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Can You Prevent Strep Throat?

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

How to Prevent Ear Infections When It’s Cold

It’s not just kids who get ear infections — adults can have them, too. Here’s how to reduce your risk.…

Meet Niels Kokot, MD

Dr. Kokot is an otolaryngologist with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in all aspects of head and neck surgery.…

Meet John S. Oghalai, MD

Dr. Oghalai is an otolaryngologist with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in ear and skull base surgery. Here’s what…

Thyroid Problems: Fluctuating Weight, Hair Loss and More

A small, butterfly-shaped gland tucked right underneath your Adam’s apple can have a huge impact on your health. Your thyroid…

Meet Michael Johns III, MD

Dr. Michael Johns III is an otolaryngologist with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in laryngology, and voice, swallowing and…

What Are the Symptoms of Acoustic Neuroma?

John S. Oghalai, MD, chair of the USC Caruso Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, part of Keck…

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…

Meet Karla O’Dell, MD

Dr. O’Dell is a laryngologist with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in hoarseness, swallowing disorders and airway stenosis. She…

7 Everyday Things That Can Trigger Hearing Loss

It’s not just lawn mowers and leaf blowers that can impact your hearing. Find out about ordinary sounds that are…

How Cell Yell Could Be Harming Your Voice

It’s not just talking on your cell phone — all those conference calls and virtual meetings may also be taking…

The High Cost of Hearing Aids

Are some types of health coverage better than others at helping patients afford hearing aids? A recent study from Keck…