Southern Nevada Health District
Alexis Valadez is an experienced Environmental Health Specialist at the Southern Nevada Health District since February 2021. Prior to this role, Alexis served as a Community Health Worker at WellSpace Health, assisting over 50 clients monthly with health needs and empowering them to take control of their health. Alexis also worked as a Native American Longhouse Student Success Peer Facilitator at OSU Diversity & Cultural Engagement and held leadership positions in Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority, Inc., where community building and recruitment were priorities. Additionally, Alexis interned with Benton County's Environmental Health department, conducting inspections and data analysis on food facilities, water systems, and recreational areas. Educated at Oregon State University with a Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Alexis has a strong commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity within various communities.
Southern Nevada Health District
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This mission of the Health District is, “To assess, protect, and promote the health, the environment, and the well-being of Southern Nevada communities, residents, and visitors.” To this end, the Health District offers services and provides regulatory supervision that impact the public every day – from the food they eat and the water they drink, to the public establishments they visit, the businesses they operate and the requirements they must meet in order to work in certain industries such as food service and child care.