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Program empowers emergency departments to strengthen their ability to provide high-quality emergency care for children – known as being “pediatric ready”

This week, Sunrise Children’s Hospital Pediatric Emergency Department (ED) received Peds Ready Advanced + Trauma recognition from the Division of Public and Behavioral Health – becoming the first pediatric emergency department in Nevada to achieve this distinction.

The recognition reflects Sunrise Children’s Hospital’s commitment to ensuring children experiencing a medical emergency have access to the specialized care, equipment and resources designed to meet their unique needs.

“The nearly 50,000 visits to our pediatric ER each year are 50,000 reminders of why this work matters,” said Todd P. Sklamberg, CEO, Sunrise Hospital and Sunrise Children’s Hospital. “They are why we continue investing in our facilities, our technology and, most importantly, the physicians, nurses and colleagues who care for our patients every day. Today, being recognized as Nevada’s first pediatric ready emergency department is another reflection of that commitment—and of our responsibility to ensure children receive necessary care with the proper resources at the right time,” said Sklamberg.

The National Pediatric Readiness Project empowers emergency departments to strengthen their ability to provide high-quality emergency care for children – known as being ‘pediatric ready’.

“This recognition celebrates Sunrise Children’s Hospital’s commitment to ensuring children receive necessary care with the proper resources,” said Michael Bologlu, EMS for Children Program Manager, Department of Human Services. “It also highlights steps the hospital has taken with staffing, equipment and clinical processes that support safe, high-quality emergency care for kids.”

Children have unique physiological, emotional and developmental characteristics that require specialized medical care. Pediatric Readiness is ensuring that every EMS and fire-rescue agency and emergency department has the pediatric-specific champions, competencies, policies, equipment and other resources needed to provide high-quality emergency care for children.

Research in EDs shows that high Pediatric Readiness can reduce mortality risk up to 76 percent.

About Sunrise Children’s Hospital

Founded in 1989, Sunrise Children’s Hospital is Nevada’s first children’s hospital and the largest and most comprehensive children’s hospital in the state. The hospital proudly serves families locally, across the region and the millions of young visitors who come to Las Vegas each year. Sunrise Children’s Hospital offers a full range of specialized services, including Nevada’s only pediatric heart surgery program and Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU), a dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department and the largest Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in Nevada. Sunrise Children’s Hospital is located on the same campus as Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center – Nevada’s largest acute care facility.

Pop-Up Produce Stands offer regionally grown fruits and vegetables, plus SNAP/EBT incentives

Fresh, affordable produce is coming back to the Bonneville Transit Center (BTC) this fall. The Southern Nevada Health District’s Pop-Up Produce Stands will return in September, giving community members convenient access to regionally grown fruits and vegetables.

The stands will be open noon to 3 p.m., or while supplies last, at the BTC, 101 E. Bonneville Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89101, on the following dates:

• Tuesday, September 1
• Tuesday, September 8
• Tuesday, October 6
• Tuesday, October 13
• Tuesday, November 3
• Tuesday, November 10

All produce will be available for $1 per pound. Shoppers can pay with SNAP/EBT, cash, debit or credit cards. SNAP/EBT shoppers can also use Double Up Food Bucks, a nutrition incentive program that helps stretch SNAP benefits when purchasing fresh produce. Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program coupons will be accepted when available.

“Pop-Up Produce Stands make healthy food more accessible by bringing fresh produce directly to a location people already use,” said Dr. Cassius Lockett, District Health Officer for the Southern Nevada Health District. “By making nutritious food available at an affordable price in a central community location, we can help reduce barriers to healthy eating and support the health and well-being of Southern Nevadans.”

The Pop-Up Produce Stands are a partnership between the Southern Nevada Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada and Prevail Marketplace.

More than produce will be available at the pop-up events. Shoppers can also connect with nutrition education, health information, and community resources. The Division of Social Services will attend select events to help participants learn about available benefits and other resources.

Connecting Southern Nevadans with healthy food

The Pop-Up Produce Stands help address food insecurity by bringing fresh, nutritious foods to communities where access can be limited. In 2024, an estimated 386,420 Clark County residents — 16.6% of the population — experienced food insecurity, equal to the statewide rate (16.6%) and higher than the national rate of 14.4%. Children in Clark County were particularly affected, with 114,930 children, or 22.2%, experiencing food insecurity.

