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 healthcare provider.

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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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Need a Ride? Our Quick Tips Can Help.

HPSM Medi-Cal and CareAdvantage members with no other form of transportation can use the HPSM Ride Benefit to get to approved healthcare visits and back home safely. 

The HPSM Ride Benefit is only for health related trips — not rides to school, the grocery store or government offices.

Follow these Ride Quick Tips when you book your ride:

  1. Call American Logistics (AL) at least two business days before your appointment.
    • Medi-Cal members: 1-844-856-4389
    • CareAdvantage members1-877-356-1080
  2. Be ready with your information:
    • Your HPSM member ID and phone number
    • Date and time of your appointment
    • Pickup address and where you’re going
  3. If you asked for a return ride, call AL right after your visit. A driver will pick you up and drive you home.

Learn more about the HPSM Ride Benefit. If your medical needs prevent you from being able to ride in a car, bus or taxi, call HPSM for assistance.