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Is It Hemorrhoids or Colon Cancer?

Hemorrhoids and colon cancer are two very different conditions, but they can share some similar symptoms. Discovering blood on toilet…

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. The thyroid…

Do Candy, Cake and Other Sweets Cause Cancer?

You may already know that consuming too much sugar is not recommended and offers little in the way of nutritional…

7 Fruits That Can Help You Lose (or Maintain Your) Weight

Weighing your options: Are you making the best selections in the produce section? Healthy eating is all about variety. The…

10 Blood Pressure Myths and Facts You Need to Know

Does drinking alcohol raise blood pressure? What are the signs of high blood pressure? Find out the answers — and…

USC Music Professor Beats Head and Neck Cancer

While Richard Smith was helping his sister move back to their hometown in Oregon, he felt a twinge in his…

5 Warning Signs of Diabetes

Over 38 million people in the United States have diabetes. A Keck Medicine of USC endocrinologist discusses five warning signs…

Why Do I Need Speech Therapy?

Speech therapy helps a broad range of conditions, including cognitive and swallowing disorders. What comes to mind when you hear…

What Is Stenosis of the Spine?

A Keck Medicine of USC spine surgeon shares what you need to know about spinal stenosis, a radiographic finding that…

What Causes Colon Cancer?

What causes colon cancer, and how can screening and lifestyle choices reduce your risk? Colorectal (colon and rectal cancer) is…

Cost of Popular Weight Loss Drugs Goes Down for People Without Insurance

The makers of Wegovy and Zepbound have lowered the price for people paying out of pocket for the popular GLP-1…

Fit for Donation: Health Requirements to Be a Living Organ Donor

When living organ donors need to improve their health, Keck Medicine of USC’s Donate Well Program helps them shape up.…