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He thought he was healthy. Gabe Gutierrez was in his mid-20s and exercised almost daily. He was a vegetarian. But a blood pressure screening at a Love Your Heart event six years ago showed otherwise. His blood pressure was extremely high. “That can’t be right,” thought Gutierrez, who was cajoled by a co-worker into having […]
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County leaders and partners gathered to get the word out about the annual Love Your Heart event, set for Valentine’s Day. Screenings will be offered to adults at over 170 sites around the county.
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The number of influenza deaths and flu cases increased last week, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced today.
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A dozen new influenza deaths were reported last week in San Diego, though the number of flu cases dropped for the third week in a row.
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Two new, unrelated cases of active tuberculosis that may have exposed others have been reported at Sweetwater High School and Hilltop High School Learning Center, according to the San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency. Both schools are part of the Sweetwater Union High School District. “Symptoms of active TB include persistent cough, fever, […]
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Seven more San Diegans have died from influenza-related complications, bringing this season’s total to 21.
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If you are a low-income family or individual, you won’t have to pay to have your income taxes prepared. The County can help you file them for free.
