2 additional COVID-19-related deaths, 23 new cases, 107 recoveries reported
CDC updates mask guidance for those who are fully vaccinated
May 13, 2021. Reno/Sparks, NV – The Regional Information Center is reporting two additional COVID-19-related deaths in Washoe County, marking 676 COVID-19-related deaths in Washoe County since March 2020. The deceased are a female in her 50s and a female in her 20s; both had an underlying health condition.
Additionally, we’re reporting 23 new COVID-19 cases and 107 recoveries. The reported COVID-19 case, recovery and death information can change retroactively based on updated information that we receive; therefore, sometimes the active case count will not equally reflect the change in cases/recoveries.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that fully vaccinated people can resume activities without wearing a mask or physically distancing, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance. Read more here.
If you haven’t received a COVID-19 vaccine, it’s easy to do. Those 12 years and older can schedule an appointment here. Appointments are not required to receive a COVID-19 vaccine as you can drive up to the location here; please note that registering for an appointment will take less time at check-in.
The Washoe County Health District will be at Greater Nevada Field tonight to offer the COVID-19 vaccine. The Pfizer and Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccines will be available. Read more.
- Total COVID-19 cases in Washoe County: 45,675 (+23 from 5/11)
- Deaths: 676 (+2)
- Recovered: 43,245 (+107)
- Active cases: 1,754 (-22)
- Hospitalized with COVID-19: 25 (-4 since 5/11)
- Positivity rate: 5%
- Vaccines administered in Washoe County: 371,537 (+2,158 from 5/12; 55.70% of Washoe County population 16+ have had vaccination initiated)
- Washoe County residents fully vaccinated: 169,563 (+1,741 from 5/12; 44.29% of Washoe County population 16+)
- Vaccine doses administered by Washoe County Health District: 155,293 (+229 from 5/12; 72,772 fully vaccinated)
Please note that COVID-19 case count, recovery and death information can change retroactively based on updated information that the Washoe County Health District receives. For example, if the Health District receives new positive test results or discovers that a case did not live in Washoe County, the number of cases, recoveries or deaths reported on a previous day can go up or down based on what was previously reported. See the COVID-19 Dashboard here.
*Hospitalization data is from Nevada Hospital Association.
*Washoe County COVID-19 Vaccine Data can be found on the State of Nevada dashboard, here.
*Vaccine data from the Washoe County Health District can be found here.
COVID-19 tests performed in Washoe County
- Total number of COVID-19 tests performed in Washoe County: 444,489 (+721 since 5/12)
Note: These figures are provided by the State of Nevada and can be found on the State Dashboard. COVID-19 tests may include non-Washoe County residents who were tested in Washoe County.
Hospital bed and ventilator information
According to the Nevada Hospital Association, in Washoe County:
- 64 percent of all licensed hospital beds are occupied (+6% since 5/11)
- 67 percent staffed hospital beds are occupied (+6%)
- 48 percent of all Intensive Care Unit beds are occupied (+6%)
NOTE: Numbers are for all hospital patients in Washoe County and not just COVID-19 patients.
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine approved for ages 12-15
The Food & Drug Administration announced that the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine can be given to individuals aged 12 years and older. Read more here. The Washoe County Health District is working with the State on plans to begin vaccinating adolescents aged 12-15 soon. More information will be distributed once details are finalized.
How to talk about COVID-19 vaccines with friends and family
It’s normal for people to have questions about COVID-19 vaccines. Friends and family members can help make sure they have accurate information to make an informed decision. The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention has some tips on how to talk to friends and family about COVID-19 vaccines. Learn more here.
Study: Second dose of COVID-19 vaccine is critical in preventing hospitalization for COVID-19
For residents who receive the Pfizer or Modern two-dose COVID-19 vaccine, it’s extremely important that you get the second dose. There are reports nationwide of people in the United States failing to get the second dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine. A recent CDC report showed that the second dose of a Pfizer or Moderna vaccine prevented 94% of hospitalizations for COVID-19 whereas one dose only prevented 64 percent of hospitalizations. Read more.
Need a COVID-19 test? It’s easy to sign up and it’s free
COVID-19 testing is still available at the Livestock Events Center and can be scheduled online here (en español aqui) or by calling 775-328-2427. It’s free and it does not matter if you have symptoms or not.
Sign up for the COVID Trace App
COVID Trace is a contact tracing mobile app developed by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services that uses a technology called the Exposure Notifications System from Google and Apple. The app exchanges anonymous information with other phones in your vicinity and can notify you if you’ve come in contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19.See more here.
The COVID-19 Regional Information Center is working together to deliver COVID-19 community updates in a unified manner. While press releases are only sent periodically for significant events, you can always get daily results on our website, https://covid19washoe.com/, our COVID-19 Dashboard or by following us on Twitter @COVID19Washoe. The entities include: City of Reno, City of Sparks, North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District, Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe, Regional Transportation Commission, REMSA, Reno Sparks Indian Colony, Reno Police Department, Reno Fire Department, Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District, University of Nevada, Reno, Washoe County, Washoe County Health District, Washoe County School District and Washoe County Sheriff’s Office. Also in the group are the area hospitals, Northern Nevada Medical Center, Renown Health and Saint Mary’s.