Las Vegas sisters both battle breast cancer
Flor Gomez, 48, and Ema Gomez, 55, were diagnosed one year apart with two different types of breast cancers. Today, both are cancer-free. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/life/health/las-vegas-sisters-both-battle-breast-cancer-2458789/
Warning issued by FDA for widely used blood-pressure drug
More than 34 million Americans take blood pressure medication every day, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/life/health/warning-issued-by-fda-for-widely-used-blood-pressure-drug-3593798/
Toxic bacteria detected in water in Zion National Park
Cyanobacteria, more commonly known as “blue green algae,” was detected in the park, and its cyanotoxins can cause harm to humans and animals if touched or ingested....
New guidance emerges for COVID-19 booster shots
Federal officials now say that everyone over 50 should get a second booster. But one critic calls this “booster mania.” Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/life/health/new-guidance-emerges-for-covid-19-booster-shots-2610984/
How would a chestnut tree fare in Las Vegas’ desert climate?
Are there any chestnut trees that can grow well in our hot climate and produce edible chestnuts? What kind of upkeep would it require? Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-columns/bob-morris/how-would-a-chestnut-tree-fare-in-las-vegas-desert-climate-3213143/
COVID cases among TSA employees spike at McCarran
At Las Vegas’ McCarran International Airport cases have increased 18 percent between July 2 and Tuesday, jumping from 197 positive cases to 233, according to TSA daily...
Highly pathogenic strain of bird flu now detected in Nevada
The current strain of bird flu has been circulating throughout the nation since late 2021 and was detected for the first time in Nevada in early July....
State moves to take control of insurer amid financial inconsistencies
Nevada has filed a motion to take over the operations of medical insurer Friday Health Plans, which could result in over 2,800 Nevadans needing to find a...
Grant initiative supports purchasing 50 ultrasound devices in Nevada
A $4.2 million contribution by the Helmsley Charitable Trust intends to support diagnostic capabilities at rural and urban healthcare providers across Nevada. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/life/health/grant-initiative-supports-purchasing-50-ultrasound-devices-in-nevada-2581116/
Renewed attempts to create state lottery underway in legislature
Assemblyman Cameron “C.H.” Miller ‘s proposed constitutional amendment would allow Nevada to establish a lottery system, the revenue of which would go toward youth mental health programs...
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