Snow and icy roads force closures at Reno-Sparks Indian Colony, with limited pharmacy hours.
Flu activity remains elevated while RSV cases continue to rise and COVID-19 activity remains low, in the latest weekly update.
Local health officials say they are concerned after the United States withdrew its membership from the World Health Organization.
While flu activity remains high in northern Nevada, hospitalizations are continuing to decline.
Washoe County’s flu activity remains high, despite recent declines. RSV activity is also increasing.
Northern Nevada Public Health says flu activity remains high.
Northern Nevada Public Health says flu and RSV cases have been increasing in recent weeks.
Nationally, the CDC estimates at least 4.6 million cases, 49,000 hospitalizations, and 1,900 deaths from flu so far this season.
An early analysis suggests current vaccines may still be somewhat effective against the new version of the flu.
Free flu shots, giveaways, and special guests await families at this weekend’s NNPH clinic.