JoAnne Obata

Charting a Path to Better Health Care in 2025

The new year is already in full swing, and 2025 promises to be a pivotal one for health care in our region. From legislative shifts to evolving community needs, the landscape is changing — bringing both challenges and opportunities. This year, HASD&IC will focus on strengthening the continuum of care, addressing critical legislative developments, and fostering collaborative partnerships that drive impact. Here is a look at the key initiatives shaping our work in the year ahead.  

5 Things To Know: 211 San Diego Launches Updated Community Calendar

A regional calendar of events — that includes resource fairs, workshops, volunteer opportunities, screenings/health events, conferences, and more — is now available through 211 San Diego’s dedicated community calendar. This regional calendar gives the community access to resources via one-time or recurring events, and community members can submit events once they’ve created a free online […]

5 Things To Know: County Seeks Hosts for Blood Pressure Screening Event

The Love Your Heart (LYH) blood pressure screening event on Feb. 14 unifies community partners across the U.S. and Mexico to prevent heart disease and stroke. The event empowers the public to take control of their heart health, know their blood pressure numbers, and what they mean. LYH needs organizations from every sector in San […]

5 Things To Know: CHA Releases Summary of New Hospital Bed Tracking System

Through Assembly Bill 177 (2024), the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) received the authority and funding to implement a real-time hospital bed capacity system and has selected the Apprise Healthcare Capacity System. The state’s goal is to use this data to monitor hospital surge and system capacity, understand regional needs, develop policies, and position […]

Standing in Solidarity with Los Angeles Hospitals

As we watch Los Angeles continue to battle devasting wildfires, our thoughts and support are with our neighboring communities. We can truly empathize — the harrowing scenes in Los Angeles evoke memories of the 2003 Cedar Fire that ravaged San Diego County.