CDC investigates health risks linked to Tijuana River sewage flow affecting San Diego County.

The CDC will investigate potential health risks linked to sewage flowing from the Tijuana River into southern San Diego County. The investigation will be conducted by the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, which will collect data from federal, state, and local health agencies. Local lawmakers requested the investigation to assess the connection between sewage pollution and community-reported increases in gastrointestinal illnesses. The time frame for the review process depends on the complexity of the data received.

August 09, 2024
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