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The measles virus could make its way to San Diego soon, with five recently confirmed measles cases in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Exposures in those counties have been reported at Disneyland, airports, restaurants, shops and other public spaces.
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The new County-funded Psychiatric Health Facility in Oceanside has completed its first month of operation, providing short-term inpatient psychiatric care a total of 31 people to date with 10 in care earlier this week.
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San Diego County today confirmed 377 suicide deaths in 2024, a 3% increase in the suicide rate from the previous year. Overall, suicide rates are down 8% from 2016 and 4% from 2020.
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The County detected hantavirus in a Western harvest mouse found near Los Penasquitos Ranch House (92129) during a routine inspection.
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County public health officials continue to encourage childhood and adolescent vaccinations recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
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For the first time, the County’s public health lab today began routine in-house wastewater testing, with the results available on an online public dashboard.
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Holiday celebrations and seasonal events are in full swing, but for children with physical disabilities or chronic health challenges, participation is often difficult and limited. To help spread the joy of the holidays, the County’s Medical Therapy Units (MTU) host several winter special events for their clients each December, including a Holly Jolly Holiday Party.
