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Healthy Kids Transition to Medi-Cal

As of October 1st, 2019, HPSM's Healthy Kids HMO program has ended.

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Measles Outbreak Alert

How to Protect Your Family

The U.S. is now having its largest measles outbreak in 27 years. Measles can make you and your children very sick. Children under five years old are in the most danger. About one out of five people who get measles are hospitalized. Some people even die from measles. 

Take these three steps to protect your family’s health 

  1. Get vaccinated Anyone who has not had measles shots is in danger of getting sick. Ask your doctor if your and your children’s shots are up-to-date. If not, get the shots so you don’t get measles. Your child needs two doses best given at:
    • 12 to 15 months of age and
    • 4 to 6 years old
  2. Watch for signs of measles The main signs are high fever, cough and rash. The rash may include spots in the mouth. It usually starts on the face and spreads down the body.
  3. Learn more Visit the Centers for Disease Control website at www.cdc.gov/measles.  

Did you know?

San Mateo County is one of the most at-risk places for measles in the U.S. That is because San Francisco International Airport is in the county. Measles is much more common in Europe, Asia and Africa. Travelers can bring measles back with them from other countries. Be sure to vaccinate or check with your doctor before you travel.