Health
Nevada governor releases final details, program notes for tonight's 2021 State of the State
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 11:55amNevada Gov. Steve Sisolak released the final viewing details for the 2021 State of the State address that happens Tuesday.The pre-program begins at 5:45 p.m. and will air at the link here. Then, at 6 p.m., the 2021 address will air by going to the link here.
Nevada governor proposes $8.68 billion budget restoring cuts to Medicaid, other state programs
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 10:45amGov. Steve Sisolak is proposing a two-year budget that reverses cuts to Medicaid and other key K-12 programs made last summer, after financial projections left the state at what officials are calling an “inconsistent, if not positive, ending point” for tax revenue.
Anonymous donor matches up to $25K in Carson Tahoe’s ‘Sponsor A Caregiver’ campaign
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/18/2021 - 12:06pmCARSON CITY — After a month of fundraising, Carson Tahoe has raised over $42,000 toward supplying reusable ENVO N95 masks for their frontline workers. Now, an anonymous donor has offered a match, allowing donors to double their impact. That’s right, every new ‘Sponsor A Caregiver’ gift received until Feb. 21 will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $25,000.
Carson City, Quad County COVID-19 Sunday update: 2 deaths, 42 new cases and 19 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/17/2021 - 6:11pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021 that there are two additional deaths due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. We are also reporting 42 new cases and 19 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region.
Senator Square: Carson High School students become published authors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/17/2021 - 9:12amAccording to Teen Health and Wellness, Rosen Publishing, “Sharing stories is a powerful way to connect with other people. By sharing your own story, you can connect with other teens who are dealing with similar experiences. Your words can provide hope and comfort, or empower them to face their own challenges.”
One death, 46 new cases and 78 recoveries of COVID-19 reported for Quad-County
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/16/2021 - 7:13pmWe are reporting 1 additional death due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region.
Will you be my Valentine? 94-year-old Carson City woman requests cards for Valentine's Day from Community
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/16/2021 - 12:05pmMeet Delores, a 94-year-old resident of Spirit of Hope, who would love to hear from you this Valentine’s Day. Spirit of Hope residents like Delores are often isolated from friends and family.
You can make a positive difference in our community with a simple gesture, by sending the gift of a Valentine’s Day card.
Quad County COVID-19 Death Total reaches 163 with an additional three deaths reported Friday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/15/2021 - 7:34pmCarson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting 3 additional deaths due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region.
Today, Jan. 15, is the Last Day for Nevadans to enroll for 2021 health insurance
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/15/2021 - 10:05amNevada Health Link, the online health insurance marketplace operated by the state agency, the Silver State Health Insurance Exchange (Exchange), reminds Nevadans that Open Enrollment for a comprehensive, Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliant health plan for 2021 ends at 11:59 p.m. today, Jan. 15, 2021.
Consumers who enroll by the deadline will have coverage effective February 1, 2021.
Death with dignity advocate to speak at Carson City Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/15/2021 - 3:00amFeatured speaker at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon will be Paul Klein, a partner at Tri-Strategies LTD, a government relations and public affairs firm with offices in Reno and Las Vegas. He will be lobbying on behalf of Compassion & Choices for medical aid-in-dying legislation due to be introduced during the 81st session, which begins February 1st. The bill gives terminally ill people with six months or less to live the option of taking medicine to end their life peacefully.
Quad-County COVID-19 Thursday update: 6 deaths, 62 new cases and 81 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 6:09pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting 6 additional deaths due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. We are also reporting 62 new cases and 81 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 10,182, with 5,429 recoveries and 161 deaths; 4,592 cases remain active.
Archival gown, historic coin press featured Saturday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 10:34amThe Nevada State Museum, Carson City, will showcase an early 20th century gown on Jan. 20, as well as historic Coin Press No. 1 on Saturday, Jan. 16.
Carson City, Quad County COVID-19 Wednesday briefing: 56 new cases and 90 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 6:04pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021 that there are 56 new cases and 90 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 10,120, with 5,348 recoveries and 155 deaths; 4,617 cases remain active.
Carson City School District employees get first dose of COVID vaccine
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 4:37pmCarson City School District employees, including elementary and secondary education personnel, lined up to be among the first to receive Tier 2 COVID-19 vaccinations at Carson High School on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021.
COVID-19 vaccine now available for Quad County, Carson City seniors 70 and older
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 12:44pmUPDATE THURSDAY FROM CCHHS: The Quad-County COVID-19 Hotline is experiencing a high call volume. We apologize for the delay in answering your call. If you are on hold longer than 30 minutes, the system will automatically time you out and you will be asked to leave us a voicemail. Due to a large number of voicemails and a high call volume, we are unable to return all calls at this time. If you are calling about the COVID-19 vaccine, please be patient as the number of people trying to book appointments has slowed down the website. If the page is not loading, please refresh your browser. We will be adding more events weekly, so continue to check back for any openings. We appreciate your patience.
