Redwood Coast Medical Services

03/06/2026

Daylight Saving Time in 2026 begins on Sunday, March 8, at 2:00 a.m., when clocks "spring forward" one hour to 3:00 a.m.. This change brings more daylight to the evening hours, and most of the U.S. (except Hawaii and most of Arizona) will observe this shift.

03/06/2026

03/04/2026

Smile!

This week is Dental Assistant Week and Dentist's Day. We thank these caring, highly skilled professionals for all they do to keep our patients' smiles brighter and healthier.

We appreciate our dental staff's dedication, cheerful smiles, and the way they make every patient, from the youngest to the oldest, feel comfortable and cared for during their visit.

¡Sonrisa!

Esta semana es la Semana del Asistente Dental y el Día del Dentista. Agradecemos a estos profesionales atentos y altamente capacitados por todo lo que hacen para mantener las sonrisas de nuestros pacientes más brillantes y saludables.

Apreciamos la dedicación de nuestro personal dental, sus sonrisas alegres y la forma en que hacen que cada paciente, desde el más joven hasta el más mayor, se sienta cómodo y atendido durante su visita.

03/02/2026

The RCMS Point Arena Health Center will be closed Friday, February 27 and will re-open on Monday, March 9 at 8:00am. Please call our Gualala Health Center with any questions or to schedule an appointment 707.884.4005.

Providing healthcare to the coastal communities of Mendocino and Sonoma Counties since 1977.

02/26/2026

Read about the benefits of fiber in our diets.

02/23/2026

The American Dental Association's Children's Dental Health Day was first celebrated on February 8, 1949. It became a month-long commemoration in 1981. 40 years later, children's dental health continues to be promoted throughout February for National Children's Dental Health Month (NCDHM). Celebrating children's oral health awareness is incredibly important for the community. Tooth decay remains the most common chronic childhood disease. Continuing educational programs and prevention awareness will help motivate more parents and other adults to recognize the seriousness of children's dental disease.

NCDHM raises awareness of the importance of teaching children good oral habits early to ensure a lifetime of healthy smiles.

Keeping up with daily oral care and visiting the dentist at least twice a year for an oral examination and professional cleanings are steps you can take towards a happier and healthier mouth!

Making an appointment at the dentist is one of the best ways to celebrate February's theme. To schedule an appointment with RCMS Point Arena Dental Center, call 707.882.2189.

02/23/2026

Hobbies are important and fun.

Happy Mindful Monday! 🌿

Taking care of your mental health doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes it starts with a simple hobby you love. Whether it’s tending a garden, trying a new recipe, picking up a paintbrush, or going for a bike ride. Small moments of creativity and movement can make a big difference in how we feel.

What hobby helps you reset and recharge?

02/23/2026

Naps aren't just for young children, they are for all of us.

A good nap can get you out of that afternoon slump, recharge your energy, and leave you more alert and in a better mood.

02/18/2026

Be careful driving during the storms.

Stay safe during a flood
• Pay attention to weather reports.
• Evacuate immediately when advised to.
• Move to higher ground or the highest level of the building.
• Do not try to cross floodwaters. There is a risk of drowning despite the ability to swim.
• Do not drive through flood waters or around barriers.

Mantente seguro durante una inundación
• Presta atención a los informes meteorológicos.
• Evacúa inmediatamente cuando se te indique.
• Muévete a terrenos más altos o al nivel más alto del edificio.
• No intentes cruzar aguas de inundación. Existe riesgo de ahogamiento incluso si sabes nadar.
• No conduzcas a través de aguas de inundación ni rodees barreras.

02/18/2026

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02/18/2026

If you suspect fraud, report it!

Medi-Cal fraud doesn’t happen often, but when it does, it hurts everyone. If you see something that looks like identity theft or fake billing, speak up and report it!

Fraud is when people set up fake businesses to bill Medi-Cal and steal money. This takes away care from people who really need it.

We made easy tools to help you spot and report fraud. When we work together, we can protect Medi-Cal and make sure everyone gets the care they need.

https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/individuals/Pages/StopMedi-CalFraud.aspx