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2020 Division of Public and Behavioral Health Press Releases

$20 Million in Victim Grants Available to Nevada Community Agencies; $1.1 million targeted at innovative projects
Census2020 job fair in Reno to be hosted by Division of Welfare and Supportive Services
Southern Nevada resident being tested for novel coronavirus
New Child Support Regulations in effect February 1st
Nevada cruise ship passengers being evaluated
State of Nevada 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Public Health Update
Correction to Carson City Health and Human Services Press Release on March 9, 2020
Nevada outlines conditions for safe and secure return of resident cruise ship passengers
Nevada updates COVID-19 case numbers
Community Meeting Identifies Resources Available to Washoe County Students and Families
Donating Blood is Safe and Needed at this Time
Nevada's public health labs testing for COVID-19
Stay Home for Nevada: What Nevadans Need to Know and Do
Essential services available from Nevada Health and Human Services
DPBH and Public Health Lab statement regarding State of Nevada policy for COVID-19 testing
Nevada Welfare Division extends benefits for existing clients
Nevada Welfare Division goes digital for COVID-19 response, emphasizes online interactions
Aging and Disability Services Division Nevada COVID-19 Aging Network rapid response announced
Nevada Welfare Division emphasizes online applications, sets up process for paper applications
ATTN Constituents: Nevada Welfare Division emphasizes online applications, sets up process for paper applications
Health care workforce grows as volunteers join Battle Born Medical Corps
Lab in Las Vegas issued cease and desist for operating without license
62 Nevada Community Agencies Awarded $20 Million in Victims of Crime Act Formula Grant Funding
Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers Available to Assist via Telehealth Services
Federal grant to support Nevada behavioral health announced
Child Welfare asks for public's help amid a drop in suspected child abuse and neglect reports
Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division receives federal funds to support Older Adults and People with Disabilities
Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division Receives Federal Funds to Support Older Adults and Peo(1)
Plan for dental providers offers guidance for procedures
Nevada 211 app announced
Warmline launched to support Nevada's health care workers
Say I Do for Nevada's Domestic Violence Service Providers
Nevada Health awarded crisis response grant
Certain Nevada Public Assistance Benefits Can Now Be Used Online
State Welfare offices reopen with restrictions, digital contact is still best
Nevada State Immunization Program receives federal funds to support influenza vaccination campaign
Medicaid offers new COVID-19 testing coverage for uninsured Nevadans
Interviews for SNAP to Remain Suspended
DCFS Incorporates “8 Can't Wait” Policies for Use of Force in Juvenile Justice Services
Free services and medications available to help Nevada smokers quit
State Agencies Partner to Promote National Preparedness Month in Nevada throughout September
One-Time Benefits to Replace Missed School Lunches to be Disbursed in Nevada
One-Time Funds to Replace Missed School Lunches Distributed in Nevada
Long Term Care Ombudsman Program increases access to residents during pandemic
Nevada Health Connection launched to streamline behavioral health referrals
Trust for America's Health Releases 2020 State of Obesity Report
Nevada's COVID-19 Vaccination Playbook for Statewide Operations submitted
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services Issues Statement in Response to U.S. HHS Letter
Recommendations Provided to Protect Children and Families Involved in Cases of Domestic Violence
Nevada Resilience Project Website Launched to Provide Resources, Information for Coping with COVID-19
Nevada medical providers have received $809M in federal relief funds
Nevada influenza vaccination data dashboard launched
Quest Diagnostics contract to support NDOC, Veterans COVID testing needs
Nevada 211 Youth app launched
Nevada Announces the Use of Exposure Notification Express
Nevada placed on “red alert” for risk of death from overdose
Suicide Prevention Virtual Town Hall Meeting