Virus' Delta variant on rise in US

As residents of Los Angeles County enter their first week of being required to wear face masks because of rising numbers of coronavirus cases among unvaccinated people, new cases are increasing in all 50 states.

Southern Nevada Health District recommending masks in crowded indoor public places

As the COVID-19 case counts and the positivity rate continues to increase in our community, the Southern Nevada Health District is now recommending that both unvaccinated and vaccinated people wear masks in crowded indoor public places where they may have contact with others who are not fully vaccinated.

Anti-Vaxxers Could Be Helping Create Deadlier Versions of Covid

Refusing the shot creates a ticking time bomb for everybody.

How Delta is pushing the U.S. into a new phase of the Covid-19 pandemic

For the first year of the Covid-19 pandemic, hospitalizations and deaths followed infection patterns by a few weeks, as sure as night follows day.

First Edition: July 19, 2021

Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations.

COVID vaccine myths: Here’s what you should know

U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said Thursday that misinformation about the COVID-19 pandemic poses an “imminent and insidious threat to our nation’s health.”

Health District recommends masks for everyone in casinos, other crowded indoor spaces

With the number of COVID-19 cases rising, the Southern Nevada Health District is recommending vaccinated and unvaccinated people wear masks in crowded indoor spaces, including casinos and grocery stores.

A Doctor Explains Why You Shouldn't Worry Too Much About Vaccine-Related Paralysis

The Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine now comes with a warning on its label about an increased risk of nerve damage known as Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS).

A Doctor Explains Why You Shouldn't Worry Too Much About Vaccine-Related Paralysis

When about 13 million adults have received this vaccine, and we're just beginning to hear about this new potential side effect, it begs the question: Should you be worried?

Biden’s ‘Surge Response Teams’ Aim To Tackle COVID–19 Hotspots Across The West

Nevada is one of the nation's worst hotspots for COVID-19, with a high infection rate and low vaccination rate. That led to the governor requesting help from the Biden Administration's 'COVID surge response team,' a new program announced July 1.

FEMA COVID-19 surge teams undergo training in Las Vegas

The first FEMA COVID-19 surge response teams have arrived in Southern Nevada and members are being trained for their new mission, which will include door-to-door canvassing in an effort to increase vaccination rates.

Expert shares concern as COVID-19 numbers surge, L.A. County recommends halt of Nevada travel

After months of downward trends, COVID-19 is once again on the rise, as groups gather with fewer masks and vaccination rates remain below the national average.

What are your health rights during the pandemic?

In this video interview with David Orentlicher, a Professor of Health Law at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, we discuss questions about health rights and COVID vaccination.

HIPAA and COVID-19 Vaccine: What Are Your Health Rights?

A Professor of Health Law with UNLV helped us answer top questions about vaccination and the law.

Health Law Professor with UNLV Law on whether employers can demand COVID vaccine.

Do you have to show proof of vaccination?

HIPAA and COVID-19 Vaccine: What Are Your Health Rights?

In this video, a Professor of Law with UNLV explains the health law, your health rights, and how they are impacted by the pandemic.

HIPAA and COVID-19 Vaccine: What Are Your Health Rights?

In this video interview with David Orentlicher, a Professor of Health Law at University of Nevada, Las Vegas, we discuss questions about health rights and COVID vaccination.

Mask up indoors in Los Angeles and Las Vegas – even if you're vaccinated, officials say

Health officials from popular tourist destinations like Los Angeles and Las Vegas are asking more people to mask up indoors.