With the help of an innovative treatment and the expertise of Ivan Ho, MD, at the USC Cardiac and Vascular Institute, Kent Demaine defied the odds in treating his atrial fibrillation. If Kent Demaine could go back in time and change one thing, he would not have waited so long to treat his atrial fibrillation. […]
Suffering from a painful yet often misunderstood pelvic disorder, Nathreen Bonnet found healing through an advanced, highly precise surgical procedure at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital. Though it’s common enough to affect an estimated 10% of women in the United States, endometriosis is hard to diagnose. There is no simple test. Its most common symptom, pelvic […]
From walking pneumonia to COVID-19 pneumonia, here are some key facts about this potentially serious condition. When you’re sick, it can be hard to diagnose yourself: Do you have a cold? The flu? COVID-19? Bronchitis? Or, could it be pneumonia? Pneumonia is a potentially serious condition: An estimated 1 million adults in the United States […]
The average adult can have two to three colds per year, but is there anything you can do to make the common cold a less common fixture in your health? Here’s what you need to know. The common cold has earned its ubiquitous standing — one runny nose and sore throat at a time. With […]
Does drinking alcohol raise blood pressure? What are the signs of high blood pressure? Find out the answers — and the truth behind common blood pressure misconceptions. High blood pressure affects nearly half of adults in the United States, but only 1 in 4 has it under control. Also called hypertension, high blood pressure happens […]
This common procedure can help reduce pain and restore your ability to move better. But how do you know when it’s time for surgery? Knee replacement surgery is one of the most successful procedures in all of medicine, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). It’s also very common: More than 790,000 knee […]
Even if you’re not in the direct path of the fire, the effects of wildfire smoke inhalation can cause major problems. Wildfires have caused tragic destruction along the West Coast in recent years, but when it comes to these blazes, it’s not just the flames themselves you need to worry about. Smoke from the fire […]
It’s 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, right? Not necessarily, and here’s why that matters. If you’ve ever taken your temperature only to wonder if you’re cold-blooded after getting a low reading, it could be because the standard 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit is based on some very old research. “A German physician came up with 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, or […]
Whether you’re a current or former smoker — or if you’ve never smoked at all — here are essential lung cancer facts everyone should know. You probably know that smoking causes lung cancer, but even if you don’t smoke or you’ve already quit, there’s more to consider. Why? Lung cancer is the second most common […]
It’s more important than ever to take steps to reduce your risk for respiratory illnesses like the flu, colds and COVID-19. Every year, as cold and flu season gets underway, people look for ways to avoid getting sick. The COVID-19 pandemic has made it even more crucial. “More than ever, it’s important that we use […]