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Have a question about lead poisoning? The National Lead Information Center provides info about lead, lead hazards, and preventing lead exposure. Call them at 1-800-424-LEAD [5323] or visit: https://bit.ly/3Fv4bOr
¿Tiene preguntas sobre el plomo? Llame al Centro Nacional de Información sobre el Plomo al 1-800-424-5323 para información sobre el plomo, los peligros relacionados con el plomo y la prevención de la exposición al plomo. https://bit.ly/3Qb2SsX
Families living in homes built prior to 1978 are likely to be exposed to lead hazards. Clark County, Nevada has a Las Vegas Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program that is free to eligible households. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/46W9TF2 UNLV School of Public Health
Lead can be found where children live, play, and learn. There are several steps we can take to prevent lead exposure and protect our families. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3RXqJuX For local information, visit https://bit.ly/3M9QtnP
El plomo se puede encontrar donde los niños viven, juegan y aprenden. Hay varias medidas que podemos tomar para prevenir la exposición al plomo y proteger a nuestras familias. Obtenga mas información en https://bit.ly/4087hBC
Our offices are closed tomorrow Friday, Oct. 27 for Nevada Day. Happy Birthday to the Silver State! Be safe. We reopen on Monday, Oct. 30.
🌸💞Say “Hi, Barbie” Showing off our most Barbie pinks just in time for
Di "Hola, Barbie" Mostremos colores rosas de Barbie justo a tiempo para celebrara el Mes de Concientización del Cáncer de Mamas
📷Today the Board of Health commended Dr. Fermin Leguen, Dr. Cassius Lockett, and Jeff Quinn for co-authoring a chapter on the COVID-19 response in Las Vegas in the book “Inoculating Cities: Case Studies of the Urban Response of the COVID-19 Pandemic.”
📷The All Saints Sexual Health Clinic Team was recognized in a CDC STD Prevention Success Story — “Health Care with Heart: SNHD Expands Community Access with Church Based STI Clinic.” Congratulations to the entire team on this well-deserved honor!
📷Congratulations to Misty Robinson, Public Health Preparedness Supervisor, on co-authoring “Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response After COVID-19” published in Health Security. Well done!
📷We want to express our gratitude and appreciation to the Southern Nevada District Board of Health for their steadfast support towards our community, agency, and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you for your unwavering commitment towards ensuring the health and safety of our community during these challenging times.
In observance of Nevada Day, the Health District will be closed on Friday, October 27.
Did you recently receive a text message or email from SNHD? One dose is a great start, but two doses offer better protection against mpox. Get maximum protection by getting your second dose as soon as you can. Find a vaccine: https://bit.ly/3QHQouJ
¿Usted recibió recientemente un mensaje de texto o correo electrónico de SNHD? Una dosis es un buen comienzo, pero las dos dosis ofrecen una mejor protección contra la mpox. Obtenga la máxima protección recibiendo su segunda dosis tan pronto como pueda. https://bit.ly/3QHQouJ
Calling all Southern Nevada residents who have had ! Help inform the Health District about post-COVID conditions, take our brief, anonymous survey. Visit https://bit.ly/3ZPzCf1 to learn more & participate today!
¡Llamamos a todos los residentes del sur de Nevada que han tenido COVID19! Ayude a informar al Distrito de Salud sobre las condiciones post-COVID, responda nuestra breve encuesta anónima. ¡Visita https://bit.ly/3ZPzCf1 para más información y participar hoy!
Did you know children with lead poisoning usually do not look or act sick? Ask your healthcare provider about getting your child tested. A blood lead test is the best way to know if your child has been exposed to lead. https://bit.ly/3MJ6oZH For local information, visit https://bit.ly/3M9QtnP UNLV
Los niños envenenados por plomo normalmente no se ven ni actúan enfermos. La mejor forma de saber si su hijo(a) ha estado expuesto al plomo es mediante una prueba de sangre. https://bit.ly/3MJ6oZH
🦸🏻️ 🦸🏾️ Some heroes are flying by, just in time for
Algunos héroes están sobre volándonos, justo a tiempo por la celebración de Halloween
:🧛🏻️ Stay healthy this Halloween season! Flu symptoms can range from mild to severe. The Health District offers flu vaccines to everyone 6 months and older. Make an appointment so that your Halloween is FANG-tastic
¡Manténgase saludable en esta temporada de Halloween! Los síntomas de la gripe pueden variar de leves a graves. El Distrito de Salud ofrece vacunas contra la gripe a todas las personas mayores de 6 meses. Pide una cita para que tu Halloween sea FANTAS-tico.
