Thursday night, Gov. Steve Sisolak declared a State of Emergency in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

The Declaration at the state level will help facilitate Nye County in accessing some additional tools and flexibility to prevent, and then if necessary, mitigate and contain COVID-19.

As of this posting Friday morning, there are no reported cases of COVID-19 in Nye County.

 

The Governor also announced the creation of the new “Nevada Health Response” website, which was created in close coordination with the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, to provide up-to-date information, guidance, and news pertaining to COVID-19. You can access the website here: https://nvhealthresponse.nv.gov/
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Nye County also established a webpage earlier this week to share information related to COVID-19, including a link to the CDC and all press releases, and the Governor's Declaration.

 

http://nyecounty.net/1066/Coronavirus-COVID-19-Information

 

Please read the procedures below on seeking medical attention and protection:

 

The public can help the response:

 

 

• Do not go to the emergency department unless it is essential. Emergency departments need to be able to serve those with the most critical needs.
• If you have a mild cough, fever, or other respiratory symptoms, contact your doctor first.
• Practice everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses:
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Cover your cough and sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
• Stay home when you are sick.