Access to healthy food remains a challenge in some areas. The U.S. Department of Agriculture identified 30 Clark County census tracts as food deserts in 2019, underscoring the continuing need to make nutritious food more accessible. These barriers contribute to significant racial disparities. In 2024, food insecurity affected 31% of Black residents, compared with 13% of white residents.

The Pop-Up Produce Stands are helping address that need. In 2025, the program distributed 1,113 pounds of fresh produce, with approximately 44% of sales made using SNAP/EBT benefits. The use of SNAP/EBT demonstrates the program’s role in helping make fresh, healthy food more accessible to individuals and families who may face barriers to purchasing it.

For more information, call the Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion at (702) 759-1270 or visit the Get Healthy Clark County Farmers Markets page. The website also lists local farmers markets, including those that accept EBT, SNAP and debit or credit cards.

The Southern Nevada Health District serves as the local public health authority for Clark County, Boulder City, Henderson, Las Vegas, Mesquite and North Las Vegas. The agency safeguards the public health of the community’s residents and visitors through innovative programs, regulations and initiatives focused on protecting and promoting their health and well-being. More information about the Health District, its programs, services, and the regulatory oversight it provides is available at www.SNHD.info. Follow the Health District on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

As a precautionary response to postpartum complications, bright orange bracelets will be given to mothers to wear for six to 12 weeks following delivery to help emergency response teams identify proper care.

As the United States to continues to face a critical maternal morbidity and mortality crisis, hospitals across the Sunrise Health System become the first in the Las Vegas Valley to implement orange postpartum alert bracelets to help raise awareness to emergency response teams. The program started at Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center followed by Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center and will soon expand to MountainView Hospital, broadening the support for postpartum patients across Las Vegas.

Postpartum mothers face risks of severe, life-threatening complications, which may be overlooked by emergency response teams who are not aware that a patient has recently given birth. Risks include postpartum hemorrhage, preeclampsia/eclampsia (serious high blood pressure complications during or after pregnancy), sepsis and serious blood clots after childbirth, as well as psychological risks such as postpartum depression or postpartum psychosis. Southern Hills aims to address these risks by educating both patients and local EMS partners to understand the purpose of the postpartum bracelets and what they represent.

“Patient safety remains a top priority for us, and the new post-partum alert bracelets signifies our commitment to upholding safety standards, even after patients are in our care,” said Amee Baker, director of women’s services at Southern Hills Hospital. “In the first six to 12 weeks—and even up to a year— after having a baby, mothers are at a higher risk for serious complications. Both patients and EMS partners may not immediately draw the connection between the medical issues with the birth of a baby, posing an even more serious threat to new moms. By introducing the postpartum alert bracelets, we aim to continue educating both our patients and EMS partners to create a safer and healthier path for new moms.”

Post-birth warning bracelets help EMS partners provide proper medical response including:

• Immediate Identification: Paramedics instantly recognize the patient is within the vulnerable postpartum window.
• Targeted Field Protocols: The visual cue prompts immediate screening for maternal emergencies, including blood pressure monitoring and neurological checks.
• Optimized Routing: EMS can route the patient directly to an appropriate facility equipped with 24/7 obstetric capabilities.
• Advanced Notification: Field crews can pre-alert the receiving emergency department to prepare specialized maternal crisis teams.

The Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) has identified four key postpartum symptoms that require emergency attention: chest pain, obstructed breathing or shortness of breath, seizures or thoughts of harm. Additionally, postpartum women are encouraged to call their health care providers if they are experiencing heavy bleeding, an incision that’s not healing, red or swollen legs, temperature of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, or a terrible headache.

To learn more about the postpartum alert bracelets, visit: https://www.sunrisehealthinfo.com/locations/southern-hills-hospital/specialties/womens-care/labor-and-delivery.

About Sunrise Health System

The Sunrise Health System, which includes Sunrise Hospital, Sunrise Children’s Hospital, MountainView Hospital and Southern Hills Hospital, is the largest provider of complex care in the state of Nevada and is home to one of only two Level 1 trauma centers in the state. We employ nearly 8,000 Nevadans and last year alone we invested $113 million in capital investment locally. In 2025, we admitted 95,000 patients throughout our four hospitals and six freestanding emergency rooms. Our overall system of care is made up of 50 sites across the Las Vegas valley, including specialty clinics, urgent care centers and outpatient facilities.

