County Launches New ‘Getting to Zero’ App for HIV Resources
Oct. 12, 2023 | 3:42 PMReading Time: 2 minutesThe County has a new free app to help San Diegans find HIV resources like testing locations and treatment providers.
County’s Edgemoor Among Best Nursing Homes In California
Oct. 12, 2023 | 1:49 PMReading Time: 2 minutesThe County Health and Human Services Agency’s (HHSA) Edgemoor Skilled Nursing Facility has been named one of the best facilities of its kind in the state of California by Newsweek magazine.
Active TB Cases Reported on Certain Trolley and Bus Lines
Oct. 11, 2023 | 11:00 AMReading Time: 3 minutesThe Tuberculosis Program in County Public Health Services (PHS), in collaboration with Metropolitan Transit System (MTS), is working to notify riders who used certain Trolley Blue and Green lines between February 16, 2023 and August 15, 2023, and bus riders and drivers who used Route 901 between April 22, 2023 and July 15, 2023, that they were potentially exposed and are at risk for tuberculosis (TB) infection.
48 Ballot Drop Boxes Open for Nov. 7 Special Election
Oct. 10, 2023 | 11:08 AMReading Time: 2 minutesStarting Tuesday, Oct. 10, registered voters in the Fourth Supervisorial District, City of Chula Vista, Fallbrook Public Utility District and Rainbow Municipal Water District can return their mail ballot at any one of 48 official ballot drop boxes located around the districts.
Meet the County’s New Chief Sustainability Officer
Oct. 10, 2023 | 10:39 AMReading Time: 3 minutesThe San Diego County Office of Sustainability and Environmental Justice has a new chief at the helm. In addition to her unbridled passion for service and helping others, Eden Brukman brings more than two decades of sustainability leadership experience to the role.
Ballots Go Out to Registered Voters for Nov. 7 Elections
Oct. 9, 2023 | 10:18 AMReading Time: 2 minutesNearly 600,000 ballots are on their way to registered voters in the Fourth Supervisorial District, City of Chula Vista, Fallbrook Public Utility District and Rainbow Municipal Water District for the Nov. 7 special election.
Celebrate Howl-O-Ween with a Deal on Your New Dog Companion
Oct. 6, 2023 | 5:09 PMReading Time: 2 minutesIt’s no trick! Take advantage of an October treat during National Dog Adoption Month. The San Diego County Department of Animal Services is waiving dog adoption fees throughout October to help find loving homes for dogs who have been in the shelter for more than 14 days.
Program Sends Healthcare Help to Patients in Rural San Diego County
Oct. 6, 2023 | 4:21 PMReading Time: 2 minutesSan Diego County Fire and Medical Care Services join forces to deliver healthcare to patients after they are discharged from Sharp Grossmont Hospital in rural communities.
Embracing Life After Attempted Suicide
Oct. 6, 2023 | 11:00 AMReading Time: < 1 minuteLisa Garcia is a survivor. She attempted suicide twice. Today, she is thankful for every day, every milestone and every celebration. This is her story.
Probation Department Welcomes New Canine Narcotic Detection Team
Oct. 6, 2023 | 10:13 AMReading Time: < 1 minuteMeet Officer Brianne Penny and Romi, the San Diego County Probation Department’s new Canine (K-9) Narcotic Detection Team.