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Aging Readiness Checklist

Use this checklist to plan for aging across five areas: financial well-being, physical well-being, spirituality, mental and cognitive health, and social connections. Take the time to reflect on each question […]

10/21/26 Beach and Creek Updates

San Mateo County Beach and Creek Postings for October 21, 2026, based off samples collected October 19, 2026   BEACH (PACIFIC-SIDE) POSTINGS: Linda Mar #5 (Linda Mar Blvd.) Fitzgerald Marine Reserve CREEK POSTINGS: […]

Respiratory Virus Update: Oct. 16, 2026

Current Respiratory Virus Activity As of Oct. 16, 2026, respiratory virus activity in San Mateo County shows:  

Respiratory Virus Update: Oct. 9, 2026

Respiratory virus season is starting in San Mateo County, with early influenza activity already increasing. COVID-19 activity remains elevated but is decreasing, while RSV activity is currently low. Now is […]

(Re)Introducing the San Mateo County Overdose Prevention Coalition

Overdose prevention is about more than responding to emergencies. It is about building trust and sharing reliable information. It is also about supporting families, reducing stigma and making sure people […]

What to Know About Illicit Fentanyl and Fake Pills

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid. According to provisional data from the CDC, the majority of drug overdoses in 2025 included synthetic opioids, including fentanyl. While medical professionals prescribe pharmaceutical […]