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Susan Murphy

Health Reporter

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Susan Murphy is a former health reporter for KPBS, providing in-depth coverage of a variety of issues that impact San Diego County and the Imperial Valley — from infectious diseases and mental health to health care policy and medical breakthroughs. Susan started working in the KPBS Newsroom in 2003. She graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor's degree in journalism.

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KPBS Midday Edition

Elderly Activists March On, Speak Out Ahead Of Election

Susan Murphy

They were young liberal activists decades ago. Now in their 80s and 90s, these San Diego County women aren’t letting their canes or walkers slow them down.
KPBS Midday Edition

San Diego Homelessness Advisor Reflects On Challenging Year

Susan Murphy

Sporting a suit and tie with a shaved head and tattoo on his neck, Herrera, 32, has been on the front lines of the nation’s 4th largest homeless crisis for ten months. He spends much of his time getting to know the people he’s working to help.
Politics

District 6 Council Candidates Outline Plans On Housing, Sewage Pipeline, Homelessness

Susan Murphy

The District 6 San Diego City Council campaign trail is heating up in the final sprint to the June primary election. The candidates seek to replace incumbent Chris Cate, actively participating in forums and debates.
Politics

Council Candidates Talk Vacation Rentals, Homelessness In District 2 Race

Susan Murphy

With the June 5 primary election fast approaching, six candidates vying to unseat incumbent Lorie Zapf in the race for San Diego City Council District 2 are pushing hard in the home stretch.
Environment

San Diego's Rainy Season Moving Out, Dry Stretch Setting In

Susan Murphy

Light rain showers are in the forecast for San Diego on Tuesday, but the much needed wetness is not expected to put a dent in the region’s unprecedented precipitation deficit.
San Diego County Faces Rise In Dementia Patients

City News Service

Susan Murphy

Two studies released Friday indicate San Diego County will see increasingly devastating health and economic effects from dementia-related diseases in coming years.