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What’s the Difference Between a Cold, Bronchitis and Pneumonia?

Sniffling. Coughing. Maybe a fever. Whatever it is, you feel miserable. But is it just a cold — or something…

Myth or Fact: Only Women Get Breast Cancer

If you guessed myth, you’re correct. Like women, men have breast tissue and, therefore, are also at risk for breast…

What Is the Difference Between Good and Bad Cholesterol?

Cholesterol — a waxy substance that builds in the arteries — is not completely harmful, despite its reputation for being…

Is Your Blood Pressure Accurate?

Learn small hacks to make sure you’re getting the right readings. Over time, your blood pressure readings can tell you a…

Position Yourself for Sound Sleep With Back Pain

Raymond Jonathan Hah, MD, and Christopher C. Ornelas, MD, orthopedic surgeons at Keck Medicine of USC, reveal the best sleep…

Is Your Voice Changing Due to Acid Reflux?

Acid reflux can cause a whole host of symptoms, but is it to blame for voice changes? Our voice specialist…

Panic Attack vs. Anxiety: How to Tell the Difference

Not all anxiety is the same. This checklist can help you determine what’s happening, before you talk to your doctor.…

Heart Disease Is the Biggest Threat to Women's Health. Many Don’t Even Know

Less than half of American women know the biggest threat to their health is heart disease. Learn more about it…

When Should I Go to the Emergency Room?

Medical experts explain when to go to the emergency room — and when to call a doctor instead. It’s not…

What It Means When Your Heart Skips a Beat

Most heart palpitations are normal. Here are 5 reasons your heart might be skipping a beat. Your heart may pound…

Aortic Dissection Interrupts Groom's Wedding

Minutes after exchanging vows, Eli Newell experienced a life-threatening cardiac emergency. Eli Newell is a comedian, so it follows that…

When to Go to the Emergency Room

The medical director for USC Arcadia Hospital's emergency department shares key things to know about emergency care and how to…