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Southern Nevada continues to attract innovative companies and investment across key industries with the announcement of four new and expanding business operations expected to create more than 430 new jobs, generate more than $55 million in capital investment, and deliver over $322 million in economic impact and over $8 million in fiscal impact over the next two years.

The announced projects represent continued momentum across Southern Nevada’s target industries, including advanced manufacturing, technology, artificial intelligence infrastructure, and innovative business services. Together, these companies are expanding the region’s economic base, creating high-quality career opportunities, and strengthening Southern Nevada’s reputation as a competitive destination for business growth and investment.

Supported by the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED), local jurisdictions, and regional partners, these projects demonstrate the impact of regional collaboration in attracting and supporting companies that contribute to Southern Nevada’s long-term economic success.

“Since day one, my administration has focused on creating a business climate where companies can invest, innovate, and succeed. Today’s announcement is further proof those efforts are paying off, with businesses choosing Nevada to invest more than $150 million, diversifying our economy, creating more than 2,100 good-paying jobs, and opening new opportunities for Nevada families to build successful futures,” states Governor Joe Lombardo.

“Southern Nevada continues to prove that companies in target industries can find the talent, infrastructure, and partnerships they need to grow and succeed in our market,” said Danielle Casey, President & CEO of LVGEA. “These investments highlight the strength of our regional collaboration and the growing opportunities across industries that are shaping the future economy of Southern Nevada.”

Collectively, the projects are expected to create more than 430 new full-time positions over the next two years, with average wages ranging from approximately $30 to $46 per hour.

Rapid Response Monitoring Expands Operations in the City of Henderson

Rapid Response Monitoring Services is expanding its existing Henderson operations to support continued growth of its nationwide Response Management Platform.

The expansion includes approximately 12,000 square feet of additional leased space, tenant improvements, and a $600,000 capital investment in equipment and facility enhancements. Over the next two years, Rapid Response Monitoring Services will create 75 new full-time positions, increasing employment at its Henderson facility to approximately 240 employees.

Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Syracuse, New York, Rapid Response is a leading Response Management company that protects more than 4 million subscriber accounts across the United States and Canada. Through advanced technology, artificial intelligence, and highly trained response specialists, the company transforms critical information into intelligent action when seconds matter most.

“Nevada represents an important part of Rapid’s long-term growth strategy,” said David Pida, Chief Financial Officer at Rapid Response Monitoring. “As the company expands its operational footprint in the state, Rapid is committed to creating high-quality careers, investing in advanced technology, and building lasting partnerships that contribute to the economic vitality of the communities it serves.”

“We are thrilled that Rapid Response Monitoring Services has chosen to expand its operations in Henderson,” said Henderson Mayor Michelle Romero. “Economic vitality is a strategic priority for our City, and we’re proud to see companies like Rapid Response Monitoring Services invest in our community. Their continued growth strengthens our local economy, creates valuable job opportunities, and reinforces Henderson as a premier destination for business.”

ALPLA Establishes New Manufacturing Presence in Clark County
ALPLA, a global leader in innovative plastic packaging solutions, will establish a new manufacturing presence in Southern Nevada as part of its expansion into the Western United States.

The project represents an $8 million capital investment and is expected to create 51 new jobs over the next two years, with average wages of approximately $35 per hour.

ALPLA develops and manufactures innovative packaging solutions for consumer products and is recognized globally for its commitment to sustainability, resource efficiency, and manufacturing excellence.

“With any new investment, ALPLA strives for long-term sustainable growth while minimizing the use of resources and energy consumption,” said Tasos Pourlourkakis, Managing Director for North America at ALPLA. “Our new Nevada facility strengthens our presence in an important growth market of North America and expands our current portfolio. Working with Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development and the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance has enabled our team to confidently bring the ALPLA standard of excellence to Nevada, while also strengthening workforce development efforts and continuing to advance the manufacturing industry.”

