Oceanview Medical Specialists

February 5th is National Wear Red Day. On this day, people around-the-world don the color red in the hope of increasing the awareness of heart disease and stroke in women. Heart disease is often not suspected in women in spite of the fact that 1 out of 3 women will die of cardiovascular disease. So join the American Heart Association in promoting this special day. There is a link below for more information on National Wear Red Day as well as ways you can get involved and show your support. www.goredforwomen.org

Today is World Cancer Day and we want to remind you that knowing your body, and detecting cancer early is one of the most powerful ways we can help save lives! ...Did you know we have our own Cancer Care Program that includes Pediatric Oncology/Hematology services at VCMC? Visit http://hospitals.vchca.org/hospital-ser/cancer-care-program to learn more the compassionate care we offer. See more

"His life was on the line, and only a miracle could save his life," shared Isael's mom, Saira Ramirez. "Isael coded twice the day he arrived at Loma Linda Chil...dren's Hospital and had very low chances of surviving that night. When Isael arrived at seven weeks old, he was immediately put on E.C.M.O. He was in the hospital for two long months. Every day was a blessing but a rollercoaster of emotions. Isael is now four years old. Has a normal functioning heart and is a very sweet, smart, happy, strong, and spoiled little boy." #HeartMonth Learn about pediatric heart care: https://bit.ly/3poaFoG

February is American Heart Month. Every year more than 600,000 Americans die from heart disease. These Americans are of all ages, genders, and ethnicities. Some of the risk factors for heart disease include; high cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, and alcohol use. There are many ways one can participate in American Heart Month. Staying active, eating right,... and watching your weight are all important in maintaining a healthy heart. Getting your cholesterol tested regularly is also a great way to know if you are at risk or should make adjustments to your diet. Let’s use the month of January to educate ourselves and others on heart disease. Below is a link for more information on heart disease and ways you can get involved. Center for Disease Control (CDC) https://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/materials_for_patients.htm American Heart Association Fact Sheets on Heart Disease https://www.heart.org//consumer-hea/answers-by-heart-fact- sheets/answers-by-heart-fact-sheets-cardiovascular-conditions

Vaccine Update: 64,882 doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been distributed to community members in the County of Ventura. The County is in Phase 1A healthcare and ...75 and older. The County is limited to the weekly supply provided by the State. The County has the infrastructure prepared to expand vaccination sites but there are not yet enough vaccines provided to the County to expand efforts. Bottom line - we need more vaccines to open more appointments and to move forward through other phases. Appointments open weekly on the phone registration line at 805-477-7161 and at www.venturacountyrecovers.org. Vaccine data will be updated and displayed on the homepage of the recovery website Monday, Wednesday, Friday. We hear your concerns about vaccine distribution. We want you to get vaccinated and are working to secure more vaccines from the State of California. See more

First vaccines administered today!!! Pictured is Registered Nurse Gavin Jones from VCMC Emergency Department getting his first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine. Gav...in and other frontline healthcare workers are caring for Covid patients every day. Thank you for your bravery nurses, doctors, Housekeeping, maintenance, screeners, hygienists and so many more under unthinkable pressures every day treating covid patients. See more

October 29th is #WorldPsoriasisDay. World Psoriasis is a worldwide event that gives voice to the 125 million individuals with Psoriasis. The IFPA, International Federation of Psoriasis Association organizes activites all around the world that spread awareness on people with Psoriasis. Lets take this day to learn more about Psoriasis as well as spreading awareness on people living with Psoriasis. http://www.worldpsoriasisday.com

October 25th-31st is Respiratory Care Week. Each year a full week is set aside to acknowledge the hard work of Respitory therapist as well as the importance of respitory care. Take this week to appreciate the hard working individuals that assist those with breathing difficulties due to conditions like asthma. The month of October is also Healthy Lung Month and we have a post with more informaiton respitory care. https://www.respiratorytherapyzone.com/respiratory-care-we/ https://nationaltoday.com/respiratory-care-week/

October is #NationalDownSyndromeAwarenessDay. Each year 6,000 babies are born with Down Syndrome which, is a 1 in 700 chance. With Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October, we inspire people to learn more about this topic and celebrate individuals with Down Syndrome. Below is more information regarding the causes, different types, symptoms as well as ways you can get involved and contribute. https://www.healthline.com/health/down-syndrome https://nationaltoday.com/down-syndrome-awareness-month/

October 18th-24th is National Healthcare Quality Week. This time is dedicated to acknowledging the progress made by healthcare workers. During the pandemic, healthcare officials have taken center stage to keep patients healthy and safe. During COVID-19, quality matters more than anything. Use the #HQW2020 to get involved and show your support to healthcare workers. https://nahq.org/about/healthcare-quality-week/