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Your Body at 40, 50, 60 and 70

As we progress through adulthood, our bodies continue to change. This four-part series will show you what to look out…

What You Need to Know About Nosebleeds

If you’ve been tilting your head back to stop a nosebleed, you’ve been doing it wrong. Read on to learn…

Are Hiccups a Sign of Something Serious?

If your hiccups are chronic, they may be more than a temporary annoyance. Find out about the underlying medical conditions…

7 Everyday Things That Can Trigger Hearing Loss

It’s not just lawn mowers and leaf blowers that can impact your hearing. Find out about ordinary sounds that are…

The Best — and Worst — Sleep Positions for Back Pain

Do you have neck or back pain? Your sleep style may be contributing. If you’ve ever woken up with a…

10 Things You Can Do to Prepare for an Extended Hospital Stay

Heading to the hospital can be a stressful time, but there are ways to plan for your stay so that…

What Unhealthy Habits Put You at Risk of Contact Lens Eye Infections?

More people around the world than ever use contact lenses, but while their advantages are well known to many, the…

When Should You See a Doctor About Your Headache?

It’s been days and what you thought was a regular tension headache hasn’t gone away. Is it time to go…

What Are the Symptoms of Acoustic Neuroma?

John S. Oghalai, MD, chair of the USC Caruso Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Keck Medicine…

Meet Maria E. Nelson, MD

Dr. Nelson is a surgeon at Keck Medicine of USC, who specializes in breast surgical oncology and breast cancer treatment.…

Forgetfulness: What’s Normal, What’s Not

How well do you remember what you did last week? Memory loss is not always a sign of aging. Learn…

10 Preparation Tips for Running a Marathon

With marathon season just around the corner, it’s a good idea to review some basic training tips that can benefit…