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10 Blood Pressure Myths and Facts You Need to Know

Does drinking alcohol raise blood pressure? What are the signs of high blood pressure? Find out the answers — and…

An Advanced Procedure to Fix Irregular Heartbeat

With the help of an innovative treatment and the expertise of Ivan Ho, MD, at the USC Cardiac and Vascular…

What Are Uterine Fibroids?

Learn the facts about uterine fibroids, including symptoms, risks and treatment options, from a gynecologic oncologist and women’s health expert.…

Warning Signs of a Ministroke

Patients must treat ministroke symptoms seriously because they often precede a stroke. The term “ministroke” may not sound like too…

How to Increase Organ Donations in the U.S.: Education and Financial Aid Are Key

A Keck Medicine of USC expert explains how transplant teams are addressing the massive shortage of organ donations in the…

How Are Strokes Treated?

Matthew Tenser, MD, director of neuro-interventional surgery at USC Arcadia Hospital, shares how specialists treat these life-threatening emergencies. A stroke…

Heart Transplant Saves Retired Firefighter

After a lifetime of service, Ken Cochran turned to the USC Transplant Institute for help when he needed it most.…

Intermittent Fasting and Heart Health

Experts say losing weight is beneficial for heart health, but there is little research on the long-term impact of intermittent…

What Causes High Blood Pressure?

Learn about the signs of high blood pressure and how to manage hypertension. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension,…

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…

Why Heart Transplants Are So Rewarding and So Challenging Today

Demand for heart transplants still outstrips supply, but other advancements are improving the practice, says transplant cardiologist Ajay S. Vaidya,…

Treatment Options for Prostate Cancer

A Keck Medicine of USC urologist discusses factors to consider when contemplating treatment options for prostate cancer. Recommended options for…