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The number of measles cases in the United States continues to grow this year. While a large outbreak is centered in Texas and New Mexico, there are over 400 confirmed cases across 19 states and at least two confirmed fatalities. The best way to protect yourself and your family from measles is with a vaccine.
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County Public Health Services is raising awareness about tuberculosis—a preventable and curable disease—ahead of World Tuberculosis Day on Monday, March 24.
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County Public Health officials are investigating a suspected case of bird flu (H5N1) in a house cat from East County.
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Inside the Southeastern Live Well Center, a Community Based Organizations (CBO) Suite is available to local groups who serve the community. The workspace is free to use and an ideal location for organizations that don’t have a budget for a permanent office.
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Board and care homes serve adults and seniors with serious behavioral health conditions who need specialized care. Though they fill a critical need, rising costs have many of these residential care facilities struggling to keep their doors open. A state grant program was recently created to help preserve and avoid closures and make some much needed property improvements.
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The County’s Love Your Heart campaign is celebrating 14 years of spreading awareness about the silent dangers of heart disease. San Diegans are invited to get a free blood pressure screening at locations throughout the county and Mexico.
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County public health officials are reminding everyone, particularly families with children and teenagers, that it is not too late to get the flu vaccine.
