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64 additional COVID-19 cases, 142 recoveries reported over the last 3 days

by | May 17, 2021 | Press Release

64 additional COVID-19 cases, 142 recoveries reported over the last 3 days

May 17, 2021. Reno/Sparks, NV – The Regional Information Center is reporting no COVID-19-related deaths, 64 additional COVID-19 cases and 142 recoveries in Washoe County over the last three days. The breakdown:

  • Saturday, May 15, 2021: 27 new cases, 39 recoveries
  • Sunday, May 16, 2021: 23 new cases, 48 recoveries
  • Monday, May 17, 2021: 14 new cases, 55 recoveries

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.

Mask guidance from CDC

Washoe County and the Local Authority plan will follow Governor Sisolak’s Directive 45 and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance regarding masks for vaccinated individuals.  Anyone who has not been vaccinated must still wear a mask as required by the CDC’s guidance for unvaccinated individuals and we encourage anyone who has not received a vaccine to do so as soon as possible. Additionally we ask our residents and visitors to respect businesses and other organizations that choose to require masks regardless of vaccination status at their establishments.

For businesses, we suggest looking at information sent out by the Department of Business and Industry regarding masks – see Frequently Asked Questions here.

Update on percentage of fully vaccinated numbers

Nevada’s COVID-19 vaccination dashboard has been updated to reflect vaccination of those 12 years and older instead of 16 years and older. That figure has been updated below. Learn more.

  • Total COVID-19 cases in Washoe County: 45,768 (+64 from 5/14)
  • Deaths: 676 (+0)
  • Recovered: 43,360 (+142)
  • Active cases: 1,732 (-31)
  • Hospitalized with COVID-19: 27 (+2 since 5/14)
  • Positivity rate: 4.8%
  • Vaccines administered in Washoe County: 386,703 (+8,990 from 5/14; 53.16% of Washoe County population 12+ have had vaccination initiated)
  • Washoe County residents fully vaccinated: 181,182 (+6,920 from 5/14; 44.34% of Washoe County population 12+)
  • Vaccine doses administered by Washoe County Health District: 159,125 (+2,365 from 5/14; 75,271 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: 448,112 (+2,419 since 5/14)

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:

  • 58 percent of all licensed hospital beds are occupied (-6% since 5/14)
  • 61 percent staffed hospital beds are occupied (-6%)
  • 40 percent of all Intensive Care Unit beds are occupied (-8%)

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. 

Se reportan 39 casos adicionales de COVID-19 y 63 recuperaciones

by | May 14, 2021 | En Español

Se reportan 39 casos adicionales de COVID-19 y 63 recuperaciones

Equipo de Manejo de Incidentes publica declaración con respecto a la guía de los CDC sobre tapabocas 

Mayo 14, 2021. Reno/Sparks, NV – El Centro Regional de Información reporta 39 casos adicionales de COVID-19 en el Condado de Washoe con 63 recuperaciones.  La información reportada sobre casos de COVID-19, recuperaciones, y muertes puede cambiar retroactivamente basada en la información actualizada que recibimos; por consiguiente, a veces la cuenta de casos activos no refleja los cambios en casos/recuperaciones equitativamente.

Si todavía no se vacuna contra COVID-19, es fácil de hacerlo.  Aquellos de 12 años o mayores pueden programar una cita aquí. No se requiere citas para vacunarse contra COVID-19 ya que puede llegar sin cita a esta localidad; favor de notar que programar una cita acortara el tiempo de registración.

Declaración del Equipo de Mitigación con respecto a la guía de los CDC sobre el uso tapabocas

El plan del Condado de Washoe y la Autoridad Local es seguir la Directriz 45 del gobernador Sisolak y la guía de los Centros de Control y Prevención de Enfermedades con respecto a los tapabocas para personas vacunadas.  Cualquier persona que no esté vacunada debe de seguir usando tapabocas como lo exige la guía de los CDC para individuos no vacunados además encomiamos a los que no se han vacunado a que lo hagan lo más pronto posible.

Además de otras limitaciones descritas en la Directriz 45 del gobernador y la guía de los CDC, a los niños menores de 12 años y a todo viajante, incluyendo aquellos que están vacunados, se les requiere que usen un tapabocas en los aviones, buses, trenes, y otros medios de transporte público y en terminales de transborde como los aeropuertos y estaciones.