“Clark County welcomes ALPLA, a global company recognized as an industry leader in plastic packaging for consumer products,” said Shani Coleman, Director of Community and Economic Development for Clark County. “ALPLA’s expansion here reflects the reputation and growth of our community as a destination for high-quality manufacturing operations. We are excited for the future of ALPLA in Clark County.”

Advanced Circuit Board Manufacturing Facility Coming to Southern Nevada

A company specializing in advanced circuit board manufacturing is considering Southern Nevada for a new production facility, a project that would further strengthen the region’s growing advanced manufacturing and technology ecosystem.

If selected, the facility would support the production of circuit boards used in critical technologies across the aerospace, medical, and industrial sectors.

The proposed project represents a $46 million capital investment and is expected to create 65 new jobs over the next two years, with average wages of approximately $46 per hour.

Founded in 2024, the company is focused on modernizing domestic circuit board manufacturing through technology enabled production and workforce development. Its potential investment in Southern Nevada aligns with the increasing national emphasis on strengthening the domestic supply chain, as the Americas currently produce only a small share of the world’s circuit boards.

Co-Founder and CEO also shared that establishing a manufacturing facility in Southern Nevada would mark a significant milestone for the organization and expressed excitement about the opportunity to become part of the local community.

“I’m excited to be working with the team to find a class A industrial project that will house the future of their manufacturing facility.  This will be a welcomed new entrance of chip manufacturing into the Vegas market!” states Rob Lujan, Executive Managing Director, Jones Lang LaSalle Brokerage, Inc.

Hyve Solutions Establishes Nevada Operations with New North Las Vegas Facility
Hyve Solutions is establishing operations in Nevada with a new facility in North Las Vegas, with the real estate assistance of Cushman & Wakefield, supporting the company’s continued growth in custom digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence computing solutions. The North Las Vegas operation is part of Hyve’s broader investment in Nevada, strengthening Southern Nevada’s position as a growing hub for advanced technology industries.

Hyve designs, manufactures, integrates, and deploys highly customized servers, storage, networking, and AI computing platforms for some of the world’s largest cloud service providers, artificial intelligence companies, and enterprise organizations. As a wholly owned subsidiary of TD SYNNEX, the company is helping advance next-generation digital infrastructure through strategic partnerships, including NVIDIA MGX and the Open Compute Project.

The project is expected to create 240 new jobs over the next two years, with average wages of $38.55 per hour. Hyve’s investment also reflects a strong commitment to workforce development through partnerships with educational institutions and community organizations that support career readiness, professional development, and long-term talent development.

“Hyve Solutions is a company that aligns nicely with the vision we have for economic development in North Las Vegas,” said North Las Vegas Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown. “This company will create 240 computer hardware manufacturing jobs over the next two years. Hyve Solutions has also made a pledge to be a good community partner that will support workforce development through partnerships with local education providers and community organizations.”

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The Southern Nevada Community Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operated by the Southern Nevada Health District, is joining health centers across the country in celebrating National Health Center Week from August 2-8. This year’s theme, “Building Innovative Care Where It Matters Most,” recognizes the critical role Federally Qualified Health Centers play in expanding access to affordable, high-quality health care and improving the health of communities nationwide.

In 2025, the Southern Nevada Community Health Center provided 46,201 patient encounters for 13,431 unduplicated patients, with more than half (58.11%) of patients uninsured. The Health Center continues to expand access to care for Southern Nevada residents through comprehensive primary care, behavioral health, pharmacy and other essential health services regardless of a person’s ability to pay.

Throughout National Health Center Week, patients visiting either Southern Nevada Community Health Center location will receive appreciation giveaways while supplies last.

“The Southern Nevada Community Health Center is committed to ensuring everyone in our community has access to high-quality, compassionate health care,” said Dr. Cassius Lockett, District Health Officer for the Health District. “National Health Center Week is an opportunity to celebrate the impact community health centers have on the lives of our patients while recognizing the dedicated team members who work every day to improve the health and well-being of Southern Nevada.”

During fiscal year 2026, the Southern Nevada Community Health Center continued expanding access to care across multiple service areas. Overall health center access increased 10% compared with fiscal year 2025, including a 24% increase in behavioral health services and a 15% increase in primary care. Pharmacy services also experienced significant growth, with overall pharmacy access increasing 17%.

