The flu is easily passed on from person to person through coughing, sneezing, or touching a surface that has the virus. You can prevent catching the virus by following simple actions like washing your hands often, wearing a face mask when in crowds or doctor’s offices, avoiding being around people who are sick, not sharing utensils or drinking glasses with others, and using antibacterial wipes on items before using them.
Newsletter Catagories
2023 Fall
Prepare for Medicare Changes in 2024
HICAP counselors can help you review changes, identify options, and plan your Medicare to meet your needs for 2024. HICAP will host AEP presentations called, “Medicare’s 2023 Annual Enrollment Period and Updates for 2024” via Zoom and at various community organizations throughout the county to keep you informed about the latest plan options and changes.
Spend Time with Nature to Help Improve Well-Being
For people of all ages, time spent outdoors has proven to have many health benefits. Even nature sounds, like birds chirping or rain falling, have been shown to improve focus and reasoning.
Community Resource Highlight: Inclusion Support WarmLine
The Inclusion Collaborative of the Santa Clara County Office of Education believes every person has the right to equal access to quality learning and community environments.
Lower the Risks for Type 2 Diabetes
The risks of becoming a type 2 diabetic can be lowered by lessening sugar and saturated fats in food and being physically active for at least 30 minutes a day.
New Look for the Public Authority Services Website
Clear information and easy access to Public Authority (PA) Services is high priority for PA. One recent step toward this goal has been to update and improve the PA website.
Safely Dispose of Unused Medications
Medications are considered a hazardous waste. Expired and leftover medications can be harmful to people and the environment if it not correctly disposed of.