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.

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  • Your Yearly Well Visit Matters!

    Apr 16, 2026, 2:09 PM
    Even when you feel healthy, a yearly checkup with your primary care provider is a good idea. There’s no cost for the well visit. HPSM covers it 100%, so schedule yours today!

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The Flu Vaccine is Usually Available Starting Late September

The flu vaccine lowers your chances of getting sick from the flu. If you don’t get the flu, you can’t spread it to your family. Everyone six months and older should get the flu vaccine.

Getting the vaccine is easy. You can either:

  • Call your primary care provider (PCP) to schedule a visit.
  • Ask your local pharmacy if they have the vaccine.

Learn more about the flu vaccine and how to get it.