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For many people, coming down with the flu can mean about two weeks of illness, without the need for advanced medical care.
Most of you have probably seen the television commercial where a woman falls and says, “I have fallen and can’t get up!” That ad illustrates that we often think we do not need help until we actually...
Early next month, residents of Lompoc can learn the basic skills to keep people with potentially life-threatening injuries alive until professional help arrives. The Lompoc Hospital District...
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Flu season is coming! Keep up to date on what you can do to prevent the flu. Take 3 actions to Fight the Flu this season...
Learn about diabetes and prediabetes. A long-lasting disease that affects how your body turns food into energy.
Heart disease is the number one killer in the US and is a major cause of disability. The term is often used interchangeably with the term "cardiovascular disease."
Alzheimer's starts slowing and gets worse over time. Sufferers may not recognize family members and have trouble speaking.
PTSD is a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a traumatic event.
Breasts play many roles women's lives. Regardless of size or shape, keeping your breasts healthy means to learning what's normal and what's not....
From Conception to Your Baby's Frst Doctor's Visit. When it comes to childbirth, women now have more options than ever before but that also means...
Many of female patients go to their wellness exam with a laundry list of questions they’ve been waiting all year to ask. Some questions are...
FCSN is working to provide additional resources to help family caregivers cope with the challenges of caring for a loved one.
Enjoying meals that are both healthy and delicious can be tough to balance. We are here to help, with expert advice served up monthly.
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