Health
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County Leadership in Health and Human Services Inspires Next Generation

| 4:05 PM

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San Diego State University students and alumni had the opportunity to learn about careers in health and human services directly from experts with the County’s Health and Human Services Agency at a 3-day career fair. The event was held this week to inspire students and alumni to pursue careers in public service.

Health

Behind the Scenes Peek at the New Public Health Lab’s Construction

| 12:31 PM

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The County’s new state-of-the-art public health lab in Kearny Mesa is on schedule to open in spring 2025. The $93 million dollar facility will greatly expand the county’s ability to test for infectious diseases, monitor food and water safety, and test for dangerous pathogens.

Environment
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Community Gardens Grow Veggies, Fruit, Flowers and Friendships

| 5:41 PM

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What was once a vacant lot in Linda Vista now blossoms with fresh produce, flowers and budding friendships. The site boasts a new community garden – just one of seven that County Aging & Independence Services (AIS) helped bring to life.