Adicionalmente, pedimos a nuestros residentes y visitantes que respeten a los negocios y organizaciones que eligen por requerir tapabocas en sus establecimientos

  • Total en casos de COVID-19 en el Condado de Washoe: 45,712 (+39 desde 5/13)
  • Muertes: 676 (+0)
  • Recuperados: 43,273 (+63)
  • Casos activos: 1,763 (+9)
  • Hospitalizados con COVID-19: 25 (+0 desde 5/13)
  • Tasa de positividad: 4.8%
  • Vacunas administradas en el Condado de Washoe: 377,713 (+6,176 desde 5/13; 56.14% de la población en el Condado de Washoe de 16+ han iniciado su vacunación)
  • Residentes del Condado de Washoe totalmente vacunados: 174,262 (+4,699 desde 5/13; 45.52% de la población en el Condado de Washoe de 16+)
  • Vacunas administradas por el Distrito de Salud del Condado de Washoe: 156,760 (+1,467 desde 5/13; 73,564 totalmente vacunados)

Favor de notar que la cuenta de casos de COVID-19, información sobre recuperaciones y muertes puede cambiar retroactivamente basada en la información actualizada que el Distrito de Salud del Condado de Washoe recibe.  Por ejemplo, si el Distrito de Salud recibe nuevos resultados positivos de pruebas o descubre que un caso no residía en el Condado de Washoe, el número de casos, recuperaciones, o muertes reportado el día anterior puede subir o bajar basada en lo que se reportó previamente.  Vea el Boletín de COVID-19 aquí.

*Los datos de hospitalización vienen de la Asociación de Hospitales de Nevada.

*Los datos sobre la Vacuna contra COVID-19 puede encontrarse aquí en el  Boletín Estatal.

*Los datos sobre la vacuna en el Distrito de Salud del Condado de Washoe pueden encontrarse aquí.

 Pruebas de COVID-19 realizadas en el Condado de Washoe

  • Total en pruebas de COVID-19 realizadas en el Condado de Washoe: 445,693 (+1,204 desde 5/13)

Nota: Estas cifras son proporcionadas por el Estado de Nevada y se encuentran en el Boletín Estatal.  Las pruebas de COVID-19 podrían incluir residentes que no residen en el Condado de Washoe, pero recibieron una prueba en dicho Condado. 

Información sobre camas de hospital y ventiladores

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

  • 64 porciento de todas las camas con licencia están en uso (+0% desde 5/13)
  • 67 porciento de las camas con personal asignado están en uso (+0%)
  • 48 porciento de las camas de la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos están en uso (+0%)

NOTA: Estas cifras reflectas todos los pacientes de hospital en el Condado de Washoe y no solo los pacientes de COVID-19.

Se aprueba la vacuna contra COVID-19 Pfizer para las edades de 12-15

La Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos anunció que la vacuna contra COVID-19 Pfizer puede ser administrada a individuos de 12 años o mayores.  Lea más aquí. El Distrito de Salud del Condado de Washoe junto con el estado está planificando empezar a vacunar a adolescentes de 12-15.  Más información será distribuida una vez estén finalizados los detalles.

Como hablar con su familia sobre las vacunas contra COVID-19 con sus amigos y familia

Es normal tener preguntas sobre las vacunas contra COVID-19.  Amigos y familiares puede ayudar a tener información exacta para poder tomar una decisión informada.  Los Centros de Control y Prevención de Enfermedades tienen consejos sobre cómo hablar con sus amigos y familiares sobre la vacuna contra COVID-19.  Aprenda más aquí.

Investigación: La segunda dosis de la vacuna contra COVID-19 es esencial para prevenir hospitalización debido a COVID-19 

Para los residentes que se vacunen con la vacuna contra COVID-19 de dos dosis, Pfizer o Moderna, es extremadamente importante que reciban las segundas dosis.  Hay informes en todo el país de personas en los E.E.U.U. que rehúsan vacunarse con la segunda dosis de su vacuna contra COVID-19 de dos dosis. Un informe reciente de los CDC mostro que la segunda dosis de Pfizer o Moderna previno el 94% de las hospitalizaciones debido a COVID-19, donde una dosis solo previno el 64% de hospitalizaciones. Lea más.

¿Necesita una prueba de COVID-19? Es fácil inscribirse y es gratuito

Las pruebas de COVID-19 siguen disponibles en el Centro de Eventos Livestock y programarse en línea aquí o llamando al 775-328-2427. Es gratuito y no importa si tiene o no síntomas.

Inscríbase a la Aplicación de Rastreo de COVID-19

Rastreo de COVID es una aplicación de rastreo de contactos móvil desarrollada por el Departamento de Salud y Servicios Human de Nevada que usa una tecnología de Google y Apple llamada el Sistema de Notificaciones de Exposición.  La aplicación intercambia información anónima con otros teléfonos a su alrededor y puede notificarle si ha estado en contacto con alguien que ha dado positivo para COVID-19. Vea más aquí. 

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.

