Posted: 9 hours ago
Some members of our team attended the 2025 Nevada Public Health Association (NPHA) conference this week! We learned about research, programs and projects happening throughout the state. We are excited to apply some of this new knowledge in the work we do with our community.
We are thrilled that a member of our team, Liliana, had the opportunity to present on the work we do to communicate to Spanish speaking adults, and even won an award for her presentation! ... See MoreSee Less
Posted: 9 hours ago
Our partners at NOMHE are hosting the National Health Care Decisions Day: Planning for Your Future event on Wednesday April 16, 10AM - 1PM at the United Way of Southern Nevada (5830 W Flamingo). This event will empower parents, caregivers, and seniors to learn how to communicate medial wishes to doctors, define healthcare preferences and much more!
To register, visit https://forms.office.com/g/m79hDJUAjT ... See MoreSee Less
Posted: 3 days ago
We are proud to sponsor "A Healthier Tomorrow", a live radio show on POWER 88 that focuses on different health topics every second Wednesday of the month at 11:00 AM. On tomorrow’s show, hostsWill Rucker and Ciara Owens will discuss Healthy Homes Month and the importance of reducing secondhand smoke in the home. Listen on KCEP 88.1 FM or other streaming platforms! ... See MoreSee Less
Posted: 4 days ago
It’s National Public Health Week! This week is dedicated to recognizing public health contributions and highlighting areas that are important to improve our community’s health! Public Health involves a variety of activities including healthcare, building safe environments, health education, and policy changes. These are defined in the 10 essential public health services. We are grateful that we get to work in public health, and we are inspired by the work that our community partners do every day! #NPHW ... See MoreSee Less
Posted: 1 week ago
Today is National Walking day! Not only is walking a simple way to be active, but it also helps with reducing stress, improve your mood and sleep and lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease. We hope you can enjoy a nice walk in this beautiful spring weather! ... See MoreSee Less
Posted: 1 week ago
April is National Minority Health Month! This annual observance is intended to raise awareness, promote equity, and work towards better health outcomes for all communities. We value the work that we do alongside our community partners to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes!
To learn more about programs that our team develops with community partners, visit our website https://gethealthyclarkcounty.org ... See MoreSee Less
Posted: 2 weeks ago
MyPlate was launched in 2011 to create a simple visual that represents what and how much to eat from each of the food groups throughout the day.
• Half of your plate should be fruits and vegetables
• A quarter should be protein
• A quarter should be grains
• Select dairy that include low-fat or fat-free options
To learn more nutrition basics, check out the nutrition page of our website! https://gethealthyclarkcounty.org/eat-better/… ... See MoreSee Less
Posted: 2 weeks ago
Sign up for the next free Diabetes Self-management class! This is an online class that will be held on April 3, 10, & 17 from 9:00AM – 11:00AM. It is a 3-part class and participants must attend all sessions. To sign up, fill out the online form at gethealthyclarkcounty.org/myd or call us at (702) 759-1270. Once you are registered, our team will email you a link to TEAMS to participate ... See MoreSee Less
Posted: 3 weeks ago
The next Pop-Up Produce Stand is on April 1st at the Bonneville Transit Center from 11AM - 2PM, or until supplies last. Come shop for a variety of fruits and vegetables. We are grateful to for Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada and Prevail Special Events for their continued partnership. ... See MoreSee Less
Posted: 4 weeks ago
Tobacco products, in any form, are unsafe. This is especially true for young people. Tobacco products contain nicotine, which is highly addictive and can harm the developing body. Don't rely on luck to stay healthy this St. Patrick's Day. Avoid flavored-tobacco products and keep your health golden! For more information, visit https://www.attractingaddictionnv.com/ ... See MoreSee Less