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A new San Diego County program is offering sorely needed relief to those caring for local residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. The new Respite Voucher Program, started at the request of Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Dianne Jacob, provides family members and others who need a break with a voucher to cover […]
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A total of 616 lab-confirmed influenza cases were reported last week, setting a new high for weekly totals this season, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced today.
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Seven more influenza deaths were reported locally last week, and cases also set a new high for the season, signs that influenza is still widespread in the region, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced today.
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors today voted to support State Assembly Bill 262 (AB 262), which would strengthen the authority of the County public health officer to direct actions of governments in other local jurisdictions affected by an infectious disease outbreak.
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A 14-year-old girl with an underlying medical condition died from influenza last week and is the first San Diego County child to die from the flu this season, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced today.
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A D-Day veteran will not let age slow him down. Ray Alexander, 93, stays fit by participating in the County’s Feeling Fit Club – an exercise program for older adults.
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On Valentine’s Day, the County offered free blood pressure screenings in partnership with health care providers and businesses, like this one at Northgate Market in Shelltown.
