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LVMC Community Update, September 3, 2021
Written by Steve Popkin on
Our CEO updates the community on COVID-19 vaccination boosters, COVID-19 hospitalizations, and Santa Barbara County vaccination figures this week.
Predictors of Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery
Written by Hayley Esdaile on
Not everyone who undergoes weight loss surgery can maintain the weight loss. These predictors of regaining weight are crucial to track.
LVMC Community Update, August 20, 2021
Written by Steve Popkin on
This week our CEO updates the community on COVID-19 vaccinatations, booster shots, hospitalizations, our new Robotic Surgery System, and our Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss Program.
Immunocompromised People May Make Appointments for Third Vaccine Shot
Written by Nora Wallace on
Appointments may now be made via the state’s MyTurn system for immunocompromised people ages 12 and older to receive an additional dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Hundreds Receive Covid Vaccines during Community Event
Written by Nora Wallace on
During a collaborative community vaccine and backpack giveaway event, 245 people received COVID-19 vaccines, including 120 children.
New Rules for Hospital Visitors Now in Effect
Written by Nora Wallace on
In compliance with the California Public Health Officer Order issued to help limit the spread of COVID-19, new visitation rules are now in effect for Lompoc Valley Medical Center and the Comprehensive Care Center.
LVMC Community Update, August 6, 2021
Written by Steve Popkin on
This week our CEO updates the community on the Santa Barbara County Masking Mandate, Covid Daily Case Rate, Vaccination progress, and Flu Season Results.
Help Older Adults Manage Medications
Written by LVMC on
Helping older adults manage their medications can often improve treatment adherence and reduce the risk for drug-related adverse effects.
Vaccinate Lompoc, Backpack Giveaway Aug. 6 at LVMC
Written by Nora Wallace on
Lompoc Valley Medical Center, the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department, Lompoc Valley Community Healthcare Organization (LVCHO) and Healthy Lompoc Coalition, Santa Barbara County Promotores Network, Santa Maria- Lompoc NAACP, and the Lompoc Unified School District (LUSD) are partnering to host a free Vaccinate Lompoc and backpack giveaway day on Friday, Aug. 6.
LVMC Community Update, July 23, 2021
Written by Steve Popkin on
This week our CEO updates the community on COVID-19 and Vaccinations, Covid Hospitalizations and New Case Rate, and Vaccination Figures.
LVMC Community Update, July 9, 2021
Written by Steve Popkin on
This week our CEO updates the community on COVID-1 booster shots, Covid indicators, County Vaccination Demographics, and LVMC's employees of the quarter.
Using EMDR Therapy to Heal
Written by Roberta Phillips-Copeland, LMFT on
Prince Harry’s recent discussion of using EMDR to improve his mental health has drawn attention to this therapy.
CCC Activities Director Brings Joy, Fun to Job
Written by LVMC on
Sometimes it takes a lifetime of job experiences to find the right fit.
Therapeutic Recreation Week
Written by LVMC on
Therapeutic Recreation Week is an annual observance that raises awareness about the benefits of recreational therapy services in recovery.
Restless Legs Syndrome Week
Written by LVMC on
Restless legs syndrome is a neurological disorder that can be effectively treated and managed with a combination of healthy behaviors and medications.