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fillmoregazette.com
The Death of a Community Hospital
With sadness, anger, and concern for future generations, we announce the impending death of Santa Paula Hospital, serving Santa Paula, Fillmore, Piru, and the Santa Clara Valley for more than six decades. Its death will not be from natural causes. Santa Paula Hospital will die from a political decision by...
News Channel 312
OpenMinds Grows Its Psychiatry Services in Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - OpenMinds Mental Health Services is expanding its care options by adding psychiatry services for adolescents, young adults, parents and families in Santa Barbara. The new services include psychiatric evaluations and medication management alongside the therapy and psychological services already offered through the clinic. OpenMinds currently serves more than 250 patients The post OpenMinds Grows Its Psychiatry Services in Santa Barbara appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .
Santa Barbara Edhat
Hospice of Santa Barbara Names 2026 Heroes of Hospice Honorees
Hospice of Santa Barbara has named Dr. Fred Kass, Partners for Kids, and Voice Magazine as its 2026 Heroes of Hospice award recipients, with author Cheryl Strayed headlining as keynote speaker. Hospice of Santa Barbara (HSB) is honored to announce the 2026 Heroes of Hospice award recipients, recognized for their...
Ventura County Reporter
No New ER for Heritage Valley: With 2030 closure of Santa Paula Hospital pending, sups vote for expanded access care center
The Ventura County Board of Supervisors voted on Aug. 18 to support a vision of health care service in the Santa Clara River Valley which does not include an emergency room like the one currently operating at Santa Paula Hospital. Officials have known for many years that the 49-bed medical...
Santa Barbara Independent
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital’s Brain & Spinal Tumor Program Earns Joint Commission Recertification
Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital’s Brain & Spinal Tumor Program has earned recertification from The Joint Commission, maintaining its Gold Seal of Approval® for Brain Tumor Certification. The certification recognizes healthcare organizations that provide clinical programs across the...
News Channel 312
New blood program will allow transfusions during emergency helicopter flights
The aerial medical transport service known as CALSTAR is rebranding under a new name and at the same time beginning a new emergency blood program. The post New blood program will allow transfusions during emergency helicopter flights appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .
Santa Barbara Independent
Hospice of Santa Barbara Announces 2026 Heroes of Hospice Award Recipients
Santa Barbara, CA — August 24, 2026 — Hospice of Santa Barbara (HSB) is honored to announce the 2026 Heroes of Hospice award recipients, recognized for their outstanding service and dedication to the health and well-being of our community. The honorees will be celebrated at Hospice of Santa Barbara’s 14th Annual Heroes of Hospice (HOH) luncheon on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. Inspired by poet Mary Oliver’s timeless question, “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”, this year’s Heroes of Hospice luncheon will be a celebration of the people we love, the ordinary moments that give life meaning, and the simple joys that become our most treasured memories. This year’s Heroes of Hospice Award recipients are:
Lompoc Record
Explore, better understand Medi-Cal changes at Lompoc town hall next week
The County of Santa Barbara Health Department invites the public to attend a town hall event in Lompoc to learn how to maintain Medi-Cal coverage and to connect with local community resources and support. The free event will be held at El Camino School Auditorium and includes dinner next Wednesday,...
Santa Barbara Independent
Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics’ Dental Program Marks Landmark Year in Community Health, Saving Thousands from Emergency Rooms and Costly Procedures
Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics (SBNC) is highlighting a year of significant impact for its dental program, releasing 2025 data that underscores its role as a critical safety net for the region. With 23,846 patient encounters over the past year, the clinics provided everything from routine cleanings to advanced procedures such as root canal therapy and dental implants for nearly 6,800 unique patients.