Health
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The County is investigating the first ever case of locally acquired dengue. The Escondido resident who became sick with dengue did not travel to an area where the mosquito transmitted illness is common. No additional locally acquired cases have been identified at this time.
Health
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A medical team that provides in-home follow-up care to patients who were recently hospitalized at Sharp Grossmont Hospital is helping them avoid unplanned returns to the emergency room.
Health
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County Vector Control crews plan to hand-spray for mosquitoes at approximately 60 homes and a community center in Oceanside to protect public health and keep mosquitoes from potentially spreading the dengue virus based on a confirmed dengue case.
Health
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The County, City of Oceanside and other community partners celebrated the grand opening today of a new, centrally located affordable housing development in Oceanside. Greenbrier Village is a supportive housing community for people experiencing homelessness or on the brink of becoming homeless.
Environment
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County Supervisors have agreed to move forward in securing a construction contract for a project to improve water quality in the unincorporated area.
Housing
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The County’s Housing and Community Development Services (HCDS) is opening a waitlist for renters who are interested in living in three new housing developments with dedicated units supporting seniors, low-income families and disabled adults experiencing homelessness.
Health
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Physical and occupational therapists at the County’s Medical Therapy Units (MTU) hosted a full day camp tailor-made for MTU clients with activities like basketball, volleyball, rugby, water games, and face-painting. The smiles and laughter underscored the value of their efforts.