Flu Cases Outpace Last Season’s Cases
Nov. 17, 2021 | 4:51 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
Flu cases continue to outpace numbers of influenza cases compared to last season, the County Health and Human Services Agency reported today.
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Homeless Outreach Teams to Serve North County Region
Nov. 15, 2021 | 5:09 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
The County is expanding homeless outreach services by forming a North Region team to address the needs of people experiencing homelessness in North San Diego County.
County Awarded Grant for Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program
Nov. 15, 2021 | 3:52 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
The County Health & Human Services Agency, Department of Homeless Solutions and Equitable Communities has received a $125,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety to improve the safety of bicyclists, pedestrians and scooter riders.
Update: Shigella Outbreak in San Diego County — 11-12-2021
Nov. 12, 2021 | 3:27 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
The County of San Diego has announced four new shigella cases associated with an ongoing outbreak, bringing the total to 35 confirmed and three probable cases among people experiencing homelessness.
County COVID-19 Vaccination Totals Include Children Ages 5 and Older, Boosters
Nov. 10, 2021 | 5:50 PMReading Time: 3 minutes
The number of children ages 5 through 11 who have received a COVID-19 vaccine and the total number of people who have gotten a booster shot will now be reflected in the local COVID-19 vaccination reports and dashboards.
Flu Vaccinations Are Lagging in San Diego This Season
Nov. 10, 2021 | 2:59 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
Fewer San Diegans are getting vaccinated against influenza this season compared to last year, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced today.
County’s Focus on Health Equity Saving Lives
Nov. 8, 2021 | 10:02 AMReading Time: 3 minutes
Health equity is making sure social position doesn’t prevent people from reaching their full health potential.