Nevada scored in the bottom ranking of states that are prepared for health emergencies.
In a study conducted by the Trust for America’s Health, Nevada achieved only 3 of the 10 indicators on preparedness.
Indicators included things like flu vaccination rates, paid sick leave and public health accreditation.
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The three indicators Nevada did have include 70 percent of hospitals meeting the antibiotic stewardship program requirements, availability of public health labs and the state has a biosafety professional.