NV: Health
Thursday, March 28, 2024
NV senator pushes to protect access to abortion pill
New research shows more than six in 10 abortions in the U.S. last year were medically induced, and U.S. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto - D-NV - is …
NV leaders discuss future of IVF, abortion in the Silver State
State Rep. Susie Lee - D-Las Vegas - said she wants women in Nevada and across the country to wake up, as she contends far-right extremists are …
Líderes de NV discuten futuro de la Fecundación In Vitro
La representante Susie Lee quiere que las mujeres en Nevada y en todo el país despierten, ya que sostiene que los extremistas de extrema derecha …
NV cardiology expert shares tips for better heart health
It may be the last week of American Heart Month, but one Nevada cardiovascular expert said it isn't too late to prioritize heart health. Richard …
Dentist shortage prompts advice for NV parents about kids' teeth
According to the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, all 17 counties across the state don't have enough health-care professionals…
NV legal, medical experts discuss medical aid in dying
Legal and medical experts from the University of Nevada Las Vegas are discussing the implications of medical aid in dying. Medical aid in dying is …
Medical expert: Voting crucial to improving health-care system
Voting is not only good for democracy - it's also good for your health, according to one of the nation's largest medical associations. The American …
How to handle challenging conversations this holiday season
In today's politically polarized world, holiday office parties and family gatherings can lead to increased tensions, arguments and even long-term …
For World AIDS Day, one mother shares her son's legacy
Today is World AIDS Day, a movement to unite people and communities in the fight against HIV and AIDS. According to AIDSVu, in 2021, more than 11,00…
NV community leaders call for stop on proposed menthol cigarette ban
Some community leaders in Nevada want the Biden administration to reconsider a proposed ban on menthol cigarettes. The Food and Drug Administration …
Report: NV Ranks 40th for the health and well-being of women and children
A new report ranked Nevada 40th in the nation for the overall health and well-being of women of reproductive age and children. Like all states…
National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day calls for testing, prevention
Today is National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, and Nevada is one of the 10 states with the highest HIV infection rates. In 2021, more than 11,00…