San Mateo County Health

San Mateo County Health As a county health department, San Mateo County Health administers public health programs and provides clinical and supportive services to the community.

Our mission is to help everyone in San Mateo County live longer and better lives. Improving the quality of people's lives by preventing health issues before they occur, protecting the public's health, providing services for vulnerable populations, and building healthy communities.

There's no way to tell if a single-use propane cylinder is truly empty. Tossing these "empty" cylinders in the trash or ...
03/24/2026

There's no way to tell if a single-use propane cylinder is truly empty. Tossing these "empty" cylinders in the trash or leaving them behind poses a serious risk to people & the environment. Go green this season & choose safety and sustainability by responsibly recycling your cylinders and opting for reusables. For more info visit smchealth.org/refuel.

🌍 Today is ! TB is preventable, treatable and curable. Early testing and treatment protect our families and our communi...
03/24/2026

🌍 Today is !

TB is preventable, treatable and curable. Early testing and treatment protect our families and our community.
🔹Know the signs.
🔹Encourage testing for those at risk.
🔹Share accurate information to reduce stigma.

Ending TB starts with strong primary care, innovation and community action. Together, with the San Mateo County TB Program, we can make it happen!

Learn more: https://www.paho.org/en/campaigns/world-tuberculosis-day-2026

The best way to be ready for any type of emergency is to prepare, plan and respond. Start by meeting with a trusted leg...
03/23/2026

The best way to be ready for any type of emergency is to prepare, plan and respond.

Start by meeting with a trusted legal service provider. Create a plan for your family. Know your rights and memorize the Rapid Response Hotline Number: 203-666-4472.

Find information including plan templates, red cards and legal assistance here: www.SmcRapidResponse.org

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Learn which sport-caught fish in San Mateo County are safest to feed your loved ones. Find free, multilingual guides at ...
03/20/2026

Learn which sport-caught fish in San Mateo County are safest to feed your loved ones. Find free, multilingual guides at smchealth.org/fishsmart.

♻️ Free Tire Drop-Off Event! 🛞📅 Apr 11 | ⏰ 10AM–2PM📍 Pescadero High SchoolBring up to 9 passenger tires per vehicle (R19...
03/19/2026

♻️ Free Tire Drop-Off Event! 🛞

📅 Apr 11 | ⏰ 10AM–2PM
📍 Pescadero High School

Bring up to 9 passenger tires per vehicle (R19.5 or smaller, rims OK).

Let’s keep tires out of landfills and off our roads!

Recent changes to Medi-Cal and CalFresh could impact you and your family—and we want to make sure you have clear, reliab...
03/19/2026

Recent changes to Medi-Cal and CalFresh could impact you and your family—and we want to make sure you have clear, reliable information.

Join San Mateo County for a Facebook Live conversation where County staff will break down the latest updates, explain what they may mean for residents and answer your questions live. In partnership with the County Human Services Agency and the Office of Community Affairs Immigrant Services team.

Tune in, get informed and bring your questions on Wednesday March 25, 2026:
🔸6:00-6:30 in English
🔸6:30-7:00pm in Spanish
www.facebook.com/CountyofSanMateo

RSV is spreading in California, and babies are most at risk. It’s the leading cause of hospitalization in U.S. infants u...
03/18/2026

RSV is spreading in California, and babies are most at risk. It’s the leading cause of hospitalization in U.S. infants under 1. Protect your baby with RSV immunization—recommended between October 1 and April 30 for:
▪️ Infants under 8 months (if mother wasn’t vaccinated during pregnancy)
▪️ High-risk children between 8–19 months

Immunization helps prevent serious illness and hospitalization.
👶 Talk to your pediatrician to see if your child is eligible.
📲 Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/RSV.aspx

🌈 Follow the rainbow to responsible recycling! You’re in luck - there are over 80 locations to properly recycle paint, b...
03/17/2026

🌈 Follow the rainbow to responsible recycling! You’re in luck - there are over 80 locations to properly recycle paint, batteries, fluorescent lights, and used motor oil and filters for free in San Mateo County! Visit smchealth.org/hhw-most-wanted for more information. Have more types of household hazardous waste to dispose of? Book an appointment with us at smchealth.org/hhw-appt.

Changes are coming to Medi-Cal and CalFresh in San Mateo County. It can feel confusing, but there are simple steps you c...
03/16/2026

Changes are coming to Medi-Cal and CalFresh in San Mateo County. It can feel confusing, but there are simple steps you can take now:

🔸Update your info at BenefitsCal.com
🔸Open and respond to mail from the County
🔸Renew on time

Need help? 📞Call 1-800-223-8383 or visit a Human Services Agency office.

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Did you know that just one quart of improperly disposed motor oil can contaminate up to 250,000 gallons of water? Yikes!...
03/15/2026

Did you know that just one quart of improperly disposed motor oil can contaminate up to 250,000 gallons of water? Yikes! Luckily, you can recycle them at collection centers or curbside! Get the details at smchealth.org/usedoil.

Feeling lucky? Pledge to never refill a single-use 1-lb. propane cylinder & to make the switch to reusable cylinders at ...
03/13/2026

Feeling lucky? Pledge to never refill a single-use 1-lb. propane cylinder & to make the switch to reusable cylinders at smchealth.org/refuel. You can enter to win a free reusable 1-lb. propane cylinder when you make the pledge.

⚠️Clear out your hazardous clutter! A household hazardous waste drop-off event is happening in Pacifica this Saturday th...
03/10/2026

⚠️Clear out your hazardous clutter! A household hazardous waste drop-off event is happening in Pacifica this Saturday the 14th! 📆Make a free appointment at smchealth.org/hhw-appt.

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