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Head Of Washoe County Health District Supports Vaccine Requirements For Students
By KUNR Staff
Washoe County’s top public health official said he supports COVID-19 vaccination requirements before students can return to school this fall.
According to KRNV, Washoe County Health Officer Kevin Dick said it’s a way to protect students and staff from the coronavirus.
School officials said they’ll support the health district’s recommendation on the matter.
The Nevada System of Higher Education also recently announced plans to draft a COVID-19 vaccination requirement for students returning this fall.