May 3, 2019 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
Health Plan of San Joaquin’s Chief Medical Officer, Lakshmi Dhanvanthari, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician. Dr. Lakshmi has an important message for all parents, whether or not they are members of HPSJ, the largest local, non-profit public health plan – “Measles is making a comeback because people are traveling to and returning from countries that […]
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Flu Season is Coming – It’s best to get your flu shot early
September 6, 2019 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
At last! We are getting a break from all of that summer heat. That can mean only one thing: It’s almost flu season. “Flu can be harmful for kids and households. According to the federal Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC), between 6,000 and 26,000 children younger than 5 are sent to the hospital [...]Read more
Test your cholesterol smarts
August 13, 2019 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
Across the country, September is Cholesterol Teaching Month. Do you know what you should about cholesterol—how to keep it at a healthy level to help stop heart disease? “These FIVE MUST-KNOW facts about cholesterol can help you get started,” says HPSJ Health Education Specialist Jessica Nila. 1. Your body needs cholesterol. This waxy substance is […]
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HPSJ Celebrates Men’s Health with a Reminder to ALL GUYS – Get critical exams & screenings
July 9, 2019 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
“Gentlemen, rev up your engines! When it comes to fine-tuning your health, put yourself in the driver’s seat. Eat right, stay active, and get routine health exams, screenings, and shots to make sure you stay running as smooth as your wheels.” – HPSJ Health Education Manager Matthew Boga, MPH Step on it, with these FOUR [...]Read more
With Measles Cases Rising, Advice from Health Plan of San Joaquin
May 3, 2019 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
Health Plan of San Joaquin’s Chief Medical Officer, Lakshmi Dhanvanthari, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician. Dr. Lakshmi has an important message for all parents, whether or not they are members of HPSJ, the largest local, non-profit public health plan – “Measles is making a comeback because people are traveling to and returning from countries that […]
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Adult Vaccines: 7 reasons to roll up your sleeve
April 8, 2019 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
Adult Vaccines 7 reasons to roll up your sleeve ADULT VACCINES: 7 REASONS TO ROLL UP YOUR SLEEVE (French Camp, CA) – Health Plan of San Joaquin wants San Joaquin and Stanislaus county adults to know that shots are not just for kids. “Check out this list of reasons why you shouldn’t skimp on adult [...]Read more
Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) asks: Do you know the warning signs of breast cancer?
March 1, 2019 / by Health Plan / Health Articles, Press Releases
Ask a woman to name a sign or symptom of breast cancer, and chances are she’d say a lump in the breast,” said HPSJ Health Promotions and Cultural & Linguistics Manager Jenny Dominguez, MPH. Dominguez goes on: “She’d be right, of course. A new lump or mass is the most common symptom of breast cancer. […]
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Spotlight on Influenza – Flu Season is starting, don’t forget to get vaccinated!
September 17, 2018 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
“The flu virus is spread from one person to another before a person has symptoms and after you have symptoms. Infants and older adults can have severe complications and bad outcomes from flu. So to stay healthy and to prevent others from getting the flu it is important to get the flu vaccine. It also […]
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June is Men’s Health Month
June 10, 2018 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
Health Plan of San Joaquin celebrates National Men’s Health Month in June! The aim of Men’s Health Month is for men to know that they need to get their health exams and screenings, and to stay healthy while living longer. The month also coincides with Men’s Health Week (June 12–18), a special awareness period created […]
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3 Key Things to Know About Asthma
June 6, 2018 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
By Health Plan of San Joaquin Breathing is a breeze for most people. But asthma can undermine this simple act. If you’ve recently been diagnosed with asthma, learning about the disease and its treatments can help you stay in control. Start here with these three key facts: Asthma doesn’t go away. Asthma is a chronic […]
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Mosquitoes and Buzzing, Oh My! Avoid Bites This Summer and Stay Healthy
May 10, 2018 / by Health Plan / Health Articles
Avoid Bites This Summer and Stay Healthy “Most mosquito bites are just an itchy annoyance, but they can be dangerous, too,” said Health Plan of San Joaquin Health Promotions Manager Jenny Dominquez. Dominguez says that “some mosquitoes carry viruses or parasites. These include West Nile virus, Zika virus, malaria, dengue and yellow fever. These can […]
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