Did you know you cannot see, taste, or smell lead in water? Check out the EPA’s online guide to help you identify lead pipes and reduce exposure to lead in your drinking water. https://bit.ly/3RYYhsO For local information, visit https://bit.ly/3M9QtnP UNLV School of Public Health
¿Sabía usted que no es posible ver, saborear ni oler el plomo en el agua potable? Consulte , una guía en línea creada para identificar tuberías de plomo y reducir la exposición al plomo en el agua potable. https://bit.ly/3FstaCd Para información local, visite https://bit.ly/3M9QtnP
👯 Double Double, toil and trouble! SNHD employees are seen twinning for
🎉📣 ¡HOY a las 4pm en Fiesta 98.1 FM! 📣🎉
👨⚕️ El Torito entrevista a Liliana Davalos sobre las vacunas de otoño, información actual y dónde hacerse una prueba de COVID-19. 🎙️🩺
🔊 ¡Sintoniza y aclara tus dudas! 🕓📻
🌐 Para solicitar sus pruebas gratuitas, visite https://www.covid.gov/tests
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🪩🎃🪩SNHD is getting into the Halloween spirit! Check out our employees channeling their favorite decades for
¡SNHD se está adentrando en el espíritu de Halloween! Vea a nuestros empleados viviendo sus décadas favoritas para el lunes
Lead is a highly toxic metal that may cause a range of health problems – especially in young children! Learn more at https://bit.ly/3Mb9OW1 For local info, visit https://bit.ly/3M9QtnP UNLV
👻 Everyone 6 months of age and older should get at least one dose of an updated COVID-19 vaccine. The updated vaccines are expected to work well against currently circulating variants of COVID-19. Find a clinic near you https://bit.ly/3o5DCqL
Todas las personas a partir de los 6 meses de edad deben recibir al menos una dosis de una vacuna de COVID-19 actualizada. Se espera que las vacunas actualizadas funcionen bien contra las variantes de COVID-19 que circulan actualmente.
💕Today is National Mammography Day! SNHD is here to remind you that the best defense in the fight against breast cancer is early detection. Take a moment to learn more about this important screening tool: https://bit.ly/3rEJ2yd
💕¡Hoy es el Día Nacional de la Mamografía! El SNHD está aquí para recordarles que la mejor defensa para combatir el cáncer de seno es la detección temprana. Tomen un momento para conocer más acerca de esta importante herramienta de revisión: http://bit.ly/2Kh7ted
Our Pop-up produce market will be back at Bonneville Transit Station from 12-3pm on 11/7. SNAP benefits are accepted! Want a healthy recipe? 🍎 Check out this APPLE-solutely delicious Sweet Potato and Apple Bake at https://bit.ly/48AuhwT
Today is the day! 10/14 is a Health Fair in support of National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day, a day to help stop HIV stigma and address the disproportionate impact of HIV on Hispanic/Latino communities.
💕People with breasts should be aware of signs and symptoms of breast cancer to discuss with their healthcare provider, including a lump or pain in the breast, thickening or swelling in part of the breast, and irritation or dimpling of the breast skin.
Calling all Southern Nevada residents who have had ! Help inform the Health District about post-COVID conditions, take our brief, anonymous survey. Visit https://bit.ly/3ZPzCf1 to learn more & participate today!
¡Llamamos a todos los residentes del sur de Nevada que han tenido COVID19! Ayude a informar al Distrito de Salud sobre las condiciones post-COVID, responda nuestra breve encuesta anónima. ¡Visita https://bit.ly/3ZPzCf1 para más información y participar hoy!
