San Diego faces a severe flu season with a fourth teen death, highlighting the importance of vaccination amid low local rates and 105 total fatalities. Health officials stress it's not too late for flu shots and prevention.

A TB exposure occurred at Palomar High School between February 24 and June 5, 2024. Health officials recommend testing for symptoms like cough and fever. San Diego County sees rising TB cases.

San Diego County officials are taking steps to address the behavioral health crisis, with Mayor Todd Gloria emphasizing the need for urgent action to expand mental health and substance abuse services.

The San Diego Blood Bank calls for urgent donations due to critical supply levels, enhanced by disaster response needs. A local teen highlights the impact of blood donations.

A deer mouse in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park tested positive for hantavirus, prompting reminders on how to prevent infection, including safe cleaning practices and avoiding rodent-infested areas.

Scripps Health and Anthem Blue Cross failed to renew their contract, affecting 125,000 San Diego patients seeking healthcare coverage from January 1, 2025.

San Diego implements SB-43, redefining "grave disability" for involuntary mental health treatment, allowing longer detainment and new criteria for conservatorship. Preparations involved extensive training and could lead to more detentions.

San Diego County allocates $240,000 to buy the Diasorin Liaison XL, which speeds up TB testing. This will enhance efficiency at the new Public Health Lab, opening in 2025.

San Diego health officials link a national E. coli outbreak to Grimmway Farms organic carrots, with the public urged to dispose of these products after one death and multiple illnesses were reported.

San Diego County sees a rise in flu cases with health officials urging vaccinations ahead of the holiday season. Misconceptions about the flu vaccine are addressed, while prevention tips are highlighted.

Respiratory illnesses such as Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections and whooping cough are increasing in San Diego, with young children and teenagers being particularly affected. Health officials advocate vaccinations in response.

Nearly 2,000 people have engaged in a survey on Tijuana River Valley pollution impacts in San Diego County, with efforts ongoing to gather more input, especially regarding children's health.

San Diego County reports an increase in whooping cough cases, reaching 547 this year, with a high incidence among 11 to 17-year-olds. No deaths since 2016 have been recorded, and vaccination is strongly advocated.