March News Posts in March, 2016 Transforming the North Wing Posted on Mar 28, 2016 Torrance Memorial’s North Wing is beginning transformations that are expected to take several years to complete. In addition to updated technologies, there will be new Pediatric and Neo-Natal ... Read More Torrance Memorial Receives $500,000 Grant to Provide Health Education Posted on Mar 24, 2016 A recent community needs assessment revealed children and adults living in the Centinela Valley – Inglewood, Hawthorne, Lennox, Los Angeles, El Segundo, Watts, Compton and Lawndale – are ... Read More Teen from Cameroon Arrives for Treatment Posted on Mar 21, 2016 Jespa Awomah, 16, has experienced many recent firsts—first time on a plane, first time watching TV and first time using a cell phone or computer. But the biggest firsts he is hoping for is the ... Read More Quitting is Hard: Consider a Quit Smoking Program Posted on Mar 15, 2016 The journey to a smoke-free life can be a long and difficult process, sometimes you just can’t do alone. Torrance Memorial understands the challenges that you may face, and that’s why we ... Read More Telestroke Services to South Bay Patients Posted on Mar 14, 2016 Mobile Videoconferencing Expedites Stroke Diagnosis and Treatment to Save Lives and Prevent Brain Loss When someone has a stroke, the timing of intervention can make the difference between life or ... Read More WET vs. DRY CAMPUS: One College Student's Perspective Posted on Mar 13, 2016 It’s that time of year when college-bound high school seniors learn which universities accepted them, and ultimately, which university or college THEY will choose. When thinking about the best ... Read More Torrance Memorial Reaches Heart Surgery Milestone Posted on Mar 12, 2016 In 2013, Torrance Memorial launched a program to perform a new minimally invasive heart valve replacement procedure for high-risk patients. With the beginning of 2016, the program celebrates a ... Read More To Vape or Not to Vape Posted on Mar 11, 2016 E-cigarettes, battery-operated devices that allow individuals to inhale an aerosol (vapor) containing nicotine or other substances, are a growing popular trend across the nation, especially amongst ... Read More Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Supporting your Quitter Posted on Mar 9, 2016 Quitting smoking is a difficult process, but with the support of family, friends, and co-workers, a smoker will have a better chance of quitting for good. If your loved one has let you know that ... Read More The Changing Face and Strength of Marijuana Posted on Mar 8, 2016 If your teen has ever claimed, “mom/dad, it’s just weed,” you understand how frustrating it can be to convince teens that marijuana is still a harmful and addictive drug for the ... Read More Breathe a Breath of Fresh Air: The Consequences of Secondhand Smoke Posted on Mar 7, 2016 Over the past years, the consequences of smoking have become more and more evident. Tobacco smoke contains about 7,000 chemicals, at least 69 of which have been linked to cancers. That only affects ... Read More Making the Next Move: Preparing to Quit Posted on Mar 5, 2016 The decision of whether or not you should quit smoking is often a constant battle within yourself. Although difficult, preparing to quit smoking is the first step to a healthier you. With the right ... Read More Conquer Stress without a Smoke Posted on Mar 3, 2016 From daily hassles to major meltdowns, everyone has something to stress about. For many people, conquering stress means taking a smoke break, but this doesn’t have to be the case. There are so ... Read More The Health Effects of Smoking on Your Body Posted on Mar 1, 2016 Are you ready to quit smoking? Start here! Read More