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Why Can't I Sleep?

Keck Medicine of USC experts discuss underlying medical conditions that may be causing your sleep trouble. Insomnia The most common…

Bringing Male Mental Health to the Forefront

Steven Siegel, MD, PhD, chief mental health and wellness officer with Keck Medicine of USC, shares insights on men’s mental…

Strong Maternity Care for Black Mom-to-Be

Candice Cauley shares her positive journey receiving maternity care at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, where a women's health practice is…

5 Ways to Protect Yourself From the Flu and Other Respiratory Illnesses

It’s more important than ever to take steps to reduce your risk for respiratory illnesses like the flu, colds and…

The Ability to Blink: How Oculoplastics Saved a Burn Victim’s Eyelids

When Joe Cruz had a car accident in Northern California, burn marks left his face so devastated that he lost…

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…

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…

Does Being a Night Owl Affect Your Health?

There are two types of people in this world: Early birds and night owls. When it comes to sleep habits,…

4 Signs You Should See a Doctor for Your Deviated Septum

Having a deviated septum is fairly common. So how do you know when it’s time to see a doctor? Read…

Can You Prevent Strep Throat?

Winter is coming — and so is the painful infection known as strep throat. Here are some recommendations to keep…

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…

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.…