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13 Simple Ways To Stay Mentally Sharp
Written by LVMC on
Practicing certain healthy behaviors can effectively stimulate the brain and reduce the risk for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Is It Possible To Fully Recover From Aphasia?
Written by LVMC on
Aphasia is a language disorder that affects the way you communicate. It occurs when damage is done to parts of the brain that control language and speech.
Family Health and Fitness Day
Written by Foundation Events on
- Location: Community Track
Saturday, Sep 7th, 10 am - 1 pm
Come join the Lompoc Hospital District Foundation, the Healthy Lompoc Coalition, The Lompoc Family YMCA, and other community partners at the September 7, for a day of exercise and fun.
Can Women Reduce Their Risk For Preeclampsia?
Written by LVMC on
Preeclampsia cannot always be avoided, but there are plenty of healthy steps women can take to reduce their risk.
What Causes Celiac Disease, and Can It Be Prevented?
Written by LVMC on
Celiac disease cannot necessarily be prevented, but it can be successfully managed and improved with the right diet and behaviors.
Understanding Medicare
Written by Foundation Events on
- Location: Lompoc Valley Medical Center
Tuesday, August 16, 2022, from 10 - 11:30 am
Join us for a FREE, unbiased presentation. Understanding Medicare and HICAP can help!
LVMC Community Update, July 29, 2022
Written by Steve Popkin on
This week our CEO updates the community on COVID Comments, Vaccinations, Patient Satisfaction and Patient/Family Feedback, and Narcan (Naloxone) Distribution.
Lompoc Valley Medical Center Honored for Infant “Safe Sleep” Program
Written by Nora Wallace on
Lompoc Valley Medical Center was recently recognized by a national organization for its commitment to best practices and education on infant safe sleep.
LVMC Registered Nurse Recognized with Award for Extraordinary Care
Written by Nora Wallace on
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse Anahi Fontanos, BSN, was named the July 2022 recipient of LVMC’s DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.
Smoke Is Smoke
Written by Foundation Events on
- Location: Lompoc Valley Medical Center
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 6 pm
Learn how even brief exposure can be dangerous to your health – potentially causing lung cancer even in nonsmokers and increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke and chronic lung problems.
Do I Need To Lose Weight Before Bariatric Surgery?
Written by Cristina Ortega, RN on
Being asked to lose more weight before bariatric surgery may seem unnecessary, but doing so may reduce the risk for surgery-related complications.
Colorthon 5K
Written by Foundation Events on
- Location: Mission Club
October 29, 2022
Mark your calendars and plan to enjoy the colorful fun, our Colorthon 5K is coming!
Gastric Sleeve vs Gastric Bypass: What’s the Difference?
Written by LVMC on
Patients who know the difference between gastric sleeve and gastric bypass can make the best possible choice if their doctors recommend bariatric surgery for weight loss.
Flower Valley Golf Classic
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- Location: Mission Club
Friday, May 19, 2023 at 11 am
The Golf Classic is back! Join us for fun and to help us raise funds to purchase a new MRI machine for Lompoc's hospital.
Choosing Medication or Surgery to Lose Excess Weight
Written by Cristina Ortega, RN on
Knowing the ins and outs of weight-loss medications and surgeries can empower patients to choose the correct treatment when they’re ready to lose excess weight.