Nevada is finally seeing some positive statistics in terms of Covid-19. New Covid-19 cases have decreased by 21% since October 8th, similar to the 25% decrease in new cases nationally. Covid-19 deaths decreased 41% between October 10th and 24th, compared to a much smaller 13% decrease nationwide. At the same time, Nevada hospitals are still dealing with critical staffing shortages and flu may place an additional burden on hospitals as winter begins, making vaccination even more important.
The State is looking forward to vaccination for its younger residents. The FDA’s Advisory Committee met on Tuesday to discuss Pfizer’s request to amend their Emergency Use Authorization for vaccine administration to include children ages 5 to 11 years. The Nevada State Immunization Program has been preparing for this rollout with vaccinating partners statewide, including pediatricians and family practice clinics, Federally Qualified Health Centers, pharmacies, local county health partners, and Immunize Nevada. Nevada is prepared to ensure vaccines are readily available across the state as soon as the final FDA and CDC recommendations are released.
Updates from the Governor’s Office
Governor Sisolak proclaims October 31 as Nevada Day
Nevada posts strong jobs recovery, ranking second in nation
Federal Updates
Rosen, Lankford Statement on Third Anniversary of Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
Rep. Titus Proposals Pass Through House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
Rep. Titus Celebrates Committee Passage of Translate Act She Introduced
Rep. Lee Asks House Leadership to Remove IRS Reporting Proposal from Reconciliation
State Agency and Local Government Updates
Southern Nevada Health District COVID-19 Update
Four health plans now available for 2022 through Nevada Medicaid
Nevada DMV to issue cash refunds for technology fee
New senior food and nutrition partner coming to southern Nevada
City Of Las Vegas Detention Center Launches New Programming To Reduce Recidivism
CCSD Board of School Trustees Recap
Articles of Interest
In split vote, Clark County School Board terminates Jara’s employment contract (NV Independent)
Supply chain disruptions leave Nevada businesses waiting for products (LVRJ)
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