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Deer Mouse Tests Positive for Hantavirus

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A deer mouse collected in routine monitoring in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park has tested positive for the potentially deadly hantavirus, prompting County officials to remind people to be careful not to come in contact with wild rodents.

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County Offering Two No-Cost Flu Vaccination Events This Week

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The County is hosting two cost-free flu vaccine events in local communities and will provide up to 200 doses of flu vaccines each day. Anyone wanting to get immunized can walk in without an appointment and get a free flu shot.

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Tuberculosis Exposure Reported at Innovation High School in Chula Vista 

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The County’s Tuberculosis Prevention and Care Program, in collaboration with Innovation High School at 310 Broadway, Chula Vista CA 91910, are working to notify students and staff who were potentially exposed to tuberculosis (TB) at Innovation High School from June 1, 2025 to Sept. 4, 2025.  

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Warning Signs Installed in Parts of Tijuana River Valley

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New warning signs were posted today alerting the public about the health risks from hydrogen sulfide gas in sections of the Tijuana River Valley Regional Park, and at Saturn Boulevard in the city of San Diego.

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It’s Worth a Shot, for You and Your Family

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August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), a great time to review why it is so important for people of all ages to stay up to date on vaccinations.  

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Summer Temperatures are Rising, Follow These Tips To Stay Safe

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Summer and even the fall months in San Diego County can bring extremely high temperatures that can be dangerous to people and pets. Here are some tips to protect everyone when the heat gets extreme.