Press Releases

July 22, 2008 - 2008 Western Regional Preparedness Conference

Las Vegas, NV- The Area Health Education Center of Southern Nevada is proud to sponsor the 2008 Western Regional Preparedness Conference (WRPC), July 15th-18th, at the Renaissance Hotel. This conference focuses on bringing together regional and national experts in Emergency Preparedness ... Read Full Release

May 5, 2008 - AHECSN - Special Event

Las Vegas NV- Area Health Education Center (AHEC) of Southern Nevada established in 1989, has become Southern Nevada's primary source of education, support and information resources regarding healthcare professions and consumers in urban under-served, rural and frontier communities ... Read Full Release

April 2, 2008 - April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

Las Vegas NV- April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to renew the commitment of all adults and communities to ensure the well being of Nevada's children now and throughout the year. Pinwheels for Prevention sponsored by Prevent ... Read Full Release

February 29, 2008 - Ricin Poisoning in Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas, NV- In a local area hospital a man is in critical condition from Ricin poisoning, vials found in his hotel room confirm the rare poison. The Las Vegas Police Department is not considering this an act of terrorism but continue to follow-up on leads as they develop. Read Full Release

February 28, 2008 - Hepatitis C Can Be Prevented

Las Vegas, NV- With the recent health scare of Hepatitis C for many local area residents, the need for accurate and immediate training is apparent. Hepatitis C is a chronic, potentially fatal virus that can cause liver aliments, including cancer and liver failure. Read Full Release

February 27, 2008 - HIV Testing in Nevada's Hospitals

Las Vegas, NV- Area Health Education Center of Southern Nevada (AHEC) in partnership with the University of Nevada School of Medicine is conducting a 2 hour course on improving and implementing the newly passed, HIV legislation (Bill Draft 266) for all Nevada's hospitals. Read Full Release

January 30, 2008 - PCA Statewide Press Release

Child Abuse and Neglect Cost Nation over $100 Billion per year; Most Federal Child Welfare Funds Unavailable for Prevention Services and Programs   Read Full Release

December 12, 2007 - Holiday Season: Advice for Parents

Las Vegas, NV- The holiday season is almost upon us which brings a host of additional stress on top of very busy lives. Holiday shopping, cards, decorations and family visits top the list of major stresses for the upcoming festive season.   Read Full Release

October 24, 2007 - Child Maltreatment Prevention Forum: Healthcare Professionals

Las Vegas- Prevent Child Abuse (PCA) Nevada, a program of Area Health Education Center of Southern Nevada (AHEC), will present on October 30, 2007, at Sunrise Hospital, a two hour forum for all healthcare and social service professionals to discuss the prevention of child maltreatment, educational issues and policy recommendations.   Read Full Release

September 06, 2007 - Child Abuse Prevention Forums: Parents and Concerned Citizens

Las Vegas- Prevent Child Abuse (PCA) Nevada, a program of Area Health Education Center of Southern Nevada (AHEC), will present in September, four community based forums for parents and concerned citizens to discuss the prevention of child maltreatment, education issues and the local resources in each area.   Read Full Release

July 26, 2007 - Final Field Trip of the HCOP 07 Program

In conjunction with the generous Executive Team from BODIES … The Exhibition, at the Las Vegas Tropicana and Area Health Education Center of Southern Nevada, are proud to sponsor the final field trip of the HCOP 07 program. HCOP (Health Career Opportunity Program) is a three-week academic enrichment program designed to excite students about math, science and the health professions.   Read Full Release

July 18, 2007 - Computer and Video Game Addictions: New Twist On an Old Problem

In 2006 Washoe County reported an estimated 2,403 cases of textbook child abuse with an estimated 28.5% of the cases substantiated, however, it is not always drug and alcohol related or physical abuse; it can be absolute criminal negligence and parental disregard.
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June 05, 2007 - Western Regional Preparedness Conference Offers Timely Information

The Area Health Education Center of Southern Nevada is proud to sponsor the upcoming 2007 Western Regional Preparedness Conference (WRPC), July 9th-11th, at the MGM Grand. This conference focuses on bringing together regional and national experts in Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Response.   Read Full Release

March 28, 2007 - Pinwheels for Child Abuse Prevention Display

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to remind all adults and communities about ensuring the well being of Nevada’s children now and throughout the year. Pinwheels For Prevention sponsored by Prevent Child Abuse (PCA) Nevada a program of Area Health Education Center of Southern Nevada (AHEC), will begin its statewide public awareness campaign, designed to bring attention to child abuse and neglect in communities throughout Nevada.
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March 14, 2007 - Nevada Community Foundation Grant Award to Season of Discovery Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP)

The Area Health Education Center of Southern Nevada is pleased to announce they have received a grant award from the generosity of Edwin F. Wiegand Fund, a charitable fund of the Nevada Community Foundation to help fund this years Season of Discovery Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP).   Read Full Release

March 6, 2007 - Child Abuse Prevention Media Forum

Area Health Education Center of Southern Nevada (AHEC) is accepting reservations for the Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Media Forum. The CAP Forum, which is hosted by Channel 3 anchor Kendall Tenney, and Channel 8 anchor Dave Courvoisier; will begin at 11:30a.m. Tuesday, March 20, at Texas Station Hotel and Casino.   Read Full Release