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.

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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Stay Connected — Keep Your Info Up To Date!

Did you get a new phone number or email or move to a new address? Keeping your contact info up to date helps you stay covered, healthy and informed. And, you won’t miss important updates like:

  • Medi-Cal renewal reminders, so you get your forms on time and keep your benefits
  • Notices about changes to your benefits or new services
  • Health tips, info and reminders to help you stay well

If your info changes, take these two steps:

  1. Log in to the Member Portal (or call HPSM Member Services or the CareAdvantage Unit)
  2. So you don’t lose your Medi-Cal: report changes at www.benefitscal.com for fastest service (or call San Mateo County Human Services Agency at 1-800-223-8383)

Don’t wait to update your info. It’s quick, easy and costs nothing! Learn more.