Your HEALTHmatters

Welcome to Your HEALTHmatters—our member blog that makes keeping up with the latest health news easy! This is where you’ll find the latest benefit information, tips and resources for a healthy, happy you! The top stories are highlighted with images, and you can find more stories listed under them. To read a story, just click the headline or the "Read more" link.

If you have questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your health care provider.

Top Stories

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  • Water Safety Is For Kids of All Ages

    Jun 24, 2026, 2:46 PM
    Water safety matters — in the bathtub, at the pool, and around beaches and lakes. Keep your whole family safe by following these water safety tips.

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  • Support For Mental Health

    Jun 24, 2026, 2:57 PM
    Taking care of your mental health helps you handle stress, be happier and achieve your goals. You pay $0 for support services like talk therapy, medicines and more.

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Birth Control Coverage

HPSM covers over-the-counter (OTC) birth control medications and products that are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Members can get them from HPSM network pharmacies with no cost-sharing or medical management limits. To find in-network pharmacies near you, search HPSM’s Provider Directory. It is online at www.hpsm.org/findprovider.

As of January 1, 2024, HPSM will not set any limits or delays on vasectomy services or procedures. That includes but is not limited to pre-approval.