Wellness Wednesday: Homelessness, mental health, tech use and health
The 2026 Point-in-Time Count found a slight decline in homelessness in San Diego County, including an 11% drop in street homelessness. But the number of homeless seniors is growing. On Midday Edition Wednesday, we talk with two leaders of local nonprofits addressing homelessness about what's working and the challenges that lie ahead. Then, we sit down with representatives from a local group spreading awareness about mental health needs within San Diego’s Vietnamese community. Plus, a new book from TED Radio Hour's Manoush Zomorodi looks into how our modern tech-filled lives is changing our bodies — and what we can do about it. Guests: Melinda Forstey , CEO, Serving Seniors Greg Anglea , CEO, Interfaith Services Tri Nguyen , licensed marriage and family therapist, counseling faculty at San Diego State University Tri Luu , board director and chair of partnerships, Vietnamese American Youth Alliance Manoush Zomorodi , host, author, "Body Electric: The Hidden Health Costs of the Digital Age and New Science to Reclaim Your Wellbeing" Resources: Vietnamese American Youth Alliance Mental Health Resources International Vietnamese Mental Health Association San Diego Access & Crisis Line - Call or text 9-8-8 OR (888) 724-7240 Yellow Chair Collective