Report
Infectious Disease and Vaccine Guidance on Senate Bill 1152 for San Bernardino County
San Bernardino County Public Health Administration
Persons experiencing homelessness can face significant obstacles in accessing health services including basic health screenings and immunizations. SB 1152 requires hospitals to develop a written homeless patient discharge planning policy that coordinates services and referrals with regional social services agencies, medical care and county behavioral health services. This document is aimed at identifying specific communicable disease interventions and discharge planning strategies conforming to the requirements of SB 1152.