Stories by José A. Álvarez

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Through April 15, more than 500 volunteers will help prepare and file taxes completely free at nearly 100 places throughout the county. 

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Flu cases are down and fewer people have shown up sick at local emergency departments and died because of the flu. 

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The Board of Supervisors approved an additional $6.3 million for behavioral health services. How will the money be spent?

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More San Diegans are getting sick from the flu. How many new cases were reported last week? 

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For the third week in a row, the number of flu cases continued to rise in San Diego; however, this year’s total is almost four times lower compared to the same time last flu season. 

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The County Health and Human Services Agency will be giving 1,925 child car seats to low-income families. Here’s how and where to get one.

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A recent report on sexually transmitted diseases from the CDC showed nationwide increases in chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis cases in 2014. In San Diego County, the results are mixed.