The HASD&IC Biweekly Briefing provides timely news and information for HASD&IC members and associates and is published on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Key articles and issues of interest from each publication, along with the President’s Message, are included below.
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Hospitals Will Continue to Protect and Heal Those in Need
Across the country, and here in California, as federal agents continue aggressive immigration enforcement, questions have been popping up among health care providers and patients alike about their security when accessing hospital care and other resources.
5 Things To Know: San Diego Resilient Response Fund Launches to Support Nonprofits
Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties has announced that applications are open for the new San Diego Resilient Response Fund. The fund is a collective effort by local funders, created to provide timely, flexible funding for organizations navigating the impacts of shifting federal policies and funding. Nonprofits may apply for funding in one of four categories: event and meeting support, immediate organizational needs, strategic response, or collaborative response.
5 Things To Know: DHCS to Host CDC Update Webinar
On June 24, the Department of Health Care Services will host a webinar from noon to 1:30 p.m. (PT) to discuss updates for various 2024 guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The webinar will highlight key updates for clinicians, including new recommendations for individuals with chronic kidney disease, revised risk categories for depot-medroxyprogesterone acetate users, expanded guidance on intrauterine device-related pain management, and updated contraceptive counseling best practices. Advance registration is required.
Associate Member Spotlight: Falck Mobile Health
As a partner to local communities, Falck helps people in urgent need and brings peace of mind to their customers by providing emergency response and health care services wherever they are needed.
Associate Member Spotlight: Anthem Blue Cross
Anthem Blue Cross understands that health connects people to each other and the actions of others impact those around them. That’s why Anthem is dedicated to delivering better care to members, providing greater value to customers, and helping improve the health of communities.
5 Things To Know: Pandemic-Level Hunger Returns to San Diego
The San Diego Hunger Coalition has released new data showing that nutrition insecurity in San Diego County has increased to pandemic-era levels, with 26% of the population now facing hunger. This surge is driven by multiple factors: fear due to intensive immigration enforcement activity, widespread layoffs, the elimination of federally funded programs, and concerns about a potential recession. More information is available in a San Diego Hunger Coalition press release.
5 Things To Know: Community Feedback Sought for San Diego County’s Annual HUD Plan
San Diego County Housing and Community Development Services seeks the community’s input on how to prioritize funding for housing, community improvements, and economic development initiatives. This feedback will be used to develop the 2026-27 Annual Plan, which is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Feedback is welcome online and at various community and virtual events, the last of which will take place via Microsoft Teams on June 20.
5 Things To Know: Imperial County Board of Supervisors Appoints New County Executive Officer
The Imperial County Board of Supervisors has appointed Kathleen Lang, DPA, as the new county executive officer, effective June 27. Previously, Dr. Lang served as a representative of HealthNet and worked with the Imperial County Local Health Authority Commission, where she led implementation of the California Accountable Communities for Health Initiative, the Whole Person Care Initiative, the Health Home Program, and the California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal initiative. Given her extensive background, Dr. Lang is poised to lead Imperial County into its next chapter.
Join Leaders from Across the Continuum for a Regional Dialogue on Post-Acute Care Transitions
Join thought leaders, health plans, and providers in both acute and post-acute systems of care to solve shared challenges, enhance collaboration, and achieve better outcomes across the region.
HASD&IC Board Meeting Highlights
The HASD&IC Board of Directors convened on May 21. Board Chair and Palomar Health CEO Diane Hansen, CPA, officiated.
