The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its recommendations to include a new COVID-19 booster for individuals aged 12 and older who received a primary vaccination series or booster shot at least two months ago.
2022
It’s Time to Schedule Your Flu Vaccine
It’s the time of year when individuals and families start scheduling their annual flu vaccines. Getting a flu vaccine remains one of the best ways to prevent flu-related illness or help shorten the duration of an illness.
Twelve Network Hospitals Honored for Reducing C-Section Births
Sutter Health Plus is pleased that twelve of its network hospitals were recognized in the 2022 Maternity Care Honor Roll for reducing cesarean section (C-section) births for first-time moms with low-risk pregnancies.
Caring for Mental Wellness with Sanvello
Checking in on your feelings and caring for your mental wellness—even for a few minutes a day—is essential to overall health. Sutter Health Plus members have premium access to Sanvello—a top-rated app that offers on-demand techniques to manage stress, anxiety, and depression—at no extra cost through U.S. Behavioral Health Plan, California.
Preparing for a Healthy Back to School
Many families are busy gearing up for a new school year. From immunizations to checking in on mental well-being, it’s important for parents to support their child’s health by ensuring they are up to date on routine care.
Sixteen Sutter Health Plus Network Hospitals Recognized for Quality
Sixteen hospital campuses in the Sutter Health Plus network achieved recognition in the 2022-2023 Best Hospitals in California by U.S. News & World Report. The goal of these annual ratings is to help people find the best healthcare at hospitals recognized for their high quality.
Caring for Your Skin this Summer
Being outside in the fresh air can help promote an active lifestyle, reduce stress, and improve well-being. However, too much exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can increase the risk of sunburn and damage to skin cells, which over time may lead to premature aging or skin cancer—the most common cancer in the U.S. Fortunately, you can prevent most skin cancers by protecting and caring for your skin.
Ways to Access Care While Traveling
Sutter Health Plus members have a variety of care options while traveling—in or out-of-network. Before leaving for a trip, here are a few things to know.
COVID-19 Vaccinations for Children Four and Under
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends pediatric COVID-19 vaccines for children ages six months through four years old. This is welcome news for many parents wanting to protect their young children from the virus and waves of infection through new variants.
Total Wellness for Men
June is Men’s Health Month—a time to raise awareness to the health issues men face. From diet and exercise to preventive care, supporting total wellness may help men to live longer, healthier lives and doing the things they enjoy.
