Recent Posts in Healthy Living Over 50 Prime Time: 10 Ways to Age Gracefully Posted on Apr 1, 2019 Written by Panteha Rezaeian, MD 1. Love your heart Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. High cholesterol, high blood pressure (hypertension), high blood sugar (diabetes) and genetics ... Read More Nothing to Sneeze At Posted on Apr 1, 2019 Allergies affect more than 50 million people in the United States. This time of year, thoughts often turn to seasonal or environmental allergies caused by substances like pollen, mold, dust and animal ... Read More Why Is Exercise So Important For Seniors? Posted on Apr 1, 2019 It’s a fact: These days, we are living longer than ever before. And as we age, most of us look for ways to not just live longer but to also live well. One of the best ways to do that, says ... Read More Stroke: Nothing To Sneeze At Posted on Jan 9, 2019 On Thursday, October 11, 2018, former Vancouver police officer Derek Redhead, 65, was visiting family in Palos Verdes when, over dinner, he had a sudden sneezing and coughing fit. “I remember ... Read More Hips-and Knees-Don't Lie Posted on Dec 26, 2018 As we age, it's natural to want to preserve the level of activity we've come to expect and enjoy. But also as we get older, our joints start to wear out, sometimes due to arthritis, often due ... Read More Heart of Innovation Posted on Dec 26, 2018 Torrance Memorial’s Lundquist Lurie Cardiovascular Institute is ranked one of Southern California’s top heart programs. People come from all over the southland for the innovative ... Read More Feeling Blue? Posted on Dec 26, 2018 Have you felt very tired recently? Had trouble sleeping, working and simply getting through the day? Feel body aches and headaches, digestive problems or cramps for no apparent reason? Have you lost ... Read More Ask the Doctor: What is Fibromyalgia? Posted on Dec 26, 2018 Fibromyalgia is sometimes considered a mysterious condition, defined by the Mayo Clinic as “a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and ... Read More Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) FAQs Posted on Oct 31, 2018 By Monquen Huang, MD Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is the most common cause of dizziness. Cases are rarely serious but may increase the risk of falls, which is a cause for concern. Avoid ... Read More Breast Assured Posted on Oct 3, 2018 What older women should know about breast cancer Think when you are beyond menopause your risk of breast cancer declines? Think again. “Actually, the rate goes up significantly every ... Read More Check Your Balance Posted on Oct 3, 2018 Hold on tight: According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for older Americans. Falls threaten seniors’ safety and independence and ... Read More New to Medicare? Posted on Sep 27, 2018 What you should know as (or before!) you turn 65 Whether you are applying for Medicare or approaching your 65th birthday, it’s a good idea to plan ahead. Here’s information that will help. ... Read More Annual Medicare Enrollment Period Posted on Sep 27, 2018 Top 10 Things You Need To Know Yes, there will be changes—but don’t worry. With our help, you’ve got this. 1. During the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) you can join, change or drop ... Read More Finding Dr. Right Posted on Sep 27, 2018 A significant partner in your health care is your primary care physician. Here’s what you need to keep in mind as you search. The role of primary care physicians, or PCPs, has become crucial in ... Read More Revolutionizing Cancer Care Posted on Sep 13, 2018 Torrance Memorial Surgeons Using Robotic Technology to Revolutionize Cancer Care Technology is revolutionizing cancer care in many ways, but some of the most exciting developments of the last decade ... Read More Modern Pain Management Posted on Aug 31, 2018 It’s a strange time for pain sufferers and their doctors. It almost feels like you could get in trouble for taking a Percocet. And pain management specialists hear that, loud and clear. ... Read More Get Prepared: Open Enrollment is October 15 to December 7 Posted on Jul 20, 2018 Every year Medicare recipients have the option to change their coverage during the Fall Open Enrollment period (also referred to as the Annual Enrollment period). This year it’s the same but ... Read More Turn On and Tune In Posted on Jul 20, 2018 Technology not only can improve your health but also allow you or your loved ones to age in place. Our technological world has progressed at a dizzying pace. Do you realize that less than 10 years ... Read More A Little Loss Posted on Jul 20, 2018 It’s an innocent enough question: Are you experiencing a loss of hearing? But answering it can be complicated, says Brett Levine, MD, an otolaryngologist, also known as an ear, nose and throat ... Read More Ask the Doc: What Can I Do About Dizziness and Vertigo? Posted on Jul 20, 2018 Balance is something we generally take for granted, but falls can be very serious. Studies show that falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injury and that 1 in 4 people over age 65 falls ... Read More Social Networks Posted on May 1, 2018 You know that being with people you like, involved in activities you enjoy, feels good. What you might not know is getting healthy doses of social interaction is not only fun. It can also improve your ... Read More New Hunt Cancer Center: Personalized and Patient-Centered Posted on May 1, 2018 This May, Torrance Memorial Medical Center will begin construction on the two-story, 38,000-square-foot Hunt Cancer Center, with an official groundbreaking on June 20. The new Hunt Cancer Center will ... Read More How Do I Know If I'm Having a Stroke? Posted on May 1, 2018 How Do I Know If I’m Having a Stroke? A stroke can be one of the most terrifying emergencies to cope with, whether you are experiencing it or you think someone you’re with is having one. ... Read More An Affair of the Heart Posted on Feb 26, 2018 An Affair of the Heart by Debra Nessel, RDN, CDE In February we celebrate love with chocolates, flowers and decorative hearts. It also happens to be American Heart Month, so right now may be a good ... Read More Whole Fat or Skim Milk? Posted on Feb 7, 2018 Whole Fat or Skim Milk? By Debra Nessel, RD, CDE, Torrance Memorial Medical Center Though we may not know for sure how whole fat is working to lower the risk of type 2 diabetes, it’s possible ... Read More 106 results found. Viewing page 1 of 5. Go to page 1 2 3 4 5 Next