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New FDA-Approved Biomarker Blood Test Could Advance the Field of Care for Alzheimer’s Disease
The first-of-its-kind blood test for biomarkers of amyloid brain plaque paves the way for less-invasive screening for Alzheimer’s disease. A Keck Medicine of USC physician shares insights.
Could we be on our way to eliminating the most common type of hospital-acquired infection?
Enabling improved surgical site infection prevention strategies hinges on developing a standardized approach to capturing the scope and incidence of postoperative complications—exactly what Johnson & Johnson MedTech is working toward with the Global Surgical Site Outcomes Initiative.
Cost of Popular Weight Loss Drugs Goes Down for People Without Insurance
The makers of Wegovy and Zepbound have lowered the price for people paying out of pocket for the popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs.
Single-Port Surgery for Prostate Cancer: Benefits and Challenges
A Keck Medicine of USC urologist explains why single-port surgery’s regionalization of care can yield better outcomes for prostate cancer patients.
How to Manage Health Anxiety
Many factors can create health-related anxiety. Two Keck Medicine experts share advice for how to manage stressors.
Should You Try a Colloidal Oatmeal Bath for Your Eczema?
Bathing is often a frontline defense against itching for eczema. Finding a good bathing routine that works for your skin is a crucial step of managing your skincare routine, especially if you have a skin condition like eczema. If you’re looking for a remedy to stop itchiness, you might be wondering if an oatmeal bath is a good option for you.
How to Get Added to the Heart Transplant List
An expert details how you can get added to the heart transplant list at a qualified center such as Keck Medicine of USC.
Everything You Need to Know About Hip Replacement Surgery Recovery
While recovery from surgery can vary from patient to patient, a Keck Medicine of USC orthopedic surgeon details best tips for recovering faster from a hip replacement to help you get back on your feet quicker.
Are Weight Loss Drugs Good for Your Heart?
Many people have started taking weight loss drugs in the last few years. An endocrinologist from Keck Medicine of USC talks about how these can affect your heart health.
Ask an optometrist: What’s the impact of blue light on vision?
There’s a commonly held belief that blue light from digital devices damages your eyes. Here, an expert weighs in.
Inside the all-female coronary interventions trial
EMPOWER CAD is a first-of-its-kind study to determine the effectiveness of IVL in women to address a gender gap in coronary artery disease outcomes—and empower female clinicians along the way.
Obesity is a chronic disease that’s misunderstood. What roles do different treatment options play today?
With the rise in popularity of GLP-1 drugs and a shift in the conversation about obesity as a disease, two experts weigh in on combination therapy and opportunities for treatments to evolve.
Should Your Eczema Care Products Be Paraben-free?
Recently, there has been some concern in the media that parabens are endocrine disrupters, and some people have been skeptical about using products containing these preservatives for fear of irritating their skin. However, experts say they’re actually considered pretty safe to use and have been for over 70 years.
What Is a Benign Brain Tumor?
Benign tumors make up over half of the tumors Keck Medicine of USC doctors treat. Here’s what you need to know about treatment.
What Are Survival Rates for Prostate and Testicular Cancers?
Survival rates for prostate and testicular cancer are quite good, especially for younger patients due to more comprehensive screening and advanced treatments.