DYK? October is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome ( ) Awareness Month. Spread the word about for babies using resources & activities. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3tqNvox
Save the date! 10/14 is a Health Fair in support of National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day, a day to help stop HIV stigma and address the disproportionate impact of HIV on Hispanic/Latino communities.
: Get your flu vaccine before Halloween so that you can say boo to the flu! Schedule your appointment here: https://bit.ly/3HMd3RI
Did you get your free COVID-19 tests? Every U.S. household can order up to 4 free COVID-19 tests, delivered right to your door. Please note many test expiration dates have been extended and are valid for many months after the dates printed on the boxes. To get free at-home COVID-19 tests visit: www.covid.gov/tests
¿Obtuvieron sus pruebas gratuitas de COVID-19? Cada hogar en los Estados Unidos puede ordenar hasta cuatro pruebas de COVID-19 gratis, entregadas en su puerta. Por favor tengan en cuenta que las fechas de expiración se han extendido y que son válidas por muchos meses después de las fechas impresas en las cajas. Para obtener sus pruebas caseras de COVID-19 visiten: www.covid.gov/tests
Mark your calendars. National Coming Out Day is tomorrow 10/11. SNHD will be offering HIV, Hepatitis C and Syphilis testing from 8am-4:30pm at Fremont Public Health Center, 2830 E. Fremont St. Come get tested, grab some condoms and learn about PrEP. “Come Out” and say hi.
Calling all Southern Nevada residents who have had ! Help inform the Health District about post-COVID conditions, take our brief, anonymous survey. Visit https://bit.ly/3ZPzCf1 to learn more & participate today!
¡Llamamos a todos los residentes del sur de Nevada que han tenido COVID19! Ayude a informar al Distrito de Salud sobre las condiciones post-COVID, responda nuestra breve encuesta anónima. ¡Visita https://bit.ly/3ZPzCf1 para más información y participar hoy!
Reminder: All Southern Nevada Health District locations will be closed until 1:30 p.m. for staff development and an all-hands meeting tomorrow, October 5, 2023. Learn more:
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Get connected to discounted home internet. is hosting an ACP sign-up event on 10/7 . This support will be offered in English and Spanish. RSPV at https://bit.ly/3Q1VJMK
This year has sure been rainy! The Southern Nevada Health District is recommending residents assess areas surrounding their homes for standing water to eliminate potential mosquito breeding sources. https://bit.ly/45H3UDJ
Our Pop-up produce market is back at Bonneville Transit Station today from 12-3pm. SNAP benefits are accepted! Want a healthy recipe? 🍎 Check out this APPLE-solutely delicious Sweet Potato and Apple Bake at https://bit.ly/48AuhwT
All Southern Nevada Health District locations will be closed until 1:30 p.m. for staff development and an all-hands meeting on Thursday, October 5, 2023. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ERP29C
Parents: If your children are under age 5, they are more likely to get very sick from food poisoning because their immune systems are still developing. This , find out which foods are safer for them to eat: https://bit.ly/48wcBCC
Young children have a higher risk of food poisoning. Their immune systems are still developing, so their bodies aren’t able to fight germs and sickness as well as adults. Food poisoning can be particularly dangerous for them because it can lead to diarrhea and dehydration.
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🥦 🥕🥬 Looking for an un-BEET-able healthy recipe? Pitchaya here uses ingredients from our Pop-Up Produce Stand! Looking to follow along? Pick up locally grown fruits and vegetables today from noon to 3pm on 9/5. SNAP benefits are accepted! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3NtZsSr Get Healthy Clark County Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada 🥦 🥕🥬 ¿Busca una receta saludable que no sea compatible con la REMOLACHA? ¡Pitchaya utiliza ingredientes de nuestro puesto emergente de productos agrícolas! ¿Quieres seguirlo? Compre frutas y verduras cultivadas localmente hoy 5 de septiembre desde el mediodía hasta las 3:00 p. m. ¡Se aceptan beneficios SNAP! Obtenga más información aquí: https://bit.ly/3NtZsSr
We are celebrating Fremont Public Health Center’s 1 year anniversary! #ValueCHCs It is part of our mission to make sure the needs and voices of our patients are always represented. ¡Estamos celebrando el primer aniversario del Centro de Salud Pública de Fremont! Como parte de nuestra misión nos asegurarnos de que las necesidades y las voces de nuestros pacientes estén siempre representadas.