Quad County COVID-19 Tuesday briefing: 3 Carson City deaths, 111 new cases, 48 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 6:40pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021 that there are three additional deaths due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. CCHHS is also reporting 111 new cases and 48 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region.
Nevada to prioritize elderly, essential workforce concurrently under new COVID vaccine rollout
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 7:08pmNevada is moving to a new COVID-19 vaccination strategy that will allow the state to distribute doses to essential workers and priority segments of the population in tandem.
Quad County, Carson City COVID-19 Monday briefing: 34 new cases and 49 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 6:15pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Monday, Jan. 11, 2021 that there are 34 new cases and 49 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 9,953, with 5,210 recoveries and 152 deaths; 4,591 cases remain active.
WNC Continuing Education program offers more career training
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 5:15pmWestern Nevada College has revamped its Continuing Education program and is now geared toward providing career training and professional development, as well as offering a variety of personal enrichment classes like it has in the past.
Partnership Carson City to participate in public health 3-day cannabis, vaping summit
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 1:06pmCARSON CITY — Executive Director of Partnership Carson City Hannah McDonald and Youth Program Coordinator and Training Specialist Samantha Szoyka will speak at the Public Health Cannabis and Vaping 3-Day Virtual Summit Jan. 12 to 14, 2021.
Nevada governor to provide COVID-19 mitigation and vaccination update today at 5 p.m.
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 12:38pmCARSON CITY — Gov. Steve Sisolak will hold a press conference today, Monday, at 5 p.m. to provide an update on Nevada’s COVID-19 mitigation and immunization efforts.
Nevada Health Link open enrollment ends Friday, COVID covered in all health plans
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 11:59amWith only four days remaining in Open Enrollment for 2021 health coverage, Nevada Health Link, the online health insurance marketplace operated by the state agency, the Silver State Health Insurance Exchange (Exchange), reminds Nevadans that all plans include access to COVID-19 related diagnosis and treatment, including COVID-19 vaccines when they become available.
Carson City accepting applications for health officer position
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 11:09amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors is accepting applications from individuals who are licensed to practice medicine in Nevada, for the consideration and possible appointment to fill the Carson City Health Officer position which serves as the Executive Officer of the Carson City Board of Health, and acts as chairman of the Carson City Board of Health.
Carson City, Quad County COVID-19 Sunday briefing: 77 new cases, 52 additional recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/10/2021 - 6:55pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021 that there are 77 new cases and 52 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 9,919, with 5,161 recoveries and 152 deaths; 4,606 cases remain active.
ICYMI: Quad County, Carson City area COVID-19 vaccinations begin Monday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 01/10/2021 - 10:28amCarson City Health and Human Services announced last week that vaccinations would be moving into Tier 2 beginning on Monday, Jan. 11 starting with educators and daycare providers.
Senator Square: Carson High School mourns loss of senior Jacqueline Milagros Acosta-Bruno
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/10/2021 - 8:23amJacqueline Milagros Acosta-Bruno was born Nov. 17, 2002 at Washoe Medical Center in Reno, Nev., to Claudia Bruno and Hector Acosta. She has four younger brothers and sisters, all attending Carson City Schools, as well as a sibling just 18-months-old.
Quad County, Carson City COVID-19 Thursday briefing: 7 deaths, 74 new cases, 40 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/07/2021 - 6:04pmCarson City Health and Human Services reported Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021 that there are 7 additional deaths due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. CCHHS is also reporting 74 new cases and 40 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region.
Carson City Board of Supervisors extend business license grace period, allocate non-profit funding
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 01/07/2021 - 1:47pmThe newly elected Board of Supervisors, including Mayor Lori Bagwell, Supervisor Lisa Schuette, Supervisor Mo White, and appointed supervisor Stan Jones, along with Supervisor Stacey Giomi, met for their first board meeting of 2021 on Thursday.
Forest Service extends closures on developed campgrounds in California due to COVID concerns
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/07/2021 - 10:24amUSDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region has decided to extend the developed campground closure on 12 National Forests in California to provide consistent COVID-19 mitigation response in accordance with Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Stay-at-Home Orders. These Regional Orders will be in effect through Jan. 29, 2021.
Quad County, Carson City COVID-19 Wednesday briefing: 7 deaths, 85 new cases, 25 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/06/2021 - 6:04pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021 that there are 7 additional deaths due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. We are also reporting 85 new cases and 25 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 9,632, with 4,968 recoveries and 135 deaths; 4,529 cases remain active.