The new treatment center will help to improve access to treatment in Las Vegas. | Canva
The new treatment center will help to improve access to treatment in Las Vegas. | Canva
In an effort to increase access to crucial treatment for people that have contracted the COVID-19 virus, a new, free treatment center opened in Las Vegas' Clark County.
The clinic was designed to bring no-cost treatments to those who are most at risk of severe health complications due to the virus. It is located at 150 E. Harmon Ave., near the Las Vegas Strip on the second floor of the Elite Medical Center.
Gov. Steve Sisolak praised the opening of the center and spoke about the dire need for it. He said,
“These treatment centers are the next step in our COVID-19 response," Sisolak said, KLAS reported. "While some people will continue to contract this virus, we now have treatment options and tools to help. This free treatment will benefit many Nevadans.”
The clinic is specifically for people who are at high risk of contracting the virus but cannot be vaccinated, and people who have tested positive and need treatment, Dr. Rashid Chotani said, according to KLAS.
The opening of the treatment center is largely funded with $19 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funding.
All treatments are free at the facility and walk-ins are welcome, but it is preferred that patients make an appointment.
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