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When Migraines Require Lifestyle Change

Some patients need holistic treatment for migraine headaches beyond clinical procedures and headache medication alone. Migraines can make it impossible…

Your Body at 60

Forget images of early bird specials, grannies and rocking chairs. Today’s young-at-heart 60-year-olds are embracing an active and healthy lifestyle.…

5 Important Questions to Ask an Acoustic Neuroma Specialist

Acoustic neuromas are the second most common tumor inside the head. Also known as vestibular schwannomas, acoustic neuromas originate from the…

What Are the Symptoms of Acoustic Neuroma?

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

9 Health Benefits of Eating Eggs for Breakfast

What came first the chicken or the egg? We may never know, but we do know there are many reasons…

Meet Craig J. Baker, MD

Dr. Baker is a surgeon at Keck Medicine of USC, who specializes in cardiac and cardiothoracic surgery. Here’s what you…

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…

How Type 2 Diabetes Affects Men

Low testosterone and sexual health issues are just some of the side effects that men with diabetes may experience. It’s…

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…

Is Colon Cleansing Dangerous?

It’s considered a natural way to detoxify the body, but does colon cleansing do more harm than good? If you’ve…

4 Things You Should Know About Gallstones

Do you have severe abdominal pain? You could have gallstones. Learn more about the signs and symptoms. Tucked beneath your…

Are You Eating Too Much Fish?

Eating fish, as part of a balanced diet, offers several nutritional benefits. But, how do the mercury levels in fish…