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Through our divisions’ work, we protect San Mateo County by reducing environmental health risks, preventing disease, and promoting the physical and mental well-being of our entire community.
Protection, support and advocacy for older adults and persons with disabilities.
Regulatory oversight of public and private emergency medical services.
Protects the health of everyone in San Mateo County.
Provides mental health and substance use services.
Environmental Health Services is the local authority on environmental health and safety policy and enforcement.
Provides integrated medical, dental, mental health and chemical dependency treatment to the incarcerated adult population.
Focuses on early intervention with San Mateo County parents and children who are low-income and have faced health inequities
We are a public hospital and clinic system that serves all San Mateo County residents by providing accessible, high-quality care with a focus on prevention and community partnership.
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We offer comprehensive preventative care, diagnostics and treatment for adults.
We provide comprehensive care for women's reproductive, hormonal and general health across all life stages.
We have expertise in specialized medical care.
We provide care for teeth and gum conditions.
We provide other services including rehabilitation, lab, imaging and therapy.
Available 24/7, we provide Immediate medical care for urgent, life-threatening conditions and injuries.
We provide full hospital care and comfort, including pain and symptom relief for serious illnesses.
San Mateo County Health partners with community members through boards, commissions and initiatives that guide programs, shape policies and promote equity
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This includes guidance on obtaining permits for various food facilities, such as mobile vendors, cottage food operations and certified farmers’ markets. The program also provides information on food safety practices, regulatory compliance and the application processes for temporary events and microenterprise home kitchen operations. Whether you’re starting a new food business or organizing a community event, the Food Program serves as a centralized hub for all necessary forms, regulations and support to help you operate safely and in accordance with county health standards.
As of January 2022, state law (SB 1383) requires large food-generating entities to hold a contract or written agreement with a food recovery organization for the recovery of their surplus food for redistribution to those in need in the community. For more information, visit smcsustainability.org/ediblefoodrecovery.
ADDRESS: 21 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA 94070 DATE OF CLOSURE: 2/5/2025 REASON FOR CLOSURE: Hot water violation
ADDRESS: 88 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401 DATE OF CLOSURE: 1/3/2025 REASON FOR CLOSURE: No potable water violation
ADDRESS: 1140 El Camino Real Suite 271, San Bruno, CA 94066 DATE OF CLOSURE: 1/2/2025 REASON FOR CLOSURE: Hot water violation
ADDRESS: 73 Camaritas Ave, South San Francisco, CA 94080 DATE OF CLOSURE: 11/22/2024 REASON FOR CLOSURE: Vermin infestation