Credit: Shutterstock First Local Detection of Hantavirus in 2025
Jan. 13, 2025 | 10:17 AMReading Time: 2 minutes
A deer mouse collected on Jan. 3, 2025, in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, has tested positive for the potentially deadly hantavirus.
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Behind the Scenes Peek at the New Public Health Lab’s Construction
Jan. 8, 2025 | 12:31 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
The County’s new state-of-the-art public health lab in Kearny Mesa is on schedule to open in spring 2025. The $93 million dollar facility will greatly expand the county’s ability to test for infectious diseases, monitor food and water safety, and test for dangerous pathogens.
Local Seniors Brush Knees in Tai Chi
Jan. 6, 2025 | 11:46 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
Older adults who stay active and fit can significantly improve their quality of life as they age. Physical activity strengthens muscles, improves bone density and builds cardiovascular health which means greater independence. It can also reduce the risk of falls and fractures. Even light activities like walking, gardening or gentle yoga can make a significant difference.
State Law Expanding Involuntary Behavioral Health Treatment Takes Effect Jan. 1
Jan. 2, 2025 | 10:40 AMReading Time: 3 minutes
The County of San Diego’s Behavioral Health Services has spent the last year organizing extensive planning and training to prepare for the biggest update to California’s civil detention and conservatorship laws in more than 50 years.
County Warns Against Raw Milk Products Amid Bird Flu Risk
Dec. 20, 2024 | 3:49 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
County public health officials are warning San Diegans not to eat or drink raw milk products or give them to their pets because of the heightened risk for H5N1, or bird flu.
Art Therapy and the Beautiful Results
Dec. 19, 2024 | 5:06 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
The process of creating art is therapeutic and can improve mental health, decrease anxiety, build self esteem and improve social skills. County Behavioral Health art programs are extremely popular and the beautiful results were on display at a public art show where clients celebrated their work with their peers and an audience.
Protect Yourself, Family and Friends from the Flu this Holiday Season
Dec. 13, 2024 | 12:58 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
As flu cases continue to increase, County public health doctors are reminding San Diegans to take care of themselves and loved ones this holiday season.