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County Leadership in Health and Human Services Inspires Next Generation

Mar. 28, 2025 | 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.

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Public Art Elevates New Public Health Lab

Mar. 26, 2025 | 10:08 AM

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The County’s state-of-the-art Public Health Laboratory is nearing completion with a grand opening celebration scheduled for Spring 2025. Included in plans for the $93 million lab are three original commissioned art pieces both inside and outside the building.

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Leave Measles Out of Spring Break

Mar. 24, 2025 | 12:47 PM

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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 Raises Awareness Ahead of World Tuberculosis Day

Mar. 21, 2025 | 2:26 PM

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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 Investigating First Bird Flu Case in Cat

Feb. 26, 2025 | 11:25 AM

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County Public Health officials are investigating a suspected case of bird flu (H5N1) in a house cat from East County.