Las Vegas health

Las Vegas Faces Public Health Crisis from Heat-Related Deaths

News Summary Las Vegas is experiencing a public health crisis with heat-related deaths, particularly impacting seniors with dementia. The surge…

2 weeks ago

Local Woman Sues Clinic Over Alleged Sexual Assault

News Summary A Las Vegas woman has filed a lawsuit against Oasis Medical Services, alleging sexual assault by an employee…

3 weeks ago

Las Vegas Residents Face Unhealthy Air Quality Due to Wildfires

News Summary Las Vegas is experiencing unhealthy air quality, worsened by smoke from the Gothic Fire burning in Nye County.…

3 weeks ago

Federal Officials Consider New Heat Safety Regulations for Outdoor Workers

News Summary Federal officials are examining new regulations proposed by OSHA to enhance outdoor worker safety amidst extreme heat. These…

3 weeks ago

Las Vegas Valley Faces Extreme Heat Advisory

News Summary An extreme heat advisory has been issued for the Las Vegas Valley with temperatures expected to exceed 110…

3 weeks ago

Las Vegas Valley Faces Extreme Heat Conditions

News Summary The Las Vegas Valley is currently enduring high temperatures around 110 degrees Fahrenheit, with concerns rising for pets…

3 weeks ago

Urban Trees in Las Vegas: Limited Cooling Benefits

News Summary A recent study from the Desert Research Institute reveals that urban trees in Las Vegas may not deliver…

3 weeks ago

Nevada Enacts Licensure for Genetic Counselors

News Summary Nevada lawmakers have passed Senate Bill 189, which establishes licensure requirements for genetic counselors. This law aims to…

4 weeks ago

Nevada Legislature Urges Federal Government to Maintain Nuclear Testing Moratorium

News Summary The Nevada state Legislature has passed Assembly Joint Resolution 13, urging the federal government to uphold the moratorium…

4 weeks ago

Las Vegas Issues Smoke Advisory for Fourth of July

News Summary The Clark County Division of Air Quality has issued a smoke advisory ahead of the Fourth of July,…

4 weeks ago