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How to Stretch Your Lower Back

Struggling with lower back pain? Keck Medicine of USC spine experts explain how to stretch your back to prevent injury…

Radiation Oncology: Top Questions from Patients

A Keck Medicine of USC radiation oncologist shares patients’ most-asked questions about radiation treatment for cancer. Radiation therapy is a…

Meet Stuart Abel, MD 

Dr. Abel is a general surgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in gastrointestinal and foregut procedures. He treats patients…

Are Women More Prone to Autoimmune Diseases? 

A Keck Medicine of USC rheumatologist shares what women should know about autoimmune disorders.  Ever been told that your joint…

What Causes Constipation? A Dietitian Answers.

Sarah Charton, MBA, RD, a dietitian with Keck Medicine of USC, explains what causes constipation and how to relieve constipation.…

What Is Chronic Venous Insufficiency? A Vascular Surgeon Answers.

Keck Medicine of USC vascular surgeon Miguel F. Manzur, MD, explains symptoms of venous insufficiency and how to treat chronic…

Should I Go to the Emergency Room or Urgent Care?

When an unexpected medical problem arises, do you seek treatment at an emergency room or an urgent care clinic? A…

What Does Skin Cancer Look Like?

A dermatologist’s advice for spotting early skin cancer signs — and when to seek medical attention. Every day, close to…

How to Diagnose and Treat an Ear Infection

A Keck Medicine of USC ear, nose and throat expert explains how to treat ear infections and when to seek…

How One Oncologist Helps Patients Weigh the Pros and Cons of Cancer Treatments

Every cancer treatment comes with its own risks and advantages. A Keck Medicine of USC medical oncologist explains how nuanced…

Where Is Your Abdominal Pain?

When a person has abdominal pain, the exact location of the discomfort can often reveal the source of problem. When…

Are Ear Infections Contagious?

A Keck Medicine of USC ear, nose and throat expert explains when to seek care. As parents, we know that…