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Su***de Prevention Month is an opportunity to raise awareness about su***de and mental health. It is also an important r...
09/09/2026

Su***de Prevention Month is an opportunity to raise awareness about su***de and mental health. It is also an important reminder that help is available for those who are thinking of hurting themselves.

If you or someone you know has suicidal thoughts or a su***de plan, please reach out for help immediately. Trained counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:

- San Mateo County Crisis Hotline: call 650-579-0350
- National Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988, or visit www.988lifeline.org

Reaching out for help is a sign of strength.

Learn more about resources and covered services for HPSM members at www.hpsm.org/depression.

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Take time to prioritize your mental and physical health! Adding self-care habits to your daily routine can help you mana...
09/02/2026

Take time to prioritize your mental and physical health! Adding self-care habits to your daily routine can help you manage stress, sleep better, reduce anxiety and improve your mood. Try these self-care tips today:

- Connect with a loved one by phone or in person
- Write down your thoughts and feelings in a journal
- Learn something new, such as trying a new hobby
- Get enough sleep
- Exercise regularly
- Eat healthy and balanced meals

If you need help putting self-care into practice, support is available. Talk to your primary care provider (P*P) about how you are feeling. You can also call the ACCESS Call Center at 1-800-686-0101 to get connected with mental health and substance use services.

Learn more about self-care at www.hpsm.org/self-care-tips

Back-to-school season is a great time to schedule your child's yearly well visit with their primary care provider (P*P)....
08/26/2026

Back-to-school season is a great time to schedule your child's yearly well visit with their primary care provider (P*P).

During the well visit (or check-up), your child’s P*P will:

- Give you a chance to ask questions about your child’s health
- Track your child’s growth and development
- Offer health screenings and vaccines
- Share tips and advice to keep your child healthy
- And more!

As an HPSM member, you get these well visits at no cost. Plus, HPSM Medi-Cal members who are 12-21 years old and assigned to a San Mateo Medical Center clinic can get a $25 gift card for going to their well visit!

Call your child's P*P today to schedule a well visit. Learn more about well visits at www.hpsm.org/child-well-visits.

Staying hydrated is important for your health, especially during those hot, summer days. Dehydration (when your body doe...
08/21/2026

Staying hydrated is important for your health, especially during those hot, summer days. Dehydration (when your body doesn’t have enough water) can happen quickly – especially for children, older adults and people spending time outdoors or exercising.

Use these tips to help keep you and your family hydrated:

- Carry a reusable water bottle when you go outside
- Choose water more often than sugary drinks, like soda or juice
- Eat water-rich foods like watermelon, cucumbers and oranges
- Drink water regularly, even before you feel thirsty
- Drink more water while exercising, during high heat or if you are sick

A few extra sips can help keep your body cool, energized and ready for summer fun.

Learn more tips for staying hydrated at https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-weight-growth/water-healthy-drinks/index.html

Summer fun is here! Whether your child is playing at the park, swimming or participating in back-to-school activities, ...
08/19/2026

Summer fun is here!

Whether your child is playing at the park, swimming or participating in back-to-school activities, it’s a great time to be outdoors. It’s also an important reminder to protect your child’s eyes from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays. Their eyes are as at risk to damage from the sun’s UV rays as their skin.

Help keep their eyes healthy by:

- Choosing kid-sized sunglasses with 100% UVA and UVB protection
- Having them wear a wide-brimmed hat to shade their face
- Encouraging outdoor play in shaded areas between 10:00 am to 4:00 pm when the sun’s UV rays are strongest

Get more sun safety tips at www.hpsm.org/child-health-safety.

National Wellness Month is a great reminder to check in on your whole health – including your mental health.Taking care ...
08/05/2026

National Wellness Month is a great reminder to check in on your whole health – including your mental health.

Taking care of your mental health can help you manage stress, navigate life’s challenges and improve your quality of life. To get started:

- Talk to your primary care provider (P*P) about how you are feeling
- Get mental health care, such as talk therapy or medicine
- Add self-care habits to your routine

HPSM can help connect you to programs, covered services and resources to support your mental health.

To learn more, call HPSM’s Health Promotion Unit at 615-616-2165 or visit www.hpsm.org/member/health-tips/mental-health.

Support for your baby starts with support for you.HPSM members who are pregnant or recently welcomed a new baby can sign...
08/03/2026

Support for your baby starts with support for you.

HPSM members who are pregnant or recently welcomed a new baby can sign up for our Baby + Me Program. Through the program:

- Our staff can connect you to programs and services to support you during and after pregnancy, including getting a breast pump at no cost to you.
- Plus – Medi-Cal members participating in the program can earn up to $100 in gift cards by completing two important visits.

Learn more at www.hpsm.org/babyandme or call HPSM’s Health Promotion Unit at 650-616-2165.

August is National Breastfeeding Month! Breastfeeding is the best source of nutrition for most babies. It has health benefits for both you and your baby, including:

- Lowering your baby’s risk of certain health conditions, such as ear infections, type 1 diabetes and asthma
- Lowering your risk of certain diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and some types of cancer

As an HPSM member, you can get connected to HPSM programs and covered services to support you during and after pregnancy, including breastfeeding.

Call HPSM’s Health Promotion Unit at 650-616-2165 to learn more or visit www.hpsm.org/member/health-tips/pregnancy.

Back-to-school season is a great time to schedule your child’s yearly well visit (or checkup) with their primary care pr...
07/31/2026

Back-to-school season is a great time to schedule your child’s yearly well visit (or checkup) with their primary care provider (P*P). HPSM members get these well visits at no cost.

During a well visit, your child’s P*P will:
• Give you a chance to ask questions or share concerns you may have about your child
• Examine your child and track their growth and development
• Offer health screenings and vaccines
• Make a plan to address health concerns and share tips to keep your child healthy

Healthy habits start with regular care—call your child’s P*P today to schedule a well visit.

Learn more about well visits at www.hpsm.org/child-well-visits.

It’s Self-Care Day – so take some time to prioritize your mental and physical health! There are a lot of different ways ...
07/24/2026

It’s Self-Care Day – so take some time to prioritize your mental and physical health!

There are a lot of different ways to take care of yourself. Try adding these self-care habits into your routine:

• Exercise regularly, eat healthy and get enough sleep
• Reach out to friends and family by phone or in person
• Write down your thoughts and feelings in a journal
• Enjoy a favorite activity or try a new one
• Talk to your primary care provider (P*P) about how you are feeling

Get more self-care tips at www.hpsm.org/self-care-tips.

July is Parks and Recreation Month! Your local parks and recreation department has a lot to offer:• Get regular exercise...
07/20/2026

July is Parks and Recreation Month! Your local parks and recreation department has a lot to offer:

• Get regular exercise by joining an exercise program or class. Or exercise on foot or on wheels at your local park.
• Kids can have fun, climb and swing at the playground or join an organized sports team.
• Spending time outdoors can help lower stress and improve your mood and focus.
• Plus - HPSM Medi-Cal, CareAdvantage and ACE members may qualify for a San Mateo County Parks annual pass at no cost to them through the Mariposa Program. To apply, call 650-508-3200 or visit www.smcgov.org/form/mariposa-program

Contact your local parks and recreation department for more information on programs and classes available. For a list of parks in San Mateo County, visit www.smcgov.org/parks/list.

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