Happy Native American Day! Today, we're celebrating the cultures, contributions, and resilience of California's Tribal communities. Stop by the DHCS Office of Tribal Affairs booth, we can’t wait to connect.
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Join us at the State Capitol to celebrate Native American Day. Today, we're celebrating the cultures, contributions, and resilience of California's Tribal communities. Stop by the DHCS Office of Tribal Affairs booth, we can’t wait to connect.
TUNE IN: @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov + CalHHS Secretary Kim Johnson discuss changes to the federal Public Charge rule that went into effect on September 18, including: - Lawsuits - Impact - Resources & information Watch live on YouTube tomorrow, September 24 at 11am PT: youtube.com/live/Nx5tNQS4jwQ
Coverage Ambassador Webinar: Medi-Cal Six-Month Renewals. DHCS will provide an overview of Medi-Cal six-month renewals and key information to help members keep their coverage as H.R. 1 changes continue to roll out. Register https://bit.ly/4hJkmvq
Wellness includes making healthy life choices that support our physical, emotional, social, spiritual, intellectual, occupational, financial, and environmental health. Get tips on taking care of yourself: samhsa.gov/find-support/how-to-cope/how-to-ask-for-help #RecoveryMonth
Become a Coverage Ambassador and help Californians keep Medi-Cal and CalFresh. Share updates, remind people about deadlines, and get free training and materials. Sign up: https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/coverage-ambassadors/
More than 51 percent of Medi-Cal members identify as Hispanic, and DHCS is committed to delivering care that reflects their language, culture, and values. This month, we honor the stories that shape California. #HispanicHeritageMonth #HealthEquity #DHCS
In 2026, over 29,000 men in California will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Medi-Cal covers prostate cancer screenings for eligible members at no cost. Early detection saves lives, schedule your checkup today. Check out: my.medi-cal.ca.gov #ProstateCancerAwareness #MediCal #MensHealthess
Federal public charge rules have changed. The rule does not apply to everyone. Each person’s case is different. Get trusted advice before you change health care, food aid, or other support for you or your family at www.chhs.ca.gov/public-charge.
Two years ago, the Office of the California Surgeon General launched a movement to help make pregnancy & the postpartum period safer, healthier & more supported for every CA family. Two years of progress. A growing movement. A stronger start for California families. 💪🩷 osg.ca.gov/maternal-health
California is expanding access to family‑centered behavioral health care. The new Scaling Dyadic Care Grant Program is accepting applications from Medi‑Cal provider organizations through October 26, 2026 at 5pm PT. Learn more + apply: https://bit.ly/4rgTbLO #CYBHI #California #MentalHealthMatters
This National Preparedness Month, Elizabeth Basnett, Director of the Emergency Medical Services Authority, reflects on California's Medical Assistance Team's (CAL-MAT) critical support during a crisis when a local jurisdiction is overwhelmed and needs backup: calhhs.medium.com/cal-mat-df51...
How California’s Medical Assistance Teams Care for Communities and Responders During Disasters
During a crisis, California's Medical Assistance Team (CAL-MAT) keeps emergency responders in the field and relieves pressure from local health systems.
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This September, we honor Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Help is here whenever you need it. Please visit CalHOPE.org for free emotional support or help finding mental health resources. #SuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth #MentalHealth #CalHOPE
Southern California, with triple-digit temperatures in the forecast, stay cool, watch for signs of heat illness & look out for others. Check on family, friends & neighbors, including kids, pregnant people, older adults 65+ and people with disabilities. 📲 ready.ca.gov
Extreme heat can lead to serious medical emergencies, like heat stroke & heat exhaustion. Prevent heat-related illness by staying: ✅ In cool places ✅ Hydrated ✅ Connected with others ✅ Informed on latest heat emergencies Prepare and learn more at ready.ca.gov. 🥵
You are not alone. Call 988 or the CalHOPE Warm Line: (833) 317-HOPE (4673). #SuicidePreventionMonth #DHCS
From farmworkers to first responders, today we celebrate the dignity of work and the right to wellness. DHCS and Medi-Cal are committed to supporting your health, every step of the way. #LaborDay #MediCalCares #DHCS
Healthy aging starts with access to care. Medi-Cal helps older adults live independently and stay at home with services like long-term care, transportation, and home-delivered meals. Check out: my.medi-cal.ca.gov #HealthyAgingMonth #MediCal #DHCS
Te invitamos a responder ocho preguntas y a descubrir cómo tu salud actual se relaciona con tu salud futura y con tus futuros embarazos. La evaluación médica preconcepcional (PreMA) es rápida y sencilla, gratis y privada. 📲 PreMAca.org
Answer 8 questions to learn how your health right now connects with your future health & pregnancies. The Preconception Medical Assessment (PreMA) is quick & easy, free & private. Use your results to start a conversation with your health care provider. 📲 PreMAca.org
Do you have an emergency kit? DHCS encourages all Californians to review their supplies and update their plans. Medi-Cal offers resources to help you prepare, including emergency prescription refills and access to care during disasters. Check out: my.medi-cal.ca.gov #MediCalSupport #DHCS
You don’t have to be in crisis to reach out to the 988 Lifeline. Whatever you’re facing—big or small—your reason for seeking support is reason enough. Help is available 24/7. Call or text 988, or chat online at 988lifeline.org. You are not alone. 💜🩵
Today we celebrate National Recovery Month with the 34th annual Recovery Happens event held today at the California State Capitol Park, Area 33 (near 14th St. and L St.) in Sacramento. https://recoveryhappens.info/
Knowing the signs of ovarian cancer can make all the difference. Medi-Cal helps Californians access the care they need to catch it early. Let’s spread the word this September. Check out: my.medi-cal.ca.gov #OvarianCancerAwareness #DHCS #HealthEquity
New data show Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports are reaching more Californians now than ever, helping people stay connected to care and supporting better health across the state. Read the latest report: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/collections/a07f998dfefa497fbd7613981e4f6117.
Need help with opioid use? Call or text to get connected to same-day support from a trained Navigator. 📱 Call 1-800-944-1807 💬 Text 1-833-308-0461 Free, confidential, and available to anyone in California. No judgment. Just real help.
Coaching is an essential part of health care that often goes overlooked. Whether it's helping families navigate school systems or bridging the gap to the right resources, coaches help turn problems that feel overwhelming into manageable steps. #soluna #mentalhealth
The SF Examiner breaks down key upcoming Medi-Cal changes that could affect members across California. 🔗 Read more: https://www.sfexaminer.com/news/public-health/what-medi-cal-coverage-changes-mean-for-san-franciscans/article_2c66a295-52b9-4fc7-a050-ef55eb7a610e.html
What Medi-Cal coverage changes mean for San Franciscans
There are limited alternatives for people who lose their coverage.
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Earlier this week, the Trump administration announced a final rule barring federal Medicaid + Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) funding for medically necessary gender affirming care for transgender youth. In response, CalHHS leaders issued the following joint statement.
The public comment period is now OPEN for Module 6 draft content in the BHSA County Policy Manual (https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/BHT/Pages/Public-Comment.aspx) through September 3. Your feedback will help shape statewide behavioral health policy.