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One COVID-19-Related Death, 333 New COVID-19 Cases Reported

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Press Release

One COVID-19-Related Death, 333 new COVID-19 cases reported

Health District Hotline:
775.328.2427

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Nov. 5, 2020. Reno/Sparks, NV – The Regional Information Center is reporting one COVID-19-related death in Washoe County and 333 additional COVID-19 cases.

The deceased is a male in his 40s and it’s unknown if there were underlying health conditions. There have been 204 COVID-19-related deaths in Washoe County.

Additionally, the 333 new COVID-19 cases reported today are the third most reported in one day. The seven-day moving average for new COVID-19 cases per day is at 211.5, a new record (previous high was 199.4, set yesterday).

As a reminder, starting tonight at 11:59 p.m. public gatherings in Washoe County can include no more than 50 people or 50 percent capacity (whichever is fewer), per an order from the Nevada COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force last week. Private gatherings must remain at 10 or fewer indoors and 25 or fewer outdoors.

  • Total COVID-19 cases in Washoe County: 14,819 (+333 from 11/4)
  • Deaths: 204 (+1)
  • Recovered: 11,769 (+169)
  • Active cases: 2,846 (+163)
  • Currently hospitalized: 80 (+1)
  • Cases who have discharged from hospital: 923 (+26)

COVID-19 tests performed in Washoe County

  • Total number of COVID-19 tests performed in Washoe County as of November 5: 187,290 (+2,217 since 11/4)

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 as of November 5:

  • 86 percent staffed hospital beds are occupied (-2% since 11/4)
  • 71 percent of all licensed hospital beds are occupied (-2%)
  • 55 percent of all Intensive Care Unit beds are occupied (-5%)
  • 20 percent of all ventilators are in use (-1%)

NOTE: Numbers are for all hospital patients in Washoe County and not just COVID-19 patients.

Download the COVID Trace app, and help stop COVID-19

Washoe County health officials are strongly recommending that residents download the COVID Trace, an easy-to-use app that helps fight COVID-19 in Washoe County and Nevada, without compromising your privacy. Learn 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. 

Actualización Del Centro De Información – 4 De Noviembre

by | Nov 4, 2020 | En Español

Actualización Del Centro De Información – 4 De Noviembre

Se reportan dos muertes relacionadas con COVID-19, un récord de 377 casos nuevos de COVID-19

Health District Hotline:
775.328.2427

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Reno/Sparks, NV – El Centro Regional de Información reporta dos muertes relacionadas con COVID-19-y un récord de 377 casos nuevos adicionales en el Condado de Washoe. 

Los fallecidos son un hombre en sus 70s y un hombre en sus 90s, ambos con afecciones subyacentes.  Ha habido 203 muertes relacionadas con COVID-19 en el Condado de Washoe.

Los 377 casos adicionales reportados hoy son lo más registrado desde que se reportó 350 el 23 de octubre.  Hubo 142 recuperaciones reportadas hoy.  Los convivios privados con personas que no viven en el hogar continúan siendo la actividad más comúnmente reportada durante las investigaciones de enfermedades.

  • Total en casos de COVID-19 en el Condado de Washoe: 14,486 (+377 desde 11/3)
  • Muertes: 203 (+2)
  • Recuperados: 11,600 (+142)
  • Casos activos: 2,683 (+233)
  • Actualmente hospitalizados: 79 (-2)
  • Casos dados de alta del hospital: 897 (+4)

Pruebas de COVID-19 realizadas en el Condado de Washoe 

  • Total en pruebas de COVID-19 realizadas en el Condado de Washoe desde el 4 de noviembre: 185,073 (+1,266 desde 11/3)

Nota: Estas cifras han sido proporcionados por el Estado de Nevada y se pueden encontrar en Boletín Estatal.  Las pruebas de COVID-19 podrían incluir residentes que no residen en el Condado de Washoe, pero se les ha realizado una prueba en dicho Condado. En caso de que disminuyan las pruebas, la causa probable es una limpieza de datos y eliminación de duplicaciones involuntarias.

