How to Beat the “Holiday Blues”
Nov. 27, 2012 | 11:41 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
The holidays can make some people feel lonely and anxious. Here are some tips to keep the “holiday blues” at bay.
Health
A Feast for Special Children
Nov. 21, 2012 | 3:35 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
Chef Isa Olloni will be creating a special Thanksgiving meal for children in protective custody at Polinsky Children’s Center.
Protect Your Family Against Whooping Cough
Nov. 21, 2012 | 12:14 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
Two students at a local elementary were diagnosed with whooping cough, also called pertussis, a respiratory illness that is highly contagious, County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) officials said.
Woman Dies from Flu
Nov. 21, 2012 | 9:44 AMReading Time: 2 minutes
An 89-year-old woman died from influenza, the first local death reported this flu season.
County Kicks Off Student Activation Project with Local Universities
Nov. 21, 2012 | 9:22 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
As an extension of its Housing Matters campaign, the County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) recently launched the Student Activation Project at universities across the county in an effort to reach a younger audience.
First 5 San Diego Highlights Accomplishments
Nov. 20, 2012 | 2:11 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
First 5 San Diego is having a significant positive impact on the county’s youngest children, according to the organization’s recently released annual report.
Hot Tips to Enjoy a Delicious (and bacteria-free) Thanksgiving!
Nov. 19, 2012 | 5:05 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
Make sure ’tis NOT the season for bacteria, salmonella, listeria or other food-borne sickness!