Clark County at medium COVID-19 community level as cases continue to decline

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
August 5, 2022

LAS VEGAS – Clark County is now at a medium level for COVID-19, as local case rates continue to decline. COVID-19 is still circulating in the community, and the Southern Nevada Health District urges everyone to follow recommended guidelines to protect themselves and others, so this positive trend continues.

People who are at high risk for severe illness should talk to their health care provider about whether they need to wear masks and take additional precautions, and everyone should stay up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines and get tested if they have symptoms. People may choose to continue wearing masks in public indoor places, and people with symptoms or who test positive for COVID-19 should stay home and wear a well-fitting mask when around others.

“We appreciate everyone’s ongoing efforts to mitigate the impacts of COVID-19 on our community,” said Dr. Fermin Leguen, District Health Officer for the Southern Nevada Health District. “Each time someone gets vaccinated or wears a mask to protect themselves and those around them, their actions are helping limit the impact COVID-19 has on our community,” said Dr. Leguen.

COVID-19 vaccines are effective at preventing severe disease and hospitalizations and are available for everyone 6 months of age and older. The Health District offers the Moderna, Pfizer and newly authorized Novavax vaccines at its clinic sites. Location information is available at www.snhd.info/covid-vaccine. Additional information and resources are available at www.snhd.info/covid.

The Southern Nevada Health District serves as the local public health authority for Clark County, Boulder City, Henderson, Las Vegas, Mesquite and North Las Vegas. The agency safeguards the public health of the community’s residents and visitors through innovative programs, regulations, and initiatives focused on protecting and promoting their health and well-being. More information about the Health District, its programs, services, and the regulatory oversight it provides is available at www.SNHD.info. Follow the Health District on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.