On June 12, the County of San Diego released a $9.16 billion revised recommended 2026-27 budget that reflects public feedback. The revised budget is $3.8 million larger than the recommended budget released on May 18 and $522 million larger than the 2025-26 budget. It is scheduled for consideration and possible adoption by the Board of Supervisors on June 25.
An advisory from the California Health Alert Network notes that, although no World Cup matches will be held in San Diego County, large numbers of international travelers are expected to arrive via Tijuana’s airport and pass through to Los Angeles.
Hospitals providing behavioral health services are urged to register for a Department of Health Care Access and Information webinar on June 9 at 2:30 p.m. (PT) to learn about the Medi‑Cal Behavioral Health Recruitment and Retention Program.
Recordings are available of recent calls from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Infectious Disease Society of America that provided updates for health care providers.
Recordings are available of recent calls from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Infectious Disease Society of America that provided updates for health care providers.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has released All-Facilities Letter (AFL) 26-17, which informs acute psychiatric hospitals of the nurse staffing ratios that took effect on June 1.
The event will feature an afternoon of live entertainment, vendors, and culture to celebrate Juneteenth on June 13 from noon to 4 p.m. at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sports Pavilion.
As reported in last week’s CHA News, the Office of Health Care Affordability (OHCA) board met May 27 to continue its enforcement discussion, which may include penalties in the tens — or even hundreds — of millions of dollars per hospital.
Last week, the San Diego County Health and Safety Act (a measure that would raise the sales tax by a half-cent across San Diego County) qualified for the November ballot. This citizens’ initiative — which is supported by nonprofit and labor organizations, including HASD&IC — is focused on protecting health care, childcare and public safety, and addressing the Tijuana River sewage crisis.
During this Mental Health Awareness Month, we are reminded that behavioral health is an essential part of overall health. Increasingly, the pressures facing our communities — from economic instability to policy changes affecting access to basic needs like nutrition support, including loss of CalFresh benefits under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — are contributing to heightened stress and mental health challenges.