Health
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The first Zika virus case acquired through sexual transmission in San Diego was confirmed this week by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency announced today.
Health
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“Emergency room overuse is a national problem that is also occurring in San Diego County,” said Dr. Wilma Wooten, County Public Health Officer. “There are a number of factors driving the congestion in emergency rooms, but the results may be longer wait times and overcrowding.”
Health
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A 16-year-old girl who died from the flu is one of nine influenza deaths reported locally last week, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced today.
Health
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A new survey shows San Diegans are concerned about environmental impacts of disposing their unwanted or expired medications, but 75 percent of residents still improperly flush and dump them.
Government
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The County Administration Center is one of the most iconic buildings in downtown San Diego. Stepping into her halls is now a history lesson, thanks to eight new artistic displays.
Government
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The San Diego County Employees’ Charitable Organization (CECO) held its annual awards breakfast where it distributed money donated by County employees to close to 70 non-profit organizations.
Animals
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Hello, my name is Freddie and I am a 5-year-old neutered Jack Russell terrier blend.