County Supervisors OK Youth Behavioral Health Services Access

The board voted in favor of a proposal to upgrade behavioral health infrastructure, services and staffing to help children and young people.

County Supervisors OK Deal For Mental Health Care At UCSD

The facility, previously called Alvarado Hospital, will have 30 new inpatient psychiatric beds and a short-term crisis stabilization unit.

Scripps Memorial Hospital Celebrates Centennial Anniversary

Scripps is the region's oldest health system.

Bird Flu Detected In Wastewater In San Diego County

The virus was detected in wastewater testing on Sept. 1, but there have been no confirmed human cases, according to Public Health Services​.

Deadly Hantavirus Found In 2 Mice In San Diego County

While exposure to hantavirus is rare, officials warned people should be careful around wild rodents because there is no cure or vaccine.

County Tracking 3 Unrelated Cases Of Tuberculosis

TB is a disease transmitted from person-to-person through inhalation of the bacteria from the air.

SDSU HealthLink Center Gets $22M For Projects For Underserved People

The funding will support SDSU and SDSU Imperial Valley health research and services through March 2029, according to a university statement.

Measles Case Confirmed In 13-Month Old In San Diego County

It's the fourth confirmed case of measles this year in the county.

Sharp HealthCare Workers Picket, Bringing Protest To Chula Vista

The demonstrations mark the third week of protests over safety, wages and staffing.

UCSD Scientist Among Those Granted $6.9M For Alzheimer's Study

The new grant is intended help the researchers demonstrate a drug's safety in formal studies required by the FDA.

Unionized Pediatric Nurses Ratify Contract, Avoiding Weeklong Strike

"Rady Children's values every member of our workforce and will focus on moving forward as a united Team Rady."

Nurses Union Enters Agreement With Rady Children's Hospital

Days ahead of a planned strike, unionized nurses reached a tentative contract agreement with Rady Children's Hospital.

Rady Children's Hospital Nurses Reject Latest Contract Offer

The nurses' most recent contract expired June 30, and they conducted a two-day strike in late July.

​Possible TB Exposure​ Reported At San Diego Area High School

TB is an airborne disease that is transmitted from person-to-person through inhalation of the bacteria from the air.

Health Officials Remind Families To Get Kids Vaccinated Before School

"This exciting time for families is a good opportunity to get the kids up to date on their vaccines," said Dr. Kelly Motadel.

Rady Children's Hospital Nurses Strike After Rejecting Hospital Offer

The union accused the hospital of refusing to meet reasonable demands.

County Warns​ Of Possible TB Exposure At Paul Mirabile Center

Tuberculosis is an airborne disease that is transmitted from person-to-person through inhalation of the bacteria from the air.

San Diego Hospitals Among Best In U.S., New Ranking Says

U.S. News evaluated more than 5,000 hospitals based on their performance across 30 medical and surgical services.

As COVID Cases Rise, Health Officials Encourage Vaccinations, Testing

"We are recommending everyone take precautions so people can enjoy summer activities and stay healthy."

Nurses At Rady Children's Hospital Vote To Go On Strike

"Rady Children's Hospital has forced our hand," said Katie Langenstrass, Executive Director of UNOCH Teamsters Local 1699.

San Diego Trolley Riders Alerted Of TB Exposure: What To Know

Did you use the San Diego trolley in recent days? You may have been exposed to tuberculosis, the health department says.

Supervisors OK $26M For Substance Abuse Facility Upgrade

Supervisors voted unanimously in favor of upgrading the Substance Use Residential and Treatment Services facility in National City.

​13-Month-Old Diagnosed With Measles​ In San Diego County

The case is the third confirmed case of measles in the region this year.

Walnuts Sold In San Diego Area Stores Linked To E. Coli Outbreak

So far, 12 people have been sickened and seven have been hospitalized, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

11 Norovirus Cases Reported In San Diego County

The cases have been linked to frozen oysters imported from South Korea, public health officials announced.

San Diego Area Hospital Named Among Top 100 Hospitals In U.S.: Report

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas​ was the only hospital in Southern California on the PINC AI 2024 list.

Second Measles Case Confirmed In San Diego County

People may have been exposed to the virus at several places in Carlsbad and Encinitas, health officials said. See the list of places.

San Diego Among Healthiest Cities In U.S.: Report

A recent report ranked the healthiest and unhealthiest cities in the U.S. See where three cities in San Diego County landed on the list.

Babies Born With Syphilis On The Rise In San Diego County

Congenital syphilis ​can lead to miscarriage, stillbirth, major health problems in babies, and even death, if not treated, officials said.

How Healthy Is San Diego County: By The Numbers

Here's a snapshot of San Diego County and how it compares to California and the nation on selected measures.

County Supervisors OK Proposal To Reduce Health Care Costs

The plan calls for increasing reimbursement rates for Medi-Cal recipients and reducing the cost of prescription drugs for San Diegans.

17% Increase In Tuberculosis Cases Reported In San Diego County

"We are seeing more cases of TB, not just in San Diego County, but around the state," said Dr. Wilma Wooten, county public health officer.

San Diego Hospitals Ranked Among Best In World: Newsweek

The annual ranking of the world's best hospitals evaluated 2,400 institutions across 30 countries. Here's how San Diego hospitals stack up.

NICU Babies Dress Up For Valentine's Day At Rady Children's Hospital

The babies celebrated their first Valentine's Day with a special photoshoot. See the adorable photos.

Foundation Pledges $2M To Rady For Kawasaki Disease Research

Kawasaki disease is a rare condition that typically affects children and can be life-threatening if not treated quickly.

County Supervisors Advance 'Street Health' Proposal

The initiative aims to help homeless people with behavioral health care, vaccine access and self- sufficiency programs.

County Supervisors Narrowly Back Newsom's Mental Health Plan

The board voted in favor of a resolution to support Gov. Gavin Newsom's $6 billion bond measure to modernize the Mental Health Services Act.

San Diego Area Hospitals Among Best In Country: New Ranking

Healthgrades evaluated and named America's Best Hospitals of 2024. Did your hospital make the grade?

Raw Oyster Investigation​ Expanded After More Sickened In San Diego

The San Diego area norovirus outbreak now includes 69 confirmed and probable cases, according to the county.

Deadly Hantavirus Found In Mouse In San Diego County

While exposure to hantavirus is rare, officials warned people should be careful around wild rodents because there is no cure or vaccine.