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New federal rules taking effect June 1, 2026 mean that some San Diego County residents who receive CalFresh food benefits will need to meet work or volunteer requirements to get or keep CalFresh food benefits.
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County Public Health officials are urging people at higher risk for mpox to get both doses of the JYNNEOS vaccine as cases rise statewide and globally, including reports of the more severe Clade I strain.
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Dr. Jeremy Corrigan, director of the San Diego County’s Public Health Laboratory, has received the Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) LEAD Award, a national honor recognizing outstanding leadership, advocacy and a commitment to strengthening the public health workforce.
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May is Older Americans Month, a time to promote healthy aging, highlight the challenges older adults face and celebrate efforts to enhance their quality of life. Starting May 7, the San Diego Scam Jam will be hosted in 12 cities across the county to help seniors protect themselves from fraud.
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The County is recognizing CalFresh Awareness Month this May and highlighting local outreach efforts that help residents apply for CalFresh and connect with food resources in their communities.
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County health officials are working with the San Ysidro Elementary School District to notify families and staff about a potential tuberculosis (TB) exposure at Sunset Elementary School between July 5, 2025, to Oct. 21, 2025.
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Community members are invited to join local organizations this Saturday, April 25, for the NAMIWalks San Diego, a free annual event supporting mental health awareness and wellness.