StatePoint Rising unemployment, mandatory stay-at-home orders, and an overburdened health care system are causing a perfect storm for breast cancer patients who have concerns or need care, according to the experts at Susan G. Komen. “People who have been impacted by breast cancer or who are concerned that they may have breast cancer need help getting the care they need … [Read more...] about Fund Helps Breast Cancer Patients Impacted by COVID-19 Crisis
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How and Why to Keep Kids on a Schedule During School Closures
StatePoint School closures have forced families nationwide to readjust to the current reality. However, a sense of structure is important for children’s developmental growth. To create a routine for your kids that sticks, consider the following tips: • Just because there is no formal school day doesn’t mean kids should sleep in or stay up late at night. Keep the same … [Read more...] about How and Why to Keep Kids on a Schedule During School Closures
Sisolak summons Nevada National Guard, retired health care workers into COVID-19 response
By Michelle Rindels and Jackie Valley/The Nevada Independent CARSON CITY — As coronavirus cases continue their steep climb, Gov. Steve Sisolak said Wednesday that he’s activating the Nevada National Guard and expanding the state’s health care workforce by allowing certain groups, such as retired doctors or medical students, to help treat COVID-19 patients. The … [Read more...] about Sisolak summons Nevada National Guard, retired health care workers into COVID-19 response
Capacity Expanded in Fight Against COVID-19
About a Dozen Facilities Assessed So Far to House Patients; Community Provided Update by Local Leaders About a dozen sheltering and rehabilitation facilities including hotels, motels, convention spaces, surgical centers and warehouses have been assessed and/or secured by Clark County staff as potential locations that would cumulatively provide space for up to 1,000 beds to … [Read more...] about Capacity Expanded in Fight Against COVID-19
As Part of Online Portal, Rosen Announces New Resource Guide to Assist Nevada Small Businesses During COVID-19 Pandemic
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee, unveiled her office’s COVID-19 Nevada Small Business Resource Guide. The guide is intended to provide Nevada small businesses with access to information and resources that may be helpful during the COVID-19 pandemic. “This is a challenging time and … [Read more...] about As Part of Online Portal, Rosen Announces New Resource Guide to Assist Nevada Small Businesses During COVID-19 Pandemic