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13 additional cases of B.1.1.7 variant of COVID-19 confirmed in Washoe County
Reno, NV, USA, March 17, 2021
The Washoe County Health District (WCHD) is announcing 13 additional cases of the COVID-19 variant B.1.1.7 in Washoe County, increasing the total cases of the variant to 14. The variant[...]
Health District honors staff, community partners and volunteers in COVID-19 response
Reno, NV, USA, March 6, 2021
Health District honors staff, community partners and volunteers in COVID-19 response
Weekly COVID-19 Vaccine Community Newsletter – March 4, 2021
March 4, 2021
The Regional Information Center is providing a COVID-19 vaccine community newsletter in Washoe County to help educate residents on the mass vaccination effort by the COVID-19 Response Team[...]
South African variant of COVID-19 confirmed in Washoe County
Reno, NV, USA, February 18, 2021
South African variant of COVID-19 confirmed in Washoe County
Updated State COVID-19 mitigation measures go into effect Feb. 15
Reno, NV, USA, February 12, 2021
Public gatherings and some capacity limits can increase starting on Monday
Weekly COVID-19 Vaccine Community Newsletter – Feb. 12, 2021
Reno, NV, USA, February 12, 2021
More COVID-19 vaccine options for seniors announced
Weekly COVID-19 Vaccine Community Newsletter – Feb. 5, 2021
Reno, NV, USA, February 6, 2021
Help a senior you know with COVID-19 vaccine information
Weekly COVID-19 Vaccine Community Newsletter – Jan. 29, 2021
Reno, NV, USA, January 30, 2021
Update on COVID-19 vaccine, more vaccine opportunities for seniors & the vaccine thaw process
BJ’s Nevada Barbeque Company, Gold N’ Silver receive awards from Health District
Reno, NV, USA, January 28, 2021
BJ’s Barbeque wins Excellence in Food Safety, Gold N’ Silver first gaming establishment to go smoke-free
First flu-associated death reported in Washoe County
Reno, NV, USA, January 28, 2021
It’s not too late to get a flu shot
Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) kickoff set for Thursday, Jan. 28
Reno, NV, USA, January 27, 2021
Three additional MIS-C cases reported in Washoe County
Reno, NV, USA, January 27, 2021
The cases were hospitalized but have since recovered
COVID-19 vaccines update in Washoe County: Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021
Reno, NV, USA, January 20, 2021
More COVID-19 vaccine options available for seniors
1,800 seniors selected to receive COVID-19 vaccine this week from Health District
Reno, NV, USA, January 17, 2021
Those 70 years & older who signed up asked to check their email
Seniors 65 and older asked to sign up for waiting list to receive COVID-19 vaccine
Reno, NV, USA, January 15, 2021
Vaccine appointments for seniors to start next week
Sign up for COVID and vaccine updates
Reno, NV, USA, January 11, 2021
Subscribe to regional updates and news on the rollout of the COVID vaccine.
Washoe County resident dies of hantavirus
Reno, NV, USA, December 9, 2020
Third hantavirus death in Washoe County since 2019
Health District looking for applicants for new Excellence in Food Safety Awards
Reno, NV, USA, December 3, 2020
Winners will get public recognition; deadline to apply is Dec. 31
Washoe County District Health Officer Does Not Recommend Reopening WCSD Schools
Reno, NV, USA, July 23, 2020
Students, teachers at high risk for COVID-19; distance learning preferred
Local Nevada Public Health Authorities encourage businesses to implement tobacco-free polices
Reno, NV, USA, July 10, 2020
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW for free resources
Health District-University of Nevada, Reno COVID-19 Antibody Study Results Released
July 8, 2020
Study estimates indicate the number of COVID-19 infections is higher than reported, Percentage of COVID-19-related deaths is lower than what’s reported.
About Washoe County
Washoe County is dedicated to quality public service, effective communication and integrity, by enhancing the abundant quality of life in northern Nevada. Washoe County is home to over 6,600 sprawling square miles, bordering both California and Oregon with nearly half a million residents who call our region “home”.
Washoe County is governed by five elected County Commissioners overseeing 24 departments and managed by the county’s top executive, the Washoe County Manager. Washoe County’s recreation and outdoors experiences are second to none with 49 beautiful parks, 161 miles of trails, and more than 10,000 acres of open space.
In addition, Washoe County is a proud economic driver in the region with over 2,700+ employees who serve the public on a daily basis. Washoe County is also a proud supporter of key community sponsorships that continue to bring millions of visitors to northern Nevada. Most notably, the PGA Barracuda Championship, ArTown, Hot August Nights, and the Great Reno Balloon Race, the largest free hot air ballooning race in the world.
We invite you to explore this and more, at www.washoecounty.us, or following us on our Facebook, Twitter or YouTube channels.