Información sobre camas de hospital y ventiladores

Según la Asociación de Hospitales de Nevada, en el Condado de Washoe desde el 4 de noviembre:

  • 88 porciento de las camas con personal están en uso (+7% desde 11/3)
  • 73 porciento de todas las camas con licencia están en uso (+6%)
  • 60 porciento de las camas de la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos están en uso (+14%)
  • 21 porciento de los ventiladores están en uso (+4%)

NOTA: Estas cifras reflejan todos los pacientes hospitalizados del Condado de Washoe no se limita a pacientes de COVID-19.

El Centro Regional de Información de COVID-19 está trabajando para entregar actualizaciones a la comunidad sobre COVID-19 de manera unificada. Mientras que los publicados son enviados periódicamente para eventos significativos, siempre se pueden ver los resultados diarios en nuestro sitio, https://covid19washoe.com/, nuestro Boletín de COVID-19, y en Twitter @COVID19Washoe. Las agencias incluyen: Ciudad de Reno, Ciudad de Sparks, Distrito de Protección contra Incendios de North Lake Tahoe, Tribu Pyramid Lake Paiute, Comisión de Transporte Regional, REMSA, Colonia de Indios de Reno Sparks, Departamento de Policía de Reno, Departamento de Bomberos de Reno, Distrito de Protección contra Incendios de Truckee Meadows, Universidad de Nevada, Reno, el Condado de Washoe, el Distrito de Salud del Condado de Washoe, el Distrito Escolar del Condado de Washoe y la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Washoe. También en el grupo están los hospitales del área, el Centro Médico del Norte de Nevada, Renown Health y Saint Mary’s.

Regional Information Center Update – Nov. 4

by | Nov 4, 2020 | Press Release

Regional Information Center Update – Nov. 4

Two COVID-19-related deaths, a record 377 new COVID-19 cases reported

Health District Hotline:
775.328.2427

Follow us on Twitter:
Twitter.com/covid19washoe

Reno/Sparks, NV – The Regional Information Center is reporting two COVID-19-related deaths and a record 377 additional COVID-19 cases in Washoe County.

The deceased are a male in his 70s and a male in his 90s; both had underlying health conditions. There have been 203 COVID-19-related deaths in Washoe County.

The 377 additional cases reported today is the most since 350 cases were reported on Oct. 23. There were 142 recoveries reported today. Private gatherings with non-household contacts continue to be the common activity reported in disease investigations.

  • Total COVID-19 cases in Washoe County: 14,486 (+377 from 11/3)
  • Deaths: 203 (+2)
  • Recovered: 11,600 (+142)
  • Active cases: 2,683 (+233)
  • Currently hospitalized: 79 (-2)
  • Cases who have discharged from hospital: 897 (+4)

COVID-19 tests performed in Washoe County

  • Total number of COVID-19 tests performed in Washoe County as of November 4: 185,073 (+1,266 since 11/3)

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 as of Nov. 4:

  • 88 percent staffed hospital beds are occupied (+7% since 11/3)
  • 73 percent of all licensed hospital beds are occupied (+6%)
  • 60 percent of all Intensive Care Unit beds are occupied (+14%)
  • 21 percent of all ventilators are in use (+4%)

NOTE: Numbers are for all hospital patients in Washoe County and not just COVID-19 patients.

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. 

Actualización Del Centro De Información – 3 De Noviembre

by | Nov 3, 2020 | En Español

Actualización Del Centro De Información – 3 De Noviembre

Se reportan 249 casos nuevos de COVID-19 y 102 recuperaciones 

Health District Hotline:
775.328.2427

Follow us on Twitter:
Twitter.com/covid19washoe

Reno/Sparks, NV – El Centro Regional de Información reporta 249 casos adicionales de COVID-19 en el Condado de Washoe con 102 recuperaciones.  

El promedio móvil de siete días para nuevos casos por día está en 187.4, el segundo punto más alto registrado (el más alto fue de 197.7 el 29 de octubre). 

Con las elecciones generales tomando lugar hoy, se recuerda a los residentes que usen su tapabocas a los lugares de votación y asegurarse de mantener al menos 6 pies de distancia mientras estén en fila.    

