Even if you’re not in the direct path of the fire, the effects of wildfire smoke inhalation can cause major problems. Wildfires have caused tragic destruction along the West Coast in recent years, but when it comes to these blazes, it’s not just the flames themselves you need to worry about. Smoke from the fire […]
It’s 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, right? Not necessarily, and here’s why that matters. If you’ve ever taken your temperature only to wonder if you’re cold-blooded after getting a low reading, it could be because the standard 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit is based on some very old research. “A German physician came up with 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, or […]
Whether you’re a current or former smoker — or if you’ve never smoked at all — here are essential lung cancer facts everyone should know. You probably know that smoking causes lung cancer, but even if you don’t smoke or you’ve already quit, there’s more to consider. Why? Lung cancer is the second most common […]
It’s more important than ever to take steps to reduce your risk for respiratory illnesses like the flu, colds and COVID-19. Every year, as cold and flu season gets underway, people look for ways to avoid getting sick. The COVID-19 pandemic has made it even more crucial. “More than ever, it’s important that we use […]
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Find out the truth about some common myths and misconceptions about influenza. If you feel like you’re coming down with something, how can you know if you have the flu? You may think it’s COVID-19 or a cold; or, if you’re throwing up, you may think it’s the stomach flu. But influenza viruses are different […]
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Dr. Weber is an orthopedic surgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery and shoulder replacement. He also treats patients at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital. Here’s what you won’t find on his resume. Volleyball paved the way to sports medicine. “Growing up, I played a ton of volleyball and made […]
Do you know which part of the country is nicknamed the “Stone Belt”? Find out this and other fascinating facts about these mineral deposits formed by the human body. You may have heard the oft-cited factoid that kidney stones are as painful as childbirth, but do you know what kidney stones are made of or […]
You’ve probably heard that passing a kidney stone can be very painful, but you might not know exactly what they are or how to avoid one in the first place. Kidney stones — and passing a kidney stone, in particular — are notorious for being painful. They’re also surprisingly common. In fact, 11% of men […]
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More people around the world than ever use contact lenses, but while their advantages are well known to many, the health risks of contacts are often overlooked. Most crucially, the unhealthy hygiene habits of contact lens wearers often put them at the greatest risk. According to a recent study in Morbidity and Mortality Week Report […]
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Experts with the USC Roski Eye Institute, part of Keck Medicine of USC, share what you need to know. As the leading cause of irreversible blindness in the United States and the world, glaucoma is a serious group of diseases that is projected to affect nearly 4.2 million Americans by 2030, according to the National […]