UNLV researchers: Omicron variant takes command in Southern Nevada
Analysis of valley’s wastewater shows that omicron dominates and also reveals the highest levels of the coronavirus to date. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/unlv-researchers-omicron-variant-takes-command-in-southern-nevada-2507397/
UNLV drive-through COVID-19 testing site shuts early as demand soars
The Las Vegas Valley’s lone mass COVID-19 testing site shut down early Sunday night after administering nearly 12 times the typical volume and reaching capacity. Original article:...
Clark County adds more than 8.1K new COVID cases over 3 days
Clark County on Monday reported more than 8,100 new cases of COVID-19 over the preceding three days as the omicron-fueled surge of the disease continued unabated. Original...
FDA allows Pfizer boosters for more teens as omicron surges
Boosters already are recommended for everyone 16 and older, and federal regulators on Monday decided they’re also warranted for 12- to 15-year-olds. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/fda-allows-pfizer-boosters-for-more-teens-as-omicron-surges-2506770/
Flights canceled, delayed at Las Vegas airport on New Year’s Day
Dozens of flights were either delayed or canceled on New Year’s Day at Harry Reid International Airport as the nation continues to grapple with an aviation industry...
Clark County reports most COVID cases in day since start of pandemic
The Southern Nevada Health District on Friday said it is reporting the highest number of COVID-19 cases in a single day since the beginning of the pandemic....
‘Twindemic’ ahead? Concern growing over possible flu, COVID confluence
Coinciding flu and COVID-19 surges could overwhelm hospital emergency rooms in the Las Vegas Valley and elsewhere, health officials say. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/clark-county/twindemic-ahead-concern-growing-over-possible-flu-covid-confluence-2504798/
Pill for treating COVID at home comes to Nevada, but in short supply
UMC infectious disease doctor hails the Pfizer pill’s authorization as “hands down, next to the vaccine, the most significant milestone in the pandemic.” Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/life/health/pill-for-treating-covid-at-home-comes-to-nevada-but-in-short-supply-2504788/
Near-record number of US children hospitalized with COVID
During the week of Dec. 21-27, an average of 334 children 17 and under were admitted per day to hospitals with the coronavirus, a 58 percent increase...
Clark County sees highest 1-day COVID case increase in nearly a year
Clark County on Wednesday reported 2,201 new coronavirus cases — the largest single-day increase in nearly a year. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/clark-county/clark-county-sees-highest-1-day-covid-case-increase-in-nearly-a-year-2504164/