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HIGHLIGHTS
Record Flu Deaths Reported in San Diego; Cases Down Again
The number of flu deaths reported in San Diego County reached a new high, while at the same time lab-confirmed cases went down again, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced today.
A total of 142 flu deaths have been reported through Jan. 13, 2018, the highest ever since the County began tracking fatalities about 20 years ago. The previous deadliest flu season was in 2014-15, when 97 deaths were reported.
Also the number of lab-confirmed cases dropped for the second week in a row from 3,046 to 2,070, a sign that although flu activity is still elevated, it may have peaked.  Read more...
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DATA UPDATES
Investigate mosquito-borne disease referrals within one business day
Through timely investigations of reported mosquito-borne illness, the Vector Control Program reduces the spread of disease by implementing appropriate interventions.  From January through March 100% of referrals received were investigated within one business day. 
Increase Percent of Farmers' Markets accepting Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT)
AWM and HHSA are continuing to partner in promoting the acceptance of EBT at Certified Farmers' Markets (CFMs), focusing on those CFMs adjacent to underserved communities where it makes the most business sense to offer EBT. We are planning to have a second annual USDA Retail Signup Event coupled with the annual Direct Marketing 101 workshop. We are also exploring an awareness outreach pilot focusing on increasing community support and participation for a CFM in or near an underserved community. 
Number of Code Compliance cases closed through June 2018
Residents want a safe, health and thriving community that they can be proud of.  By tracking code compliance cases, we can monitor the impact being made as we resolve issues surrounding graffiti, zoning violations and other public safety and aesthetics concerns and identify areas for improvement. One of our primary objectives is to educate community members about County codes and regulations. We work with and encourage residents to voluntarily resolve compliance issues on their properties.