39 additional COVID-19 cases, 63 recoveries reported

by | May 14, 2021 | Press Release

39 additional COVID-19 cases, 63 recoveries reported

Incident Management Team releases statement regarding CDC mask guidance

May 14, 2021. Reno/Sparks, NV – The Regional Information Center is reporting 39 additional COVID-19 cases in Washoe County with 63 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.

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.

Incident Management Team statement regarding mask guidance from CDC

Washoe County and the Local Authority plan will follow Governor Sisolak’s Directive 45 and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance regarding masks for vaccinated individuals.  Anyone who has not been vaccinated must still wear a mask as required by the CDC’s guidance for unvaccinated individuals and we encourage anyone who has not received a vaccine to do so as soon as possible.

In addition to other limitations described in the Governor’s Directive 45 and the CDC’s guidance, children under 12 and all travelers, including those who are vaccinated are required to wear a mask on all planes, buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation and in transportation hubs such as airports and stations.

Additionally, we ask our residents and visitors to respect businesses and other organizations that choose to require masks at their establishments.

  • Total COVID-19 cases in Washoe County: 45,712 (+39 from 5/13)
  • Deaths: 676 (+0)
  • Recovered: 43,273 (+63)
  • Active cases: 1,763 (+9)
  • Hospitalized with COVID-19: 25 (+0 since 5/13)
  • Positivity rate: 4.8%
  • Vaccines administered in Washoe County: 377,713 (+6,176 from 5/13; 56.14% of Washoe County population 16+ have had vaccination initiated)
  • Washoe County residents fully vaccinated: 174,262 (+4,699 from 5/13; 45.52% of Washoe County population 16+)
  • Vaccine doses administered by Washoe County Health District: 156,760 (+1,467 from 5/13; 73,564 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: 445,693 (+1,204 since 5/13)

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 (+0% since 5/13)
  • 67 percent staffed hospital beds are occupied (+0%)
  • 48 percent of all Intensive Care Unit beds are occupied (+0%)

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. 

A partir de hoy la vacuna contra COVID-19 Pfizer está disponible a personas de 12 años o mayores

by | May 13, 2021 | En Español

A partir de hoy la vacuna contra COVID-19 Pfizer está disponible a personas de 12 años o mayores

Los menores deber ser acompañados por un padre o tutor para vacunarse

Mayo 13, 2021. Reno/Sparks, NV – La vacuna contra COVID-19 Pfizer está ahora disponible para aquellos de 12 años o mayores en el Condado de Washoe después de que la Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos (FDA), los Centros de Control y Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC), y el estado de Nevada aprobaran la ampliación de elegibilidad el miércoles.

A partir de hoy, aquellos de 12 años o mayores pueden recibir la vacuna contra COVID-19 Pfizer en el auto servicio del Punto de Dispensación del Centro de Eventos Livestock de Reno-Sparks.  Para pacientes de 12-17 años, un padre o tutor deber estar presente.

Programe una cita yendo a este enlace  o llamando al 775-328-2427. No se requiere cita, pero si se recomienda hacer cita para acelerar el proceso para vacunarse contra COVID-19.  Solo la vacuna contra COVID-19 Pfizer está aprobada para vacunar a los de 12-17 años.

“Recomendamos encarecidamente que los adolescentes de 12-17 años se vacunen contra COVID-19 con la vacuna Pfizer lo más pronto posible,” dijo Kevin Dick, Oficial del Distrito de Salud en el Condado de Washoe.  “Mientras que el riesgo de enfermedad es menor entre los jóvenes, el impacto de infección a largo plazo todavía no se entiende bien y ellos aún pueden transmitir el virus a otros.”

El Comité Asesor de Practicas de Inmunización (ACIP) de los CDC respaldó el uso de la vacuna contra COVID-19 Pfizer-BioNTech para aquellos de 12-15 años el miércoles, el cual fue adoptado por los CDC.  Los CDC, la FDA, y el Grupo Laboral de Revisión Científica de los Estados Occidentales ahora recomiendan que se utilice la vacuna contra COVID-19 Pfizer entre esta población. 

Según los CDC, aunque la mayoría de los niños con COVID-19 tienen síntomas leves o niguno, algunos pueden enfermarse gravemente y requerir hospitalización.  Ha habido casos raros y trágicos donde los menores han fallecido debido a COVID-19 y sus efectos, incluyendo el síndrome inflamatorio multisistémico en niños, o MIS-C.  

Se han reportado siete casos de MIS-C en el Condado de Washoe y todos han requerido hospitalización.

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. 

2 additional COVID-19-related deaths, 23 new cases, 107 recoveries reported

by | May 13, 2021 | Press Release

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.