources
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Seniors should continue to socially distance amid re-openings
By Garrett Estrada In honor of May being Older Americans Month, the Associate Medical Director of Southwest Medical Dr. Richard Orr wanted to share some advice for those Las Vegans over the age of 65 that will help keep them safe during the town's first phase of reopening amid the pandemic. Since seniors are at a higher risk of contracting the contagious virus, Orr … [Read more...] about Seniors should continue to socially distance amid re-openings
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Immunize Nevada concerned about drop in state’s immunization rates amid COVID-19
Immunize Nevada, Nevada’s only statewide nonprofit dedicated to immunizations with offices in Reno and Las Vegas, is concerned about the recent decline in immunization rates throughout Nevada due to the COVID-19 crisis. The pandemic has caused parents and caregivers in Nevada and across the nation to postpone routine well-child checkups, including immunizations. This … [Read more...] about Immunize Nevada concerned about drop in state’s immunization rates amid COVID-19
Clark County to Reopen Dog Parks
Clark County will reopen all its dog parks starting Friday, May 8. Signs will be posted limiting ten people per area with a one hour time limit per person in order to help encourage social distancing. “Our K-9 friends need opportunities to exercise and escape just like us” said Clark County Parks and Recreation Director Daniel Hernandez. “we are glad to be able to … [Read more...] about Clark County to Reopen Dog Parks