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USC's new brain map aids targeted treatment for diseases

WEBScientists can use the new map of the hippocampus to deliver genetically targeted drugs to specific neurons with fewer side effects, said senior author Hong-Wei …

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USC Health Disparities Experts Look for Answers to Inequities in …

WEBBy age 60, 7% to 8% of people earning high incomes report being in fair to poor health. That figure rises to 45% among people earning low incomes. In later …

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Using art for medical healing

WEBUsing art for medical healing. A vibrant collection of USC programs infuses arts activities into health care to soften the hospital setting, support patients’ recovery and lift their …

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State of the University: Folt praises Trojans’ strength, grace

WEBState of the University: President praises campus community’s strength, grace. In the second of two addresses, Carol Folt announces Charles Murry as the new …

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Campaign aims to double USC health campus’ footprint, research …

WEBFolt spoke about the coming USC Campaign for Health — an effort to raise philanthropic support to double the university’s overall research portfolio and increase …

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Black History Month: health, wellness and a generous dose of joy

WEBUSC experts examine Black health and wellness, the national theme for Black History Month 2022. It shifts the public mindset to a more positive and mindful …

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USC Student Health enhancements take shape on two campuses

WEBAnd for the first time, USC students will be able to make an appointment and receive psychological and medical health care at either the Eric Cohen Student Health …

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USC and CHLA will fight obesity and diabetes in Latino children

WEBUSC, in partnership with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, has won a $24.5 million NIH grant to launch a center aimed at fighting obesity and related chronic …

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Pollution in Los Angeles neighborhoods measured in USC study

WEBJune 13, 2018 Ron Mackovich-Rodriguez. A new USC analysis of air quality data shows sharply different levels of air pollution across the Los Angeles area, with Chinatown …

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USC announces Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention

WEBThe new Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention will aim to reduce cancer disparities in underserved communities in Los Angeles and surrounding areas. October …

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The Science of Happiness: How Contentment Impacts Health, …

WEBMatters of health and well-being are paramount in Soni’s mind. “The science of happiness can be directly connected to love and community,” he says. He favors the …

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USC facility would offer blueprint to improve community health

WEBProposed building offers a blueprint for improving community health. The Discovery and Translational Hub, a seven-story building proposed for the USC Health …

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One-third of neighborhoods in big U.S. cities have been pharmacy …

WEBBlack and Latino neighborhoods in the 30 most populous U.S. cities had fewer pharmacies than white or diverse neighborhoods in 2007-2015, USC research …

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USC commencement 2024: What you need to know if you’ll be …

WEBThe Trojan Family will be celebrating USC’s 141st commencement this week with more than 100 events. Thousands of graduates, family members and friends will be …

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The Science Behind Harmful Chemicals Explained

WEBToxicologist John Whysner says the health problems linked to burning fossil fuels share a common cause with global climate change. May 26, 2021 Sarah …

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Tsimane people’s lifestyle may be key to understanding healthy …

WEBMay 26, 2021 Jenesse Miller. A team of international researchers has found that the Tsimane indigenous people of the Bolivian Amazon experience less brain atrophy than …

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Publicizing the risks pregnant people, especially Black women, face

WEBPublicizing the risks facing pregnant people — especially Black women. Allyson Felix — celebrated athlete, successful businesswoman and fierce advocate for …

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Latinos are more likely to die from COVID-19, underlining racial

WEBLatinos are more likely to die from COVID-19, underlining racial and ethnic disparities in outcomes. Though the study of racially diverse Medicaid patients indicated …

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Undiagnosed: More than 7 million Americans unaware they have …

WEBUndiagnosed: More than 7 million Americans unaware they have mild cognitive impairment. October 25, 2023. Two new USC Dornsife studies suggest that of …

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