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How You Can Qualify to Be a Living Kidney Donor

What you need to know about donating a kidney A kidney transplant, which helps patients with kidney disease, including advanced…

What Is Radiation for Cancer?

A Keck Medicine of USC radiation oncologist explains what to know about radiation treatment for cancer. Radiation oncology — the…

How to Qualify as a Living Liver Donor

A USC Transplant Institute physician explains the living-liver-donation process: requirements, recovery and the life-changing impact of this vital gift. When…

Trekking the World After Hip Replacement

A new hip allows Traci Samczyk to continue her global adventures without pain. For Traci Samczyk, 58, life is about…

Everything You Need to Know About Hip Replacement Surgery Recovery

While recovery from surgery can vary from patient to patient, a Keck Medicine of USC orthopedic surgeon details best tips…

Can You Cure IBS Permanently?

Identifying what provokes your irritable bowel syndrome symptoms can bring relief. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common problem affecting…

What to Know Before Your Next Emergency Room Visit

Top emergency room tips every patient should know. Emergency departments (ED) can be overwhelming. It’s rough to be surrounded by…

What Is Sarcoma?

USC Sarcoma Program specialists explain types of sarcomas, symptoms of a sarcoma and new treatments for these rare cancers. Sarcomas…

Multiple Sclerosis Patient Swims to Raise Awareness

Multiple sclerosis has changed Richard Gardner’s life, but it hasn’t affected his resilience or generosity. Now, he swims to raise…

7 Symptoms That Can Be Caused by Stress

The effects of stress on the body can range from temporary nuisances to long-term negative consequences. Learn what to be…

Transfusion-Free Surgery Goes Mainstream

Natalie Ciebrant credits Keck Medicine of USC cardiothoracic surgeon Fernando Fleischman, MD, for safely treating her aortic disease while respecting…

What to Eat After You’ve Been Diagnosed with Cancer

When you are diagnosed with cancer, knowing what foods to eat can help you deal with the disease and the…