L.A. County Health Services

04/16/2026

Controlling the Silent Killer ❤️

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is very common and often has no symptoms. It can lead to serious health problems like stroke, heart attack, and kidney disease. That’s why it’s called the “silent killer.”

🩺 The only way to know is to check your blood pressure.

📞 If it’s been a year or more since your last check in; schedule an appointment today.

Know your numbers. Take control. Live healthier.

Hear from people who had a hard time accepting they had high blood pressure, but are doing a great to manage it - https://dhs.lacounty.gov/our-services/patient-education/blood-pressure-resources/ #1749848983325-a9aa1a42-9eea

04/15/2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month 💙

This month, we celebrate the strengths, talents, and special ways autistic people see the world. We also encourage kindness, understanding, and inclusion.

Let’s celebrate these differences and help create a world where everyone feels valued, supported, and included.

04/13/2026

“We’re tackling the overdose crisis in our community by connecting people to the care they need to get healthy. From the basics like showers & food to treatment, we meet people where they are. No judgements, just the respect they deserve so they can heal. ByLAforLA.org”

Estamos enfrentando la crisis de sobredosis en nuestra comunidad conectando a las personas con la ayuda que necesitan para recuperarse.
Desde lo más básico, como regaderas y comida, hasta tratamiento, apoyamos a la gente donde esté. Sin juzgar, solo con el respeto que merecen para poder sanar.
ByLAforLA.org

Learn how LA County is collaborating with community-based partners tosuccessfully tackle the overdose crisis.

04/02/2026

🚐 Need a ride to your medical appointment? If you can’t drive or use public transit, you have options.

Medi-Cal insurance providers have free transportation services:
L.A. Care: 888-839-9909
HealthNet: 855-253-6863
Molina: 844-292-2688

Access has low-cost transportation options even if you don’t have a disability. Call 800-827-0829, TDD 800.827.1359

You can also call your clinic or social work department to see if you qualify for other transportation services.

📖 Go to page 4 of our Patient and Family Handbook on our website for more information.

03/31/2026

03/30/2026

❤️ Today, we honor and thank farmworkers for their hard work. 🌾💚🙌

03/25/2026

We will be closed on March 30th, but these options for care are still available for you:

📲 Nurse Advice Line - (844) 804-0055 from 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
📞 Call your doctor’s office – they take calls after-hours.
💻 eVisit messages on the LA Health Portal - get a response within 1 hour from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
🏥Urgent care for urgent medical needs.
🚨 Emergency room or call 911 for a life-threatening illness or injury.

03/24/2026

03/23/2026

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03/19/2026

Don’t lose your benefits!

Renew your Medi-Cal every year to keep your health coverage. Check your mail, fill out your form, and send it back as soon as possible.

When it’s your turn, you can renew by:
📨 Mailing your renewal form to the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) using the envelope they sent you.
💻 Going to BenefitsCal.com to create an account and renew.
📞 Calling DPSS at 866-613-3777 for help.

03/17/2026

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 💙

Most LA Health Services patients get a FIT kit every year to check for colon cancer. It is a simple test you can do at home 🏠 It checks for hidden blood in your stool.
You can get a FIT kit at your clinic, pick one up at the lab, or have it mailed to you 📬
How it works:
1️⃣ Collect a small stool sample with the kit 🧪
2️⃣ Return it to the lab by mail ✉️ or drop it off 🏥
A small step like this can help find problems early 💙