Nevada Health Care Laws
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Few things are as fundamental to everyday life as our health care, which is why access to care, handling of private records, and the ability to make important health care choices are regulated by state and federal laws. Welcome to FindLaw's section covering the health care laws of Nevada, with legalese-free summaries of important laws. In this section you will learn about living wills and durable powers of attorney, which are similar in that they allow individuals to have more control over their health care and end-of-life preferences; rules for safeguarding medical records; state restrictions on abortion access; and more. Click on a link below to learn more about Nevada's health care laws.