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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…

How Do Genetics Affect Heart Health?

A person’s family history can affect their heart health just as much as their lifestyle or environment. Find out what…

Can Stress Cause Heart Problems?

Is stress hurting your heart? A doctor discusses symptoms and solutions. Stress can be caused by many things, including bad…

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,…

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…

Are Energy Drinks Bad for Your Heart? A Dietitian Answers.

Are energy drinks bad for you? A Keck Medicine of USC dietitian advises. Is America facing an energy crisis? Judging…

Is Dark Chocolate Good for You? A Dietitian Answers.

Is dark chocolate good for your heart? A Keck Medicine of USC dietitian says it can be — but in…

No Blood Flow. No Healing. How Is Poor Blood Circulation Dangerous?

Poor blood circulation could be a symptom of peripheral artery disease or more serious health risks. Minor cuts or small…

Is Magnesium Good for Your Heart? A Dietitian Answers.

Can magnesium help your heart? A Keck Medicine of USC dietitian says it can — and it’s in more foods…

Is Stopping Hiatal Hernia Recurrence the Key to Curing GERD?

Hiatal hernias are a main cause of GERD. Keck Medicine of USC physicians are working on curing them for good.…

February goes out with a lot of heart

A month full of care, compassion, important events and expansion of services offered February is a month dedicated to the…

What to Know Before Your Next Emergency Room Visit

Top emergency room tips every patient should know. Emergency departments (ED) can be overwhelming. It’s rough to be surrounded by…