“National Health Center Week is an opportunity to recognize both the patients we serve and the employees who make our mission possible every day,” said Randy Smith, Chief Executive Officer for the Southern Nevada Community Health Center. “As the needs of our community continue to grow, we remain committed to expanding access to high-quality, patient-centered care for everyone who walks through our doors.”

The Health District operates two Federally Qualified Health Center locations: the Southern Nevada Community Health Center, 280 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107, and the Fremont Public Health Center, 2830 E. Fremont St., Las Vegas, NV 89104. Together, they provide primary care, behavioral health, family planning, pharmacy, telehealth, refugee health, sexual health, comprehensive HIV care through the Ryan White Program and a full complement of wraparound services that help patients access the care and support they need.

During National Health Center Week and throughout the year, the Southern Nevada Community Health Center is also offering $20 sports physicals for children and teens, helping families prepare for the upcoming school year and participate in school athletics. Appointments are encouraged, though limited walk-in appointments may be available.

Services are offered on a sliding fee scale based on family size and household income to help ensure cost is not a barrier to care. In calendar year 2025, the Southern Nevada Community Health Center’s sliding fee scale saved patients nearly $6.7 million in health care costs, helping thousands of Southern Nevadans receive the care they needed regardless of their ability to pay.

For more information about the Southern Nevada Community Health Center, go to www.snchc.org. For information about National Health Center Week, visit https://healthcenterweek.org/about-nhcw/.

Renal denervation, a minimally invasive procedure, enhances Southern Hills Hospital’s advanced cardiovascular care, offering a treatment option for patients whose blood pressure remains difficult to control.

Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center becomes the first hospital in HCA Healthcare’s Sunrise Health System to perform renal denervation (RDN), a minimally invasive treatment option for patients with uncontrolled high blood pressure also known as hypertension. The procedure was performed by board-certified cardiologist Dr. Branavan Umakanthan in Southern Hills Hospital’s catheterization lab and is the first medical procedure offered in the hospital that is aimed at reducing high blood pressure.

“Ongoing hypertension has significant and serious risks if not treated,” said Dr. Umakanthan. “Renal denervation is a one-time procedure that can have life-saving benefits to those who have exhausted all other treatment options in managing their high blood pressure.”

Heart disease continues to rank as the leading cause of death in the United States, and risk factors such as high blood pressure, significantly increases the chance of serious complications like heart attack, heart failure, kidney disease and stroke when left untreated.

RDN may be recommended for patients with treatment-resistant high blood pressure after ongoing management, including medication and lifestyle changes. The procedure is performed by inserting a thin catheter through the femoral artery and up to the renal arteries. Energy is released, disrupting overactive nerves and reducing their influence on blood pressure. The procedure is performed under mild sedation, requires no permanent implant and most patients can return home the same day.

“We are proud to offer world-class cardiovascular care that focuses on reducing risk factors and improving patients’ lives,” said Jason Desai, chief operating officer of Southern Hills Hospital. “By expanding our cardiology services through renal denervation, which has proven to be effective in reducing hypertension in treatment-resistant patients, Southern Hills Hospital remains committed to bringing compassionate and quality care closer to home.”

To learn more about Southern Hills’ cardiovascular services, visit Southern Hills – Cardiology.

ABOUT SOUTHERN HILLS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER:

Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center is a 331-bed facility located in Las Vegas, NV, and is dedicated to providing quality healthcare services to the Las Vegas community with adult and pediatric emergency services, a behavioral health program, an accredited chest pain center, Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, a dedicated orthopedic and spine unit, OB/GYN, Level III NICU, diagnostic imaging, outpatient infusion clinic, and surgical services. Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center’s advanced care and superior service result in better outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. With a focus on patient-centered care, Southern Hills strives to ensure that every patient receives personalized and compassionate care.

Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center is a leading healthcare provider in Nevada, offering a wide range of specialized services. The hospital is the third Comprehensive Stroke Center certified in the state and the only hospital in southwest Las Vegas to be recognized by the American Stroke Association. Southern Hills Hospital is also the recipient of Healthgrades America’s 250 Best Hospitals Awards for five consecutive years, recognized with Healthgrades America’s Patient Safety Excellence Award™ three years in a row and was named one of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Fortune three years in a row. For more information, please visit our website at www.southernhillshospital.com.