#WorldMosquitoDay American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) notes that mosquitoes fly up to 1.5 miles an hour. That’s plenty of time to get from your neighbor’s yard to yours! Check around your yard for #mosquitobreeding sources. Where should you look? https://bit.ly/39w5vnX Día Mundial del Mosquito American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) dice que los mosquitos vuelan hasta 1,5 millas por hora. ¡Eso es suficiente para ir del jardín de tu vecino al tuyo! Busque en su jardín fuentes de reproducción de mosquitos. ¿Dónde deberías mirar? https://bit.ly/39w5vnX
The Southern Nevada Community Health Center provides health care and wellness education in a culturally respectful environment. It’s part of our mission to make sure the needs and voices of our patients are always represented. #ValueCHCs #NHCW2023 El Centro de Salud Comunitario del Sur de Nevada brinda atención médica y educación sobre el bienestar en un entorno culturalmente respetuoso. Es parte de nuestra misión asegurarnos de que las necesidades y las voces de nuestros pacientes estén siempre representes. #nhcw2023 #ValueCHC
#DontWaitVaccinate: Back-to-school is around the corner! Make an appointment at one of our #immunization clinics. We are holding special back-to-school vaccination dates and times. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3wCv3J3 No espere para vacunarlo: ¡El regreso a clases está a la vuelta de la esquina! Haga una cita en una de nuestras clínicas de vacunacion. Estamos celebrando fechas y horarios especiales de vacunación para el regreso a la escuela. Más información: https://bit.ly/3wCv3J3
Get your ducks all in a row. 🐥 🐥 💉. It’s time to get your kids the COVID-19 booster! The new booster doses are authorized for children ages 5 and older. Go to https://bit.ly/3u6IxLU to learn more! Pon todos tus patos en una fila. 🐥 🐥 💉. ¡Es hora de que sus hijos reciban el refuerzo COVID-19! Las nuevas dosis de refuerzo están autorizadas para niños mayores de 5 años. Para más información visita: https://bit.ly/3u6IxLU
#werewolf #covid #flu Is it allergies or something more...sinister? Beware the WEREWOLF AT WORK!
We’re partnering with Las Vegas Diversity FC to get the word out about the importance of COVID-19 vaccines! Keep your kids up to date and boosted to ensure they are getting the increased protection vaccines can provide. The new booster doses are authorized for children ages 5 and older. Go to https://bit.ly/3u6IxLU to learn more! ¡Nos asociamos con Las Vegas Diversity FC para difundir la importancia de las vacunas contra el COVID-19! Mantenga a sus hijos actualizados y con los refuerzos para garantizar que obtengan la mayor protección que pueden brindar las vacunas. Las nuevas dosis de refuerzo están autorizadas para niños mayores de 5 años. ¡Visite: https://bit.ly/3u6IxLU para más información!
Don’t forget to come see us at the DISCOVERY Children's Museum this Saturday, October 15! Get a COVID-19 vaccination and walk away with a pair of passes for a future museum visit! ¡No olvides venir a vernos al Museo Infantil DISCOVERY este sábado 15 de octubre! ¡Vacúnate contra el COVID-19 y llévate un par de pases para una futura visita al museo!
#VaxFact:. The CDC recommends everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations. You are up to date when you receive the most recent booster dose recommended. CDC recomienda que todos se mantengan al día con las vacunas contra el COVID-19. Usted está al día cuando recibe la dosis de refuerzo recomendada más reciente.
Weekend project! Build a go bag so you can get out the door fast in an emergency.
