Older people and people living with chronic conditions are at higher risk of serious illness from COVID-19. Chronic disease and aging impact an individual’s immune system, making fighting the virus harder and its impact more severe. To protect yourself, access to reliable, accurate information is essential. Rumors and offers of fake cures abound. Don’t fall…… MORE
Washoe County Health District Announces Six Additional Cases of COVID-19
The Washoe County Health District is reporting six additional cases of COVID-19 in Washoe County, moving the total number of cases to 50. Due to the growing number of cases, the Health District is only reporting on the number of additional cases and total cases at this time. The Health District is also reporting that…… MORE
Governor Signs Emergency Directive to Stop Large Gatherings
Governor Steve Sisolak again urged Nevadans to stay home in his address to the state Tuesday night. The governor said aggressive social distancing is our number one defense against COVID-19, but expressed concerns with people who are continuing to gather in groups and congregate, further increasing the risk of exposure. As a result, the governor…… MORE
Decision Will Allow Nevada to Develop Coronavirus Tests
The CEO of Renown Regional Medical Center is hailing a decision that will allow Nevada to develop its own Corona Virus tests, so we can better track the spread of the virus. Dr. Tony Slonim says Renown is well stocked and staffed for now, but cautions there will be a surge of patients, they just…… MORE
Reno City Council Holding Virtual Council Meetings
The Reno City Council is meeting for the first time with the public, not in the room. And some council members will check in remotely.… MORE
Registration About to Expire? Nevada DMV Offering Some Relief
Some relief for Nevada drivers whose license or car registration is about to expire. The State of Nevada is granting a 90-day extension on any driver’s license, vehicle registration, or other document with an expiration of March 16 through April 30th in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The extension does not apply to vehicle liability…… MORE
Nevada’s U.S. Senators Announce Funding For Senior Meals
Senators Jacky Rosen and Catherine Cortez Masto released a statement announcing that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded more than $2,000,000 to the state of Nevada to help communities across the Silver State provide meals for older adults. The senators say “These funds will help support Nevada’s seniors by ensuring they’re…… MORE
Nevada Will Have an All-Mail Election in June
Nevada Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske, in partnership with Nevada’s 17 county election officials, announced plans to conduct an all-mail election for the June 9, 2020 primary election. All active registered voters in Nevada will be mailed an absentee ballot for the primary election. No action or steps, such as submitting an absentee ballot request…… MORE
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Local Covid 19 Info
Local Resources and information on the COVID-19 Pandemic Click here to find and schedule your vaccine shot Click here to see the Washoe County Health District’s COVID-19 answers page Click here for the latest news from the Washoe County Health District News Talk 780 KOH encourages you to support our local…… MORE
