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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
Environmental Health Services
The San Mateo County Environmental Health Services Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Middle and High School Education Program has created an interactive presentation that explores:
This education program aligns with NGSS MS-ESS3-3 Earth and Human Activity through the elements of Disciplinary Core Ideas and Cross-Cutting Concepts. Presentation length is based on your classroom schedule and time restrictions, if any.
Interested in scheduling an HHW presentation? Book a presentation slot or informational meeting.
Students may be aware of, or already participate in, recycling programs at home or at school. Some may also be familiar with the principles of, “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.” However, students may not be aware of how to safely dispose of a special type of waste — household hazardous waste (HHW).
HHW are products that contain either corrosive, toxic, flammable or reactive ingredients. They are substances that are used in and around the home that can be harmful or dangerous to humans, animals and the environment if used or stored improperly. Awareness of these products and their proper handling can significantly change the habits of a household and empower students to be responsible stewards of their community and environment.
The Program is scheduling in-person or virtual presentations. Sign up for a presentation or request a thirty-minute informational meeting.
Interested in exploring practical HHW themes beyond the presentation? Students can dive deeper into the concepts individually, in groups in the classroom or at home using the following Student Activity Worksheets. Download below.