3:16 Degrees of Soul, A Celebration of Words and Song commemorating National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day will happen at The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada on March 10, 2023, at 6 pm. The Center is located at 401 S. Maryland Parkway. Open to all communities, the free and empowering concert features acclaimed poet Vogue Robinson, award-winning poet and … [Read more...] about The Center Commemorates National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on March 10 with a Free Event Open to All Communities
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Gov. Sisolak to Join Caregivers, Seniors, People with Disabilities for “Home Care Voter Turnout” Event
Home care workers will outline their strategy of mobilizing thousands of Nevada women, seniors and people of color to vote, which will be decisive in this election On Wednesday, Oct. 12, Gov. Sisolak will join caregivers, seniors and people with disabilities for a “Home Care Voter Turnout” event. At the event, home care workers will outline their strategy of mobilizing … [Read more...] about Gov. Sisolak to Join Caregivers, Seniors, People with Disabilities for “Home Care Voter Turnout” Event
The Center Receives CDC Grant for HIV Prevention, Awareness & Support
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada a sizeable multi-year grant for HIV prevention, awareness and support. The Center will receive $441,625 in the first year with a potential value of $2.5M over a five-year term. According to the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of HIV/AIDS, Nevada ranks … [Read more...] about The Center Receives CDC Grant for HIV Prevention, Awareness & Support
Las Vegas Urban League WIC Offers Helpful Advice During April Air Quality Awareness Month
Improving indoor air quality and reducing exposure risks to outdoor allergens are the goals established by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Environmental Protection Agency this April in honor of Air Quality Awareness Month. Stale indoors air from being cooped up during the winter months and poorly ventilated heating systems may have increased your and … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Urban League WIC Offers Helpful Advice During April Air Quality Awareness Month
Las Vegas Urban League WIC: A Valuable Resource During March National Nutrition Month
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has designated March as National Nutrition Month, and there is no better source for educating young parents on the benefits of healthy eating habits than the Las Vegas Urban League WIC Program. The Academy’s message for 2021 is “Personalize Your Plate” by making half your plate fruits and vegetables. Breakfast should include lean … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Urban League WIC: A Valuable Resource During March National Nutrition Month
Eating Disorders on the Rise as COVID-19 Pandemic Enters Second Year
As the U.S. marks one year of the pandemic, along with tracking COVID-19 cases, health professionals have been closely eyeing another statistic: a rise in reported eating disorders. According to the National Eating Disorders Association, hotline calls related to eating disorders have gone up 70 to 80 percent in the last … [Read more...] about Eating Disorders on the Rise as COVID-19 Pandemic Enters Second Year