Dozens Attend Forum on Affordable Care Act
Nov. 6, 2013 | 11:08 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
About 60 people attended a town hall forum in San Ysidro yesterday to learn about their options under the new healthcare law.
Stories by José A. Álvarez
County to Consider Regulating E-Cigarettes
Nov. 5, 2013 | 1:05 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
The popularity of electronic smoking devices is increasing and on Tuesday the Board of Supervisors directed staff to review the County’s smoking and tobacco use policy to determine how “e-cigarettes” fit into it.
Prescription Drug, Heroin Abuse on the Rise
Nov. 4, 2013 | 1:27 PMReading Time: 3 minutes
Prescription drug and heroin use increased over the last five years, the latest County Prescription Drug Abuse Report Card revealed.
No Excuse for Not Getting a Flu Shot
Oct. 31, 2013 | 8:49 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
Health officials say there is no valid excuse for not getting a flu shot and there are plenty of reasons to do it.
23 Arrested in East County Operation
Oct. 25, 2013 | 10:51 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
Twenty-three people were arrested Thursday during an operation targeting young offenders who often turn to crime to support their drug habits.
Safety Tricks for Halloween
Oct. 24, 2013 | 9:46 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
When hunting for treats this Halloween, it’s important to take precautions to ensure kids are safe.
County’s Live Well Initiative Gets Annual Check-up
Oct. 22, 2013 | 2:57 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
County officials unveiled a new website on Tuesday aimed at helping residents understand how the region is doing on areas related to health, safety and well-being.