Weekend project! September is National Emergency Preparedness Month. This weekend, take some time to build your go bag so you can get out the door fast in an emergency. Everyone's go bag is different—think about what you and your family would need for several days away from home. Don't forget about medication, supplies for your pets, and games or toys to keep children entertained. #BeReady
We are excited to "kick off" our campaign partnership with the Las Vegas Diversity FC League and our Arm in Arm campaign! We continue to inform families and guardians that everyone 6 months and older can get vaccinated against COVID-19 and of the importance of staying up-to-date with their vaccines.
While #COVID19 might have its ups and downs, you don't have to go on that roller coaster. Make sure you stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines to help prevent getting seriously ill. #NationalRollerCoasterDay Día Nacional de la Montaña Rusa Si bien COVID-19 puede tener sus altibajos, no tiene que subirse a esa montaña rusa. Asegúrese de mantenerse al día con sus vacunas contra el COVID-19 para evitar que se enferme gravemente por el COVID-19 y sus complicaciones.
Starting today, August 15, UNLV is officially a smoke-free campus! This policy protects those at UNLV from unwanted and involuntary exposure to tobacco, establishes a supportive atmosphere for those trying to quit, and creates a culture of wellness for the campus community. UNLV joins approximately 2,000 universities across the country that have become smoke-free campuses. Learn more about the policy here: https://bit.ly/3Accahu. For free help to quit smoking or vaping, call the Nevada Tobacco Quitline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669), or text QUITNOW to 333888.
If you test positive for #COVID19 you may be eligible for #antiviral treatment at the Health District. We offer two options for treatment: Paxlovid and Molnupiravir. For more information about treatment options and eligibility, visit: https://bit.ly/3qtHqTX. Si da positivo en su prueba de COVID-19, puede ser elegible para tratamiento #antiviral en el Distrito de Salud o puede pedirle a su médico que lo evalúe. Para más información sobre las opciones de tratamiento y la elegibilidad, visite: https://bit.ly/3zCDjbT
#EmojiDay is here! 🥳 🎊 🎈 It’s time to express yo’ self. Leave your favorite emoji in the comments below!
RUN, don’t walk to get your vaccine! We are now offering #COVID19 vaccines for kids 6 months to 4 years old. Find one near you: https://bit.ly/3u6IxLU. ¡CORRE, no camines para vacunarte! Ahora estamos ofreciendo vacunas de COVID19 para niños de 6 meses a 4 años. Encuentre una clinica: https://bit.ly/3u6IxLU.
Getting vaccinated is the best way to avoid getting seriously ill from COVID-19. Stay safe and up to date! Sending you ✨#NegativeThoughts ✨
Southern Nevadans now have expanded access to COVID-19 testing with the opening of self-test vending machines at two locations: Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada Bonneville Transit Center and Mesa View Regional Hospital. Go to https://bit.ly/3nle6xf to register. Los habitantes del sur de Nevada ahora tienen acceso a las pruebas caseras de COVID-19 con la apertura de máquinas expendedoras en dos ubicaciones: @RTCSNV Bonneville Transit Center y Mesa View Regional Hospital. Ve a https://bit.ly/3nle6xf para registrarte. https://bit.ly/3y7PGxb
Haven’t tried the #HealthyCoke Challenge? We did it so you don't have to! The Health District always looks for healthier options and alternatives for the public. And our consensus is… it’s not bad.
You know our Southern Nevada Community Health Center provides low-cost, high-quality health care, but did you know it’s played a role in our #COVID19 response too?
WWE Community WWE are at the Health District today as part of their Community Champions Caravan in advance of this weekend’s SummerSlam event.
#NationalHealthCenterWeek: Community health centers are the ‘chemistry for strong communities' because they offer essential health services to everyone. Our Southern Nevada Community Health Center offers primary care, family planning, HIV/AIDS care, mental and behavioral health services, and more. Visit our website https://j.mp/3jwRiId Semana Nacional de los Centros de Salud: Los centros de salud, son la formula para comunidades fuertes, al ofrecer servicios esenciales. Nuestro Centro de Salud Comunitario del Sur de Nevada ofrece atención primaria planificación familiar, HIV/SIDA y más: https://j.mp/3jwRiId
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