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Some Teachers Won’t Get Vaccinated, Even With a Mandate. What Should Schools Do About It?
As districts work to keep schools open for in-person learning and stem the spread of COVID-19, vaccination requirements for teachers and school staff are gaining traction.
CDC panel approves Pfizer boosters; some locals aren't waiting
So-called "breakthrough infections," Covid cases among the vaccinated do happen, but Southern Nevada Health District numbers indicate those infections are rare.KUER
When Misinformation Itself Is A Public Health Crisis
Some state and local governments in the West are cracking down on misinformation about COVID-19 and its treatments.Boise State Public Radio
When Misinformation Itself Is A Public Health Crisis
Some state and local governments in the West are cracking down on misinformation about COVID-19 and its treatments. The moves come as a growing number of hospitals are becoming overwhelmed with mostly unvaccinated patients.KUNR
Western Governments Crack Down On COVID Misinformation
Some state and local governments in the West are beginning to crack down on misinformation about COVID-19, as hospitals are overwhelmed with mostly unvaccinated patients.
UNLV's COVID-19 Contact Tracing Team named Program of the Year by Nevada Public Health Association
The group of students investigated tens of thousands of COVID cases in Southern Nevada, putting their classroom knowledge to the test helping real people.Wyoming Pubic Media
When Misinformation Itself Is A Public Health Crisis
Some state and local governments in the West are cracking down on misinformation about COVID-19 and its treatments. The moves come as a growing number of hospitals are becoming overwhelmed with mostly unvaccinated patients.
Easing travel restrictions means more money for Las Vegas businesses
There was big news Monday from the White House that will directly impact Las Vegas, the Entertainment Capital of the World.
Cast away selfishness and embrace humanity
In his Where I Stand column on Sunday, Brian Greenspun asks, “(Why) are so many people refusing to take the shot?” This question has had many of us perplexed.
Super Immune to COVID-19?
According to various scientific research groups, there are millions of people in the world who could be considered super immune to COVID-19. Adriana Arévalo spoke with an expert and tells us who they are.
Superimmunity and the importance of getting vaccinated
According to various scientific research groups, there are millions of people in the world who could be considered super immune to COVID-19.West Island Blog
NABSHOW Live Event in Las Vegas Postponed over COVID-19 Concerns
The National Association of Broadcaster (NAB) cancellation of its upcoming convection in Las Vegas is not a good sign for the recovery of Southern Nevada, points out tourism expert.
UNLV drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine, testing site to be closed Sunday
The drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine and testing site at UNLV's Stan Fulton building will be closed Sunday, Sept. 19 for a special event.
UNLV’s occupational therapists-in-training preparing to help people with myriad afflictions
The occupational therapists in training at UNLV will one day work with people recovering from strokes, injury — and COVID-19.
UNLV drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine, testing site to be closed Sunday
The drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine and testing site at UNLV's Stan Fulton building will be closed Sunday, Sept. 19 for a special event.
NAB pulls plug on Las Vegas show; other conventions still coming
The National Association of Broadcasters on Wednesday abruptly canceled its October convention in Las Vegas, a decision that disappointed Southern Nevada tourism leaders but is unlikely to snowball into more cancellations, according to analysts.
UNLV COVID testing, vaccination site to close September 19 due to special event
A popular valley vaccination site will be closed ahead of a special event in the area.