Health and Wellness
Lompoc Valley Medical Center's publishes health news, personal stories and expert advice meant to guide and inspire healthy diets, relationships and lives.
Diseases and Conditions
We have compiled the folling list of common diseases and conditions to help you live a happy and healthy life.
- Allergies
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Aphasia
- Asthma
- Breast Cancer
- Bronchitis
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Common Digestive Diseases
- Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
- Diabetes
- Endometriosis
- Gynecologic Cancers
- Heart Disease
- Influenza (Flu)
- Lupus
- Obesity
- Orthopedic Injuries
- Osteoporosis
- Pneumonia
- Psoriasis
- Sleep Apnea
- Strep Throat
- The Truth Behind Lyme Disease
- Trauma and PTSD
- Tuberculosis
- Understanding Celiac Disease
- What Are Cataracts and How Are They Treated?
- What is Parkinson's Disease?
- What is Rosacea?
Latest Blog Posts
Is It Possible For Parents To Prevent ADHD In Children?
Parents who practice healthy lifestyle behaviors during pregnancy and beyond may be able to reduce their children’s risk for ADHD.
How AIDS Affects the Latinx Community
AIDS is a life-changing diagnosis that can have wide-ranging impacts, particularly within the Latinx community.
How to Take Care of Your Bones Over a Lifetime
Maintaining bone health is an important component of healthy living because bones affect many body processes and they are built to last a lifetime.
How Long Does It Take the Lungs To Heal After Quitting Smoking?
The lungs begin healing right away after quitting smoking, which is why quitting sooner than later can lead to better overall health.
Who Should Be Screened For Depression?
Being screened for depression can connect people with the treatment they need to effectively manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.
The Air You Breathe – Preventing Respiratory Diseases
Respiratory diseases are exceedingly common in the US, with nearly 40 million people suffering from the two most common forms, COPD and asthma. However, there are many ways to prevent respiratory...