Carlsbad to Host Medication Disposal Event This Weekend
Residents can safely drop off unwanted prescriptions Saturday as part of a national collection initiative.
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Health Officials Investigate Tuberculosis Exposure at Southwest High School
County authorities are coordinating with Sweetwater Union School District to alert those potentially exposed over an eight-month period.
Medicare Enrollment Assistance Available for Vista Seniors at Local Center
Insurance providers will offer free help navigating upcoming Medicare changes during the fall open enrollment period.
Public Health Facilities to Close Temporarily for Technology System Transition
County health centers will shut down for one day in October to implement a new electronic health record platform.
County Updates Respiratory Illness Tracking System Amid Elevated Flu Activity
Health officials have enhanced their surveillance reports to include predictive data on respiratory virus trends and hospital admissions.
Thursday Marks Check Your Mood Day During Mental Illness Awareness Week
The observance encourages individuals to pause and assess their emotional well-being as part of a broader effort to promote mental health.
County Seeks Researchers to Study Health Impact of River Valley Contamination
Officials want to determine if pollution exposure has caused elevated illness rates in surrounding neighborhoods.
San Diego State University Mumps Cases Rise to 15
Health officials report an increase in mumps infections linked to the campus, with 14 confirmed and one probable case so far.
San Diego County Reaches Milestone With 1 Million Residents Trained in CPR
Local campaign surpasses training goal, marking significant achievement in public health preparedness.
San Diego County Health Officials Warn Against Raw Milk Cheese After E. Coli Cases
Two local residents fell ill in a multi-state outbreak traced to Sierra Nevada Graziers products by county epidemiologists.
County Officials Urge Seniors to Assess Fall Hazards During Awareness Week
Emergency room visits due to falls among elderly residents are on the rise, prompting calls for home safety reviews.
Coronado Neighborhoods to Receive Mosquito Treatment for West Nile Virus Prevention
County officials plan to spray pesticide mist across roughly 6,000 properties to control adult mosquito populations.
Health Officials Declare Mumps Outbreak at San Diego State University
County health authorities are working with campus administrators to alert students and staff about the confirmed cases.
Vista Senior Center to Host Fall Prevention Activities Next Week
Four days of programming will offer older adults classes focused on physical and mental wellness to reduce injury risk.
San Diego County and CDC Launch Follow-Up Health Survey Near Tijuana River Valley
The second assessment aims to measure community health impacts from continued sewage contamination in the South Bay area.
National City to Open County's First Integrated Substance Use and Recuperative Care Facility
The $29 million center will combine addiction treatment with medical recovery services when it begins operations this fall.
Vista Community Clinic Partners With Car Dealership for September Food and Essentials Drive
Month-long donation campaign aims to supply the clinic's new Resource Hub with nonperishable food and personal care items.
Vista Senior Center Hosts Fall Prevention Week Activities
The Gloria McClellan Senior Center will offer fitness classes and activities to help older adults reduce fall risks.
New Dashboard Tracks Seasonal Vaccination Rates Across County
Health officials launch interactive tool to monitor flu, COVID-19, and RSV immunization progress as fall vaccine season begins.
Health Officials Remind Residents to Guard Against Mosquito Bites as West Nile Cases Emerge
County public health authorities issue advisory following multiple reported infections this summer.
County Completes Investigation Into Cryptosporidiosis Outbreak at Chula Vista Resort
Health officials have cleared all aquatic facilities at Gaylord Pacific Resort to reopen following disinfection procedures.
San Diego County Program Celebrating Two Decades Fighting Youth Obesity
The Childhood Obesity Initiative has spent 20 years working with communities to promote healthier lifestyles for families.
Second Health Survey to Assess Tijuana River Pollution Effects on Community
Federal and local officials will conduct follow-up assessment of health impacts from ongoing sewage crisis.