Cardiovascular risk: Men and women now on equal footing, with both improving
Risk factors, gender and age differences decreasing among adults over 50; researchers say medications play a major role.
Heart transplant patient makes the most of his second chance at life
After years of treatment, a Vietnam veteran finds a USC cardiology team that provides an “amazing experience.”
Creating new heart muscle out of stem cells? This grad student is doing it
PhD student Joycelyn Yip ultimately hopes to test heart disease treatments in ways that reduce risk to patients.
An iPhone app that monitors heart failures — and perhaps saves lives
The high-tech, low-cost diagnostic tool is designed to detect heart failure before it happens, USC engineer says.
Using virtual reality — and mom’s sewing machine — for stroke rehab
Sook-Lei Liew builds a prototype with a laptop, an off-the-shelf VR rig, a $9 swim cap and a brain-computer interface system.
Think fast: Your CPR response could mean the difference between recovery or a coma, or worse
USC-led study shows that bystander CPR is associated with favorable neurological survival for drowning victims in cardiac arrest.
Stroke survivor finds new calling as USC volunteer
David Karchem was a software developer until a stroke changed his life. Now he’s focusing on building a community for stroke survivors.
USC’s Virtual Care Clinic is a step in the future of technology-driven health care
One day you may be able to share health information on your smartphone.
An aspirin a day extends life, prevents heart attacks for certain older Americans, USC study finds
The daily regimen by older patients shows multiple health benefits and a reduction in health care spending, according to researchers.
Alum’s app boosts access to cardiovascular rehab
The startup Moving Analytics helps patients learn how to manage their condition via a smartphone.
Former stroke patient runs Los Angeles Marathon alongside treatment team
Longtime runner raises awareness for brain aneurysm research at USC.
More physical therapy isn’t always better for stroke patients
Hours of physical therapy do not necessarily provide better outcomes, USC researcher says.
Gene protects women from heart disease, study finds
Men who carry the variant receive no protective effect, USC researcher says.
Distance runner sees fast recovery with new type of pacemaker
The Nanostim is an emerging technology in the field of cardiac pacing, Keck School professor says.
Medical team creates first micropacemaker for fetuses
USC engineers and clinicians collaborate on a tiny device implanted through a small tube.
Does a fish hold the key to regenerating the heart after a heart attack?
Stem cell researchers use grants to study zebrafish’s power to heal from cardiac injuries — and how early feathers form.
Trojan’s heart is in the right place where health and medication are vital
Inspired to find answers by her grandfather’s chronic condition, USC junior conducts research that may benefit drug discovery and development.
Zeroing in on a silent killer
An X-ray laser uncovers the mechanics behind a major regulator of blood pressure, giving drug manufacturers a blueprint to adjust it.
USC doctors implant game-changing wireless device in heart patient
The sensor aims to reduce admissions to the hospital while empowering recipients.
First-time study examines lifetime health of college athletes
USC’s report reflects the modern landscape of sports, including the participation of women.
Soda consumers may be drinking more harmful sugar than labels reveal
The dose could increase a person’s risk for diabetes, cardiovascular disease and liver disease.
This is your heart on chips. Now, this is your heart on a chip
Megan McCain’s research replicates the effects of heart disease on 2.5-cm ‘organs on chip.’
MRI helps doctors examine effects of cholesterol meds
Researchers in a multiyear study are using magnetic resonance imaging to understand the long-term effect of statins drugs on arterial blockages.
Carving out more research time for surgeons
The Department of Surgery will fund one of its faculty’s participation in the clinical researcher education curriculum.