Latest news from Keck Medicine of USC on Newswise en-us Copyright 2024 Newswise 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/new-technology-lights-up-bacteria-in-wounds-for-better-infection-prevention/?sc=rsin /articles/new-technology-lights-up-bacteria-in-wounds-for-better-infection-prevention/?sc=rsin Tue, 27 Aug 2024 12:00:51 EST New Keck Medicine of USC research published in Advances in Wound Care suggests there may be a more effective method to detect bacteria during wound debridement. Keck Medicine of USC /articles/cannabis-use-tied-to-head-and-neck-cancer/?sc=rsin /articles/cannabis-use-tied-to-head-and-neck-cancer/?sc=rsin Thu, 08 Aug 2024 11:00:00 EST A study from the USC Head and Neck Center, part of Keck Medicine of USC and the USC Caruso Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, suggests that cannabis, the most commonly used illicit substance worldwide, is associated with an increased occurrence of head and neck cancer. Keck Medicine of USC /articles/usc-norris-comprehensive-cancer-center-to-open-radiation-oncology-and-imaging-center-in-newport-beach/?sc=rsin /articles/usc-norris-comprehensive-cancer-center-to-open-radiation-oncology-and-imaging-center-in-newport-beach/?sc=rsin Wed, 07 Aug 2024 12:00:18 EST USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of Keck Medicine of USC, will open a Newport Beach location offering the latest advancements in radiation therapy and diagnostic imaging. Keck Medicine of USC /articles/keck-hospital-of-usc-earns-five-stars-on-cms-2024-quality-star-rating-report-for-second-year-in-a-row/?sc=rsin /articles/keck-hospital-of-usc-earns-five-stars-on-cms-2024-quality-star-rating-report-for-second-year-in-a-row/?sc=rsin Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:05:00 EST Keck Hospital of USC earns five stars, the highest rating possible, on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) 2024 quality star rating report.  Keck Medicine of USC /articles/transgender-adults-have-double-the-prevalence-of-cirrhosis-as-cisgender-adults/?sc=rsin /articles/transgender-adults-have-double-the-prevalence-of-cirrhosis-as-cisgender-adults/?sc=rsin Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:00:38 EST A new study from Keck Medicine of USC published in The American Journal of Gastroenterology finds that transgender adults have double the prevalence of cirrhosis compared to cisgender adults (people whose gender identity matches the sex they were assigned at birth), suggesting a need for more supportive, preventive care. Keck Medicine of USC /articles/phase-ib-study-of-regorafenib-reg-plus-pembrolizumab-pembro-for-first-line-treatment-of-advanced-hepatocellular-carcinoma-hcc/?sc=rsin /articles/phase-ib-study-of-regorafenib-reg-plus-pembrolizumab-pembro-for-first-line-treatment-of-advanced-hepatocellular-carcinoma-hcc/?sc=rsin Fri, 24 May 2024 13:05:10 EST Keck Medicine of USC /articles/breaking-barriers-for-cancer-clinical-trials-a-multi-tiered-interventional-approach-to-boost-racial-and-ethnic-minority-participation-in-early-phase-studies/?sc=rsin /articles/breaking-barriers-for-cancer-clinical-trials-a-multi-tiered-interventional-approach-to-boost-racial-and-ethnic-minority-participation-in-early-phase-studies/?sc=rsin Fri, 24 May 2024 12:05:21 EST Keck Medicine of USC /articles/keck-medicine-launches-institute-to-promote-excellence-in-nursing/?sc=rsin /articles/keck-medicine-launches-institute-to-promote-excellence-in-nursing/?sc=rsin Thu, 09 May 2024 12:00:01 EST Keck Medicine of USC has launched the USC Nursing Institute to promote education, leadership development, clinical expertise and research among nurses. Keck Medicine of USC /articles/keck-medicine-of-usc-earns-lgbtq-healthcare-equality-leader-2024-designation/?sc=rsin /articles/keck-medicine-of-usc-earns-lgbtq-healthcare-equality-leader-2024-designation/?sc=rsin Wed, 08 May 2024 11:00:44 EST Keck Medicine of USC hospitals and USC Student Health, part of Keck Medicine, received the 'LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader' designation in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2024 Healthcare Equality Index (HEI). Keck Medicine of USC /articles/keck-hospital-of-usc-earns-an-a-hospital-safety-grade-from-the-leapfrog-group/?sc=rsin /articles/keck-hospital-of-usc-earns-an-a-hospital-safety-grade-from-the-leapfrog-group/?sc=rsin Wed, 01 May 2024 00:05:00 EST  Keck Hospital of USC  earned an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization. Keck Medicine of USC /articles/keck-medicine-of-usc-opens-new-las-vegas-transplant-care-clinic/?sc=rsin /articles/keck-medicine-of-usc-opens-new-las-vegas-transplant-care-clinic/?sc=rsin Thu, 25 Apr 2024 12:00:58 EST Keck Medicine of USC has opened a new location in Las Vegas that will provide specialized care for patients in Las Vegas and surrounding communities who need a liver or heart transplant. Keck Medicine of USC /articles/study-explores-the-future-of-at-home-cancer-treatment/?sc=rsin /articles/study-explores-the-future-of-at-home-cancer-treatment/?sc=rsin Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:00:15 EST A clinical trial from Keck Medicine of USC will test the feasibility of treating non-small cell lung cancer with immunotherapy provided at home. Keck Medicine of USC /articles/new-study-examines-if-inoperable-pancreatic-tumors-can-be-safely-removed/?sc=rsin /articles/new-study-examines-if-inoperable-pancreatic-tumors-can-be-safely-removed/?sc=rsin Thu, 14 Mar 2024 12:00:56 EST A clinical trial from Keck Medicine of USC aims to provide a surgical solution for patients with a form of advanced pancreatic cancer previously considered inoperable. Keck Medicine of USC /articles/hearing-aids-may-help-people-live-longer/?sc=rsin /articles/hearing-aids-may-help-people-live-longer/?sc=rsin Wed, 03 Jan 2024 18:30:00 EST A new study from Keck Medicine of USC shows that adults with hearing loss who regularly used hearing aids had a 24% lower risk of mortality than those who never wore them. Keck Medicine of USC /articles/usc-norris-cancer-hospital-earns-leapfrog-top-teaching-hospital-award-for-third-year-in-a-row/?sc=rsin /articles/usc-norris-cancer-hospital-earns-leapfrog-top-teaching-hospital-award-for-third-year-in-a-row/?sc=rsin Tue, 05 Dec 2023 06:00:30 EST The Leapfrog Group, a national hospital watchdog organization, has named USC Norris Cancer Hospital a 2023 Top Teaching Hospital. Keck Medicine of USC /articles/could-a-specialized-diet-alleviate-long-covid/?sc=rsin /articles/could-a-specialized-diet-alleviate-long-covid/?sc=rsin Mon, 09 Oct 2023 12:00:37 EST Approximately 7% of Americans have had long COVID, a range of ongoing health problems experienced after infection and recovery from COVID-19. Symptoms can include fatigue, brain fog, headaches, chest pain, heart palpitations and more. Keck Medicine of USC /articles/chris-allen-named-chief-financial-officer-of-keck-medicine-of-usc/?sc=rsin /articles/chris-allen-named-chief-financial-officer-of-keck-medicine-of-usc/?sc=rsin Tue, 05 Sep 2023 12:00:24 EST Keck Medicine of USC has named Chris Allen chief financial officer (CFO), effective Aug. 31.  Keck Medicine of USC /articles/covid-19-flu-and-rsv-vaccines-what-you-need-to-know/?sc=rsin /articles/covid-19-flu-and-rsv-vaccines-what-you-need-to-know/?sc=rsin Thu, 24 Aug 2023 12:00:32 EST Keck Medicine of USC experts discuss new recommendations for staying healthy and safe during the respiratory virus season Keck Medicine of USC /articles/keck-hospital-of-usc-receives-highest-rating-on-national-quality-report/?sc=rsin /articles/keck-hospital-of-usc-receives-highest-rating-on-national-quality-report/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Jul 2023 00:05:00 EST Keck Hospital of USC earns five stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) annual quality star rating report Keck Medicine of USC /articles/black-patients-with-plaque-build-up-in-arteries-in-the-legs-more-likely-to-have-a-stroke-heart-attack-or-amputation-than-white-patients/?sc=rsin /articles/black-patients-with-plaque-build-up-in-arteries-in-the-legs-more-likely-to-have-a-stroke-heart-attack-or-amputation-than-white-patients/?sc=rsin Tue, 13 Jun 2023 12:05:57 EST A new study from Keck Medicine of USC has uncovered significant racial disparities in the diagnosis, treatment and outcomes of peripheral artery disease (PAD) among Black and white patients in the United States. 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