FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
November 24, 2020

The Southern Nevada Health District will institute changes to operations in compliance with the recent directives announced Sunday by Governor Steve Sisolak. These changes will be in place for three weeks and will limit capacity at Health District public health centers.

Effective Wednesday, November 25, services will be available by appointment or unavailable for a three-week period, until Wednesday, December 16.

Clinical Services:

• Clinical services will continue to be available to clients by appointment only, including Family Planning Services, the Sexual Health Clinic, and the Southern Nevada Community Health Center. Clients are also encouraged to use telemedicine services during this time. Clinic information and appointments are available on the Clinics webpage or by calling (702) 759-1700.
• Immunization Clinic services will be available at 280 S. Decatur Blvd., East Las Vegas Public Health Center, 570 N. Nellis Blvd., Henderson Public Health Center, 220 E. Horizon Dr., and Mesquite Public Health Center, 830 Hafen Ln. by appointment only. To make an appointment, call (702) 759-0850.

Vital Records

• Birth and death certificates can be ordered online. In person pick-up is not available. Visit the Vital Records webpage for more information.

Food Handler Safety Training Cards

• Food Handler Safety Training Card services are not available. For updated information, visit the Food Handler Safety Training Card webpage.

Environmental Health

• Walk-in environmental health services are unavailable but will remain available via telephone and online.
• Subdivision Plan Review and Solid Waste Management plan review will be available in-person on Tuesdays, between 9 a.m. and noon.

As cases continue to increase, the Health District urges the public to take steps to protect themselves and others, including those most vulnerable to the impacts of COVID-19. This includes older adults and people who have chronic medical conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and lung disease.

Health District and community partner testing locations can be found on the calendar at www.snhd.info/covid-19-testing-sites. Locations that require appointments or that allow for pre-registration can be accessed at www.snhd.info/get-tested. People who are tested at a Health District location can access their results through its online portal at www.snhd.info/lab-results. Results are typically processed in 24 to 48 hours but may take longer due to high volumes of testing.

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.