  • Total en casos de COVID-19 en el Condado de Washoe: 14,109 (+249 desde 11/2) 
  • Muerte: 201 (+0) 
  • Recuperados: 11,458 (+102) 
  • Casos activos: 2,450 (+147) 
  • Actualmente hospitalizados: 81 (+0) 
  • Casos dados de alta del hospital: 893 (+4)   

Pruebas de COVID-19 realizadas en el Condado de Washoe 

  • Total en pruebas de COVID-19 realizadas en el Condado de Washoe desde el 3 de noviembre: 183,807 (+1,159 desde 11/2) 

Nota: Estas cifras han sido proporcionadas por el Estado de Nevada y se pueden encontrar en Boletín Estatal.  Las pruebas de COVID-19 podrían incluir residentes que n residen en el Condado de Washoe, pero se les ha realizado una prueba en dicho Condado.  

Información sobre camas de hospital y ventiladores 
Según la  Asociación de Hospitales de Nevada, en el Condado de Washoe desde el 3 de noviembre: 

  • 81 porciento de las camas de hospital con personal están en uso (+2% desde 11/2) 
  • 67 porciento de camas de hospital con licencia están en uso (+2%) 
  • 46 porciento de las camas de la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos están en uso (-9%) 
  • 17 porciento de los ventiladores están en uso (-5%) 

NOTE: Estas cifras reflejan todos los pacientes hospitalizados del Condado de Washoe no se limita a pacientes de COVID-19. 

El Centro Regional de Información de COVID-19 está trabajando para entregar actualizaciones a la comunidad sobre COVID-19 de manera unificada. Mientras que los publicados son enviados periódicamente para eventos significativos, siempre se pueden ver los resultados diarios en nuestro sitio, https://covid19washoe.com/, nuestro Boletín de COVID-19, y en Twitter @COVID19Washoe. Las agencias incluyen: Ciudad de Reno, Ciudad de Sparks, Distrito de Protección contra Incendios de North Lake Tahoe, Tribu Pyramid Lake Paiute, Comisión de Transporte Regional, REMSA, Colonia de Indios de Reno Sparks, Departamento de Policía de Reno, Departamento de Bomberos de Reno, Distrito de Protección contra Incendios de Truckee Meadows, Universidad de Nevada, Reno, el Condado de Washoe, el Distrito de Salud del Condado de Washoe, el Distrito Escolar del Condado de Washoe y la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Washoe. También en el grupo están los hospitales del área, el Centro Médico del Norte de Nevada, Renown Health y Saint Mary’s. 

Regional Information Center Update – Nov. 3

by | Nov 3, 2020 | Press Release

Regional Information Center Update – Nov. 3

249 new COVID-19 cases, 102 recoveries reported

Health District Hotline:
775.328.2427

Follow us on Twitter:
Twitter.com/covid19washoe

Reno/Sparks, NV – The Regional Information Center is reporting 249 additional COVID-19 cases in Washoe County with 102 recoveries.

The seven-day moving average for new cases per day is at 187.4, the second highest point on record (Highest was 197.7 on Oct. 29).

With the general election taking place today, a reminder to residents to wear a mask to the polls and ensure social distancing of at least 6 feet while in line.

  • Total COVID-19 cases in Washoe County: 14,109 (+249 from 11/2)
  • Deaths: 201 (+0)
  • Recovered: 11,458 (+102)
  • Active cases: 2,450 (+147)
  • Currently hospitalized: 81 (+0)
  • Cases who have discharged from hospital: 893 (+4)

COVID-19 tests performed in Washoe County

  • Total number of COVID-19 tests performed in Washoe County as of November 3: 183,807 (+1,159 since 11/2)

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 as of Nov. 3:

  • 81 percent staffed hospital beds are occupied (+2% since 11/2)
  • 67 percent of all licensed hospital beds are occupied (+2%)
  • 46 percent of all Intensive Care Unit beds are occupied (-9%)
  • 17 percent of all ventilators are in use (-5%)

NOTE: Numbers are for all hospital patients in Washoe County and not just COVID-19 patients.

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.