​🌱Free Emergency Mental Health Care For Veterans + Child Vaccinations

Hello, everyone! Bettyann Pernice here with your Sunday edition of the San Diego Daily. Sip that latte/Chai tea, munch on that blueberry muffin, and read on to learn what's happening around town today.

• New mental healthcare: Free Emergency Mental Care For Veterans
• Child Vaccination rates are falling
• City closures on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy, a shower; cool.☔ High: 61, Low: 54.

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Here are three of the top stories today in San Diego:

1. Every day, 17 veterans suffering with mental health issues take their own lives. Starting next week, veterans who experience anxiety, depression, PTSD, or suffer with suicidal tendencies can qualify for free emergency mental health care. Even if they are not in the VA health care system, veterans can receive up to 30 days of inpatient care, followed by 90 days outpatient care thereafter. The goal is to help prevent suicide among the 18 million veterans throughout the country, many of whom are right here in San Diego. (NBC 7 San Diego)
2. The CDC reports that hundreds of thousands of kids are not fully vaccinated. The current rate of vaccination is at 93%, down from 95% pre-COVID-19. Local physicians are urging parents to vaccinate their kids before measles and polio reappear. Stay safe, vaccinate! (NBC San Diego)
3. Wondering which City of San Diego services will be open on Monday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Services such as police, fire, emergency medical services, trash collection, and others will be available. Services such as city swimming pools, recreation centers, and libraries will be closed. Need help in relation to domestic violence – call the Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-888-385-4657, or call 911 if it is an immediate danger. (FOX 5 San Diego)

Today in San Diego:

• Cars & Coffee — San Diego Automotive Museum. (7:30 a.m.)
• Winter Bridal Bazaar 2023 — San Diego Convention Center. (8:30 a.m.)
• Live Music at the Ferry Landing — Coronado Ferry Center. (1 p.m.)
• Edgar Allan Poe’s Gruesome Gallery of Grotesquerie — Casa del Prado Theatre. (2 p.m.)
• San Diego Monster Jam Stadium Championship Series — Snapdragon Stadium. (3 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Adoption happy hour: "There's nothing like seeing a rescue pet living the life they deserve! Adopters Meagan and Evan share how Dozer became the perfect fur addition to their family in today's #AdoptionHappyHour!" (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)
• Police work dog: "K9 Kubo is enjoying some sunshine before the rain comes. Just look at him soaking up the rays and begging for a belly rub! #policedog #police #workingdog #dog #dogs #dogsofinstagram #policeofficer #handler #officer #dogstagram #policedog" (San Diego Police Department via Facebook)
• Mayor Gloria waives adoption fees: "BIG NEWS! We're partnering with San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria to waive adoptions fees for the first 100 adult dogs (7 months and older) adopted this Friday through Sunday, Jan. 13-15!" (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)
• Vaccinate your rabbits against deadly RHDV2: "Be sure your rabbit is protected against RHDV2! Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus Type 2 (RHDV2) is a contagious and fatal disease for rabbits. If your pet is not yet vaccinated, you’re in luck! Several appointments are still available." (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)
• Watch for vibrant color on blooms: "Viva Magenta! Pantone's 2023 Color of the Year is described by the brand as a brave, fearless shade rooted in nature, and pulsating with joy and optimism. Keep an eye out for this vibrant color that can be found in many beautiful blooms throughout the garden." (San Diego Botanic Garden via Facebook)

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That's it for today. I'll see you soon!

— Bettyann Pernice

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