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VIDEO: Routine Blood Donor Receives a Life Saving Transfusion

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Over the past 40 years, the County’s annual blood drive has collected thousands of units of blood from employees hoping to help someone in need. For County employee Mary-Huyen Gonzalez, being on the receiving end of this life-saving gift was unexpected and priceless.  

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Disaster CalFresh Application Deadline Extended

| 3:47 PM

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The deadline to apply for Disaster CalFresh has been extended for one more week for people affected by the Jan. 22 storm flooding.

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Edgemoor Hits a High Note

| 1:21 PM

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The power of music can cross cultural boundaries, connect people from all socio-economic backgrounds and bridge generations. When singer Andy Nahas offered to visit Edgemoor Skilled Nursing Facility in Santee to perform for clients, administrators jumped at the opportunity.

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Due to January Flood, All CalFresh Recipients Can Purchase Hot, Prepared Food For Limited Time

| 2:34 PM

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All CalFresh recipients and new Disaster CalFresh recipients can use their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Card to purchase hot and prepared food for a limited time due to the Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for the Jan. 22 storms and flooding.  

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VIDEO: County Public Health Officials Report 17 Percent Rise in TB Last Year

| 1:27 PM

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County Public Health officials are reporting a 17 percent increase in active tuberculosis (TB) cases in San Diego County. 

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TB Exposure Reported at San Diego City College  

| 7:13 PM

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The County’s Tuberculosis Program, San Diego City College (SDCC) and SDCC’s Early Education Center (EEC) are working in close collaboration to notify employees, students and children potentially exposed to tuberculosis (TB) on the SDCC campus.