Health
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County Leadership in Health and Human Services Inspires Next Generation

| 4:05 PM

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San Diego State University students and alumni had the opportunity to learn about careers in health and human services directly from experts with the County’s Health and Human Services Agency at a 3-day career fair. The event was held this week to inspire students and alumni to pursue careers in public service.

Government
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County, State, Labor Leaders Celebrate Workers, Give Wage Theft Progress Report

| 4:56 PM

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More wage theft victims in San Diego County are getting the pay they’ve earned. County, state and labor leaders delivered that message as they gathered to celebrate workers, and report advances on addressing wage theft.  

Public Safety
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Tsunami Zone Awareness Week

| 12:13 PM

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Did you know California is in a Tsunami zone? In the case of a major earthquake, tsunami waves could be generated off the coast of California. While the probability of a tsunami is lower than in other parts of the world, the   hazard does exist and what to do in the case of emergency is important to know.

Health
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Public Art Elevates New Public Health Lab

| 10:08 AM

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The County’s state-of-the-art Public Health Laboratory is nearing completion with a grand opening celebration scheduled for Spring 2025. Included in plans for the $93 million lab are three original commissioned art pieces both inside and outside the building.