Northern Nevada Public Health

5/6/2026 7:20:02 AM

Washoe County’s air quality report card shows wins and warnings as officials highlight what residents need to breathe easier this week.

Health Advisory Issued for Washoe County Due to Degraded Air QualityLocal officials have issued a formal air quality advisory for Washoe County as smoke from regional wildfires continues to drift into...

10/17/2025 7:19:09 PM

Track the Surge: See Which Respiratory Illnesses Are Spreading Now

Respiratory Illnesses Surge in Northern Nevada Community Healthcare providers in the region are reporting a significant uptick in cases of influenza, RSV, and COVID-19, marking an earlier and more ...

5/28/2025 1:12:40 AM

Protect Your Horses: Urgent West Nile Virus Vaccination Warning for Nevada Owners

Nevada Horse Owners: West Nile Virus Threatens Again—Is Your Herd Protected?Why Vaccination is Critical as West Nile Virus Cases RiseNevada officials are urging horse owners to prioritize vaccinations...

2/27/2025 3:00:00 PM

Unlocking Potential: Washoe County Puts Former Medical Examiner's Building Up for Sale!

Unveiling the Secrets of the Washoe County Medical Examiner's New Building Have you ever wondered what happens behind the closed doors of a medical examiner's office? The unveiling of the new Washoe ...

12/24/2024 6:00:00 PM

First Flu Fatality of 2024: What You Need to Know About the Health District's Alarming Report

Breaking News: The First Flu Death of 2024 Has Been Reported – What You Need to Know The health district has confirmed the first flu-related death of the year, sending ripples of concern throughout t...

10/24/2024 2:00:00 PM

Uncovering the Heat Crisis: How Rising Temperatures are Impacting the Health of Nevadans Like Never Before!

Record-Breaking Heat: The Scorching Reality of Summer 2023 in Nevada As the days grow shorter and cooler, it’s hard to forget the extreme heat that gripped Nevada this past summer. With record-breaki...

1/23/2026 8:05:50 PM

New Ambulance Deal Seals Faster Emergency Care for City

Washoe County Considers Crucial Ambulance Service OverhaulOfficials in Washoe County are currently weighing a significant decision on the future of emergency medical services. A key franchise agreemen...

5/29/2025 9:11:12 PM

Unhealthy ozone levels trigger urgent air quality warning—stay safe!

Reno-Sparks Air Quality Alert: What You Need to Know to Stay SafeReno-Sparks residents woke up to hazy skies as an air quality advisory was issued due to elevated pollution levels. Local health offici...

4/2/2025 3:10:12 PM

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Washoe County Schools Crack Down on Immunization Compliance – What Parents Need to KnowThe Washoe County School District (WCSD) is taking a firm stance on student immunizations, scheduling multiple cl...

1/15/2025 12:00:00 AM

Hope on the Horizon: Washoe County Sees First Drop in Fentanyl Deaths in 10 Years!

Breaking News: A Ray of Hope in the Fight Against Fentanyl in Washoe County In a remarkable turn of events, Washoe County has reported a significant decrease in fentanyl-related deaths for the first ...

12/21/2024 12:43:41 AM

Alert: Uncovering the Shigella Bacteria Outbreak That's Impacting Our Community!

Shocking Shigella Outbreak: What You Need to Know Now! In recent weeks, a concerning outbreak of Shigella bacteria has been reported in our region, prompting health officials to issue urgent warnings...

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5/19/2026 3:20:37 PM

Man hurls keg through window of Georgetown cupcake shop

Suspicious Keg Toss Shatters Morning Calm at Georgetown BakeryA heavily-loaded keg was hurled through the front window of a popular cupcake shop in Georgetown early Thursday morning, leaving investiga...

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5/19/2026 3:19:57 PM

Family of San Diego shooting victims demands answers after a 15-year-old, paroled for violent robbery, is among five suspects identified

San Diego Shooting Update: Victims, Suspect, and Investigated MotiveAuthorities in San Diego are continuing to piece together the events surrounding a deadly shooting incident that has left the commun...

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5/19/2026 3:19:37 PM

Feel summer fully with temps heating up in the mid-90s before a stormy rest of week rolls in.

D.C. Area Braces for a Weekend of Scorching Heat and Storm Threats The weather pattern shifting over the nation’s capital and surrounding suburbs signals a volatile mix of near-triple-digit temperatu...