Live Well San Diego-Institutions of Higher Education July Newsletter

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Live Well San Diego Institutions of Higher Education

July 2024

Table of Contents

Public Health Updates
Announcements for IHEs
Announcements for Students

San Diego Hunger Coalition

The San Diego Hunger Coalition recently released their Summer 2024 San Diego Food Assistance brochures. These brochures provide information on the locations and hours of food pantries and distribution centers that are open to all, as well as CalFresh registration information! The brochure is available in 13 languages including English, Spanish, Tagalog, and many others. Click here to learn more about available food resources county wide and view the flyers!

Public Health Updates

Mosquito Borne Illnesses

According to CDPH, June through September is prime mosquito season in California, with peak activity happening in August. Mosquito bites can spread diseases like West Nile virus. Mosquito bites can be prevented by using repellent registered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on all exposed skin. To learn more about mosquitoes and mosquito borne diseases, click here.

World Hepatitis Day - July 28

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority health recognizes July 28 as World Hepatitis Day. This year, World Hepatitis Day aims to raise awareness about the global impact of viral hepatitis and bring about significant changes that facilitate prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. To learn how you can get involved in the fight against viral hepatitis or to download campaign materials and resources, visit the World Hepatitis Day website.

Announcements for IHEs

Centers for AIDS Research Grant

The National Institute of Health recently announced that applications are being accepted for their Centers for AIDS Research Grant. Funding from this grant will provide administrative and shared research support to enhance HIV/AIDS research by providing core facilities, expertise, resources, and services not readily obtained otherwise through more traditional funding mechanisms. Applications are due August 4.

Rural Emergency Medical Communications Grant

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security recently announced that they are accepting applications for the Rural Emergency Medical Communications Demonstration Project Grant. Institutions of Higher education are eligible recipients, and funding will be used to examine communications barriers and identify solutions that enhance existing emergency communications infrastructure to improve the delivery of rural medical care. Applications are due August 9.

Announcements for Students

Music in the Park

On Saturday, July 20, starting at 2:00 PM the City of Chula Vista will be celebrating National Parks and Recreation Day with a community fair followed by live music at Memorial Park. This event is free and open to all. Click here to view the event flyer!

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