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Prenatal care access in Clark County
Pregnant people with Apple Health (Medicaid) insurance are struggling to access prenatal care in Clark County. Many medical clinics are at capacity, not accepting Apple Health clients and/or don’t have enough providers and are scheduling fewer appointments.
Public Health analyzed birth certificate data to better understand gaps in prenatal care access and inequities in prenatal care and birth outcomes. The analysis shows that Apple Health clients in Clark County experience significant inequities compared to people with private insurance, as do certain racial and ethnic groups compared to white residents.
Public Health produced an issue brief, published in February, that illustrates these inequities in prenatal care and birth outcomes, and provides recommendations for health systems and organizations serving pregnant and parenting families in Clark County.
Read the Prenatal Care Access for Medicaid Clients issue brief on the Raising Clark County webpage. For questions, email the Raising Clark County team.
Recommendations for pregnant people who are struggling to access prenatal care are available in a February 2024 news release from Public Health.
Preventing respiratory illnesses
Respiratory illnesses like influenza, RSV and COVID-19 continue to circulate in Clark County.
Getting vaccinated provides the best protection against illness and severe infections that can lead to hospitalizations. We can also stop the spread of germs by washing hands often with soap and water, avoiding touching our eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands, covering coughs or sneezes, staying home when sick and avoiding close contact with sick people. While viruses are circulating, consider wearing a mask in crowded indoor places, especially if you or someone you live with is at higher risk for serious illness.
Visit the respiratory illnesses data webpage for the latest information about COVID-19, influenza and RSV activity in Clark County.
We Compost Community Hubs
Clark County Public Health and Waste Connections are partnering with local organizations to reduce the amount of food waste going to the landfill. The We Compost program offers several community hub locations across Clark County that provide free and convenient food waste disposal for all residents.
Food waste that is brought to a community hub location will be transformed into nutrient-rich compost in only a few short months.
The We Compost program is a great option for people living in apartments or condos, and people who don’t have curbside organic service.
Selling food at farmers markets and events
Local food vendors bring something special to farmers markets and outdoor events. By showcasing and selling their unique products, food vendors create an opportunity for community members to explore new flavors and creative recipes.
People who are interested in selling food at local events or farmers markets, or who are coordinating food vendors for an event in Clark County, can check out the frequently asked questions webpage to get started.
Understanding PFAS in drinking water
Per– and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, are a large group of human-made chemicals used for decades in many products, such as water-resistant clothing, non-stick cookware, and cleaning products. When PFAS are made, used, disposed of, or spilled near water sources, like rivers, aquifers or wells, the chemicals can get into drinking water.
Scientists are still studying how PFAS affect people’s health. Some PFAS can build up in people’s bodies and, over time, may cause harmful health effects. Visit the PFAS in drinking water webpage to learn more.
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