Health officials linked a norovirus outbreak to raw oysters from Mexico, warning Southern California restaurants to stop serving them and investigating the issue further.

UC San Diego School of Medicine received a $5 million AHRQ grant to start the Center for Learning Health Systems Science, aiming to solve healthcare issues and improve practice through a new dynamic interdisciplinary field.

San Diego County issued a rain advisory and closures for all beaches due to potential bacterial spikes from urban runoff, urging the public to avoid water contact post-rainfall.

A confirmed active tuberculosis case was reported at Mission Valley YMCA in San Diego, prompting health officials to advise visitors between Mar 5 and Oct 30, to check their health.

Health officials have issued closures and advisories for San Diego County beaches due to high bacteria levels, affecting several popular areas and posing risks to beachgoers.

San Diego County is distributing free COVID-19 test kits and masks at Dove Library and the Senior Center in Carlsbad, available on a first-come, first-served basis with a limit of one per person.

UC San Diego researchers have shown that enzymes can transcribe artificial DNA just like natural DNA, potentially enabling the creation of novel proteins.

San Diego officials urge vaccinations against COVID-19, flu, and RSV amid a rise in respiratory illnesses and increased hospitalizations, emphasizing the importance of vaccines and preventive measures.

Rady Children’s Hospital and CHOC plan to merge into Rady Children’s Health, aiming to enhance pediatric care in Southern California, pending regulatory approval.

The U.S. Border Patrol warns migrants of the risks posed by cold weather in San Diego County, noting past tragedies and emphasizing the dangers of illegal crossings, especially in mountainous areas.

The City of Solana Beach released a holiday recycling guide to educate citizens on proper waste disposal and reduce environmental impact from post-holiday clutter.

The Free4Me program in San Diego County, which provides free menstrual products, won the 2023 California State Association of Counties Challenge Award.

UC San Diego Health has named Dr. Karandeep Singh as the inaugural Chief Health AI Officer, tasked with integrating AI into healthcare to improve patient outcomes.