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Now Is the Right Time to Get Updated COVID and Flu Vaccines

Bay Area Health Officials Recommend Fall 2025 Updated Vaccines in Alignment with State of California Guidance

San Francisco Department of Public Health Releases 2024 HIV Epidemiology Annual Report

Report shows a slight increase in new HIV diagnoses in San Francisco in 2024 compared to the record low reported in 2023

Mayor Lurie Celebrates New Recovery and Treatment Centers Serving Clients

Approximately 200 New Beds Will Add Comprehensive and Compassionate Recovery Services, Creating Pathway to Stability for People Struggling with Homelessness and Behavioral Health Issues; Continues Rapid Expansion of Interim Housing Capacity and Treatment Resources Under Mayor Lurie's Breaking the Cycle Initiative

Local Health Officers Urge Bay Area Families To Prioritize Immunizations In Back-to-School Preparations

As children and families across the Bay Area prepare for the upcoming school year, Bay Area health officials urge everyone to make sure your back-to-school checklist starts with getting your child vaccinated.

San Francisco Department of Public Health Celebrates Opening of New and Improved AITC Immunization & Travel Clinic

SAN FRANCISCO – The San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) today celebrated the opening of the ...

Mayor Lurie Signs Supervisor Dorsey's Recovery First Legislation, Building on Work to Tackle Behavioral Health and Homelessness Crisis

Mayor Daniel Lurie today signed new “Recovery First” legislation, another step in his administration’s work to support San Franciscans in recovery and tackle the city’s behavioral health and homelessness crisis.

Mayor Lurie Launches Breaking The Cycle Fund To Deliver Transformation Of City's Behavioral Health and Homelessness Response

As City Faces Historic Budget Deficit, Fund Launches With $37.5 Million in Initial Private Funding Commitments. Mayor Lurie’s Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance—Passed 10-1 by Board of Supervisors—Unlocked Path to Leveraging Private Funds to Tackle Behavioral Health and Homelessness Crisis

Mayor Lurie Opens 279 New Recovery And Treatment Beds, Delivering Significant Progress On His "Breaking The Cycle" Vision For Tackling Homelessness And Behavioral Health Crisis

New Recovery Beds and Expanded Treatment Beds Across Five Sites Will Offer Targeted Wraparound Services on Path to Long-Term Stability

San Francisco Department of Public Health Encourages Mpox Vaccination for a Healthy and Fun Summer

Department to host free mpox vaccine event for eligible people in advance of Pride events