Health Advice from Milpitas & Other Local Resources

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Health Services in and near Milpitas

Top resources for getting medical health advice from local sources. No political bias.

Advice

American Red Cross
Serving the bustling San Jose metro area, the sprawling tech campuses of Mountain View and Palo Alto and the Santa Cruz mountains, the Silicon Valley Chapter oversees the most populous county in the Bay Area. A dedicated team of staff and volunteers works with community partners, local government and donors to prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters.
2731 North 1st St.
San Jose, CA 95134

877-727-6771

The California Patient’s Guide
This guide is intended to inform you of your rights to receive quality health care and what steps you can take if you encounter problems. Prepared by The Foundation for Taxpayer & Consumer Rights. Download a PD version in English or Spanish.

Department of Managed Health Care
Get help with your HMO. How do HMOs rate on quality and service? Click here to check out the online California HMO Report Card. Use the health plan dashboard to view or compare health plan information. The health plan dashboard features health plan contact information, enrollment data, complaint and IMR data, enforcement actions, and financial data.
1-888-466-2219

The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy
Reliable, easy-to-use online book of medical information. First published in 1899 as a small reference book for physicians and pharmacists, The Manual grew in size and scope to become one of the most widely used comprehensive medical resources for professionals and consumers. As the Manual evolved, it continually expanded the reach and depth of its offerings to reflect the mission of providing the best medical information of the day to a wide cross-section of users, including medical professionals and students, veterinarians and veterinary students, and consumers.

Santa Clara County Public Health Department
Offers a number of programs and services to help keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy. From health and wellness programs to disease control and disaster planning, we can help you make healthy choices, support your children’s growth, prevent illnesses, and much, much more.

The County of Santa Clara Emergency Operations Center has been activated in response to the spread of COVID-19. Find more information about our efforts here.

Washington Community Health Resource Library
Access to informational resources focusing on health-related topics. The Library provides free, public access to a variety of resources including books, journals, videos and a variety of medical databases. Washington Hospital, Fremont.

Allergies

Allergy Forecast
Something in the air got you sneezing? Check the pollen report for the Milpitas area on The Weather Channel. Do you know which kinds of pollen aggravate your symptoms? Here is the 3 day outlook for the worst offenders. Also a 15 day prediction of allergy symptoms.

Cancer

American Cancer Society
Put 95035 in drop down menu under “In Your Area.” Local events and information.
Santa Clara County Unit
1715 S Bascom Ave, Ste 100
Campbell, CA, 95008
408-559-0270

Cancer CAREpoint
Provides personalized counseling, assistance, resources & education to all Silicon Valley cancer patients, survivors, families & caregivers at no cost.
2505 Samaritan Drive, Building 400, Suite 402
San Jose, CA 95124

Call our Community Helpline: 408-402-6611

Common Cold, Flu

Cold and Flu Facts
Influenza, or the flu, is a respiratory infection caused by a variety of flu viruses. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 35 to 50 million Americans come down with the flu during each flu season, which typically lasts from November to March.

  • Colds are minor infections of the nose and throat caused by more than 200 different viruses. Rhinovirus is the most common cause, accounting for 10 to 40 percent of colds. Other common cold viruses include coronavirus and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
  • A cold may last for about one week, but some colds last longer, especially in children, the elderly and those in poor health.
  • In the United States, colds account for more visits to the doctor than any other condition.
  • Adults get an average of two to four colds per year, mostly between September and May.
  • Young children suffer from an average of six to eight colds per year.
  • Colds are highly contagious. They most often spread when droplets of fluid that contain a cold virus are transferred by touch. These droplets may also be inhaled.

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Coronavirus COVID-19 Updates for Milpitas
As the Coronavirus COVID-19 has hit our city and county particularly hard, I will use this post to keep you updated on important information you will need right here in town.

COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility and Scheduling
COVID-19 Vaccinations are only available to those who meet federal and state criteria.

Hearing Loss

General Information About Costco Hearing Aid Centers
Costco Hearing Aid Centers offer the latest in premium hearing aid technology
and open-fit design, at the value everyone expects from Costco. Costco Hearing Aid Centers Offer:

  • Costco value pricing
  • Premium technology
  • Free product demonstrations
  • Free hearing tests*
  • Free follow up appointments
  • Free hearing aid cleanings and check-ups
  • Free loss and damage coverage (with no deductible)
  • Free warranty periods (warranty varies by model)

Directions to nearest Costco Center.

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