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The County is partnering with the San Diego Foundation on a new guaranteed income program for high-risk pregnant women as part of a new initiative called Born Well.
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As part of the County’s work to reduce the number of lives impacted by opioid and other drug overdoses, a newly published dashboard is available that pulls together data from across the county.
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Today, elected officials, public health and behavioral health experts, and law enforcement leaders all spoke about the danger of illicit drugs and counterfeit pills. They stressed the importance of prevention, intervention and action. Behind them, 945 purple flags flew representing each person who died in 2024 from a drug overdose.
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With extreme heat warnings issued for the inland valley and desert regions, it is important to avoid getting overheated. Extremely high temperatures can be dangerous to people and pets.
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For many older adults, being independent and aging in their own home for as long as possible is a priority. The County’s Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) can help. MSSP is a care management service for older adults, age 60 and older, who are eligible for Medi-Cal and at risk of being placed in a nursing facility.
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The 37th annual Veterans Village Stand Down Resource Event wrapped up a successful first day today, Aug. 8, in Liberty Station’s Central Promenade. This two-day event is a one-stop opportunity for veterans to connect with critical services, resources and support in a welcoming and safe environment.
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County public health officials have confirmed the first case of measles in the region this year in a teenage resident who had recently traveled overseas.
