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Summer is still weeks away, but temperatures are expected to climb sharply around San Diego County this week, with heat advisories in San Diego County valleys and several cities. Here are some tips on how to keep you, your friends, family and pets safe during this early heat wave.
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Federal and state policy changes will roll out over the next few months that may impact some people in San Diego County who receive CalFresh or Medi-Cal benefits. The first of these changes starts April 1.
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Privacy, security and a place to prepare meals are just a few of changes one local senior is enjoying after moving into his new apartment at La Sabila in North County. La Sabila is a new affordable housing development for residents ages 55 and older.
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“North County is about opportunity,” said Desmond. “North County’s future isn’t something that’s going to happen to us, it’s something we’re going to build.”
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Food is a basic need for people’s health and wellness, and it reflects cultural identity. To explore better food access, the County brought together community members and food system partners at a regional workshop.
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A dead American Crow recently found in the North Park area has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV), prompting County environmental health officials to remind people to protect themselves from mosquitoes that can transmit the virus to people.
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Preparing for emergencies is serious, but it doesn’t have to be dull. San Diego County Fire’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a volunteer group trained to help their neighbors during a disaster. Members also attend community events to share information about disaster preparedness.
