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May is Mental Health Awareness Month A strong start builds a strong future.During Week 2 of Mental Health Awareness Month, Nevada Health Centers is focusing on the mental health needs of children and teens. Early experiences shape how young people understand, express, and manage their emotions — and when we create supportive environments, we set [...]

What is Mental Health Awareness Month? Each May, we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, an annual tradition founded by Mental Health America in 1949. This month serves as a vital opportunity to highlight the importance of mental well-being, educate the public, reduce stigma, and promote support for those living with mental health conditions. Every year, [...]

There’s something about spring that just feels good. The sun sticks around a little longer, flowers pop up in unexpected places, and that first warm breeze? It’s like nature’s way of saying, “You’ve got this.” If you’ve been in winter mode (no judgment — we’ve all been there), spring is a great time to reset. [...]

The Nevada Children’s Health Project mobile unit had a change in schedule and now will be stationed at the Martin Luther King Family Health Center, located at 1799 Mount Mariah Dr., Las Vegas. Click here for the full schedule. The Nevada Children’s Health Project is a collaboration between Nevada Health Centers and the Children’s Health [...]

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., but it is also one of the most preventable. With routine screening and early detection, we can reduce the risk and save lives. At Nevada Health Centers, we want to empower our patients with knowledge and resources to take charge of their [...]

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the prevalence and impact of dating abuse among adolescents. This month serves as a crucial opportunity to educate communities, empower young people with knowledge, and advocate for healthy relationships. Understanding Teen Dating Violence Teen dating violence is more common than many [...]

February is American Heart Month, a national campaign to raise awareness about the importance of cardiovascular health. It's crucial to reflect on your habits and commit to choices that prioritize your heart's well-being. Heart disease continues to be one of the leading causes of death in the United States, but the good news is that [...]

Dr. Larsen is available for pediatric appointments at our two Carson City locations: Carson City School-Based Health Center, 618 W. Musser Street Sierra Nevada Health Center, 3325 Research Way Dr. Larsen is a native of southern Nevada and has dedicated her professional career to providing high quality care to Nevada’s children. She attended medical school [...]

From now until January 15, Nevadans can shop for, compare, and purchase qualified health insurance plans through Nevada Health Link. Nevada Health Link provides free support and essential resources to help you make informed decisions about your health coverage. Nevada Health Centers has Patient Services Educators who are ready to help you find an affordable [...]

November is National Youth Homelessness Outreach, Prevention, and Education (HOPE) Month—an opportunity to acknowledge the challenges associated with youth homelessness. It is also a chance to reaffirm our dedication to assisting those who are facing these challenges. Preventing and ending homelessness requires a collective effort to understand and address its root causes. We must also [...]