WorldMed@UPC students make a local and global health impact
The group, with more than 100 student members, aims to make an impact in areas like food and housing insecurity.
How to Vaccinate 12,000 People in a Day: Behind the Scenes at Dodger Stadium
Two USC pharmacists give us an inside look at how L.A. fights the coronavirus at one of the largest vaccination sites in the country.
When COVID-19 vaccinations began, the USC community sprang into action
From day one of distribution to today, Trojans have been delivering vaccines to hard-hit communities, volunteering at mega-sites and ensuring that hundreds of thousands of shots get into arms.
Local entrepreneur ready to revitalize South L.A. food deserts, with USC help
Thanks in part to guidance from USC’s Bridges to Business Success Program, Javonne Sanders believes her company, Toss It Up Salad, is primed to provide the community with much-needed healthy options.
Meet 4 Trojans Who Fight for the Health and Dignity of the World’s Most Vulnerable
They advocate for safety, human rights and well-being across the globe, and they’ll come back tomorrow to do it all over again.
A shot at equity: USC vaccination site aims to expand access to immunization
As eligibility expands widely, the city opens a COVID-19 vaccination center in University Park, close to underserved South L.A. neighborhoods.
New USC-L.A. County collaboration to track COVID-19’s local impact
Antibody testing and survey answers collected from volunteers — adults and children — will deepen our understanding of the pandemic in one of America’s hardest-hit regions.
USC researcher wants to talk to Black menthol smokers — and retailers
Sabrina L. Smiley of the Keck School of Medicine is investigating the behavioral and social consequences of restrictions on sales of flavored tobacco products in unincorporated areas of L.A. County.
Caregivers struggle with barriers to getting COVID vaccines for elderly immigrant parents
It’s already hard enough for elderly immigrants to receive the health care they need. USC caregivers and medical experts explain how the pandemic has made it worse — and what can be done to help.
USC tackles vaccination inequities with community COVID-19 vaccine clinic
Keck Medicine of USC representatives worked with community leaders, went door to door and even set up a shuttle to help unvaccinated Los Angeles residents get their first shots.
Mobile dental clinic keeps kids smiling through the pandemic
The clinic — operated by the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC and serving thousands annually — won’t let COVID-19 cut down on care for Angelenos in need.
USC School of Pharmacy partnership provides free flu shots to Angelenos
The joint effort with the city of Los Angeles is an effort to avoid a “twindemic” amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
USC Military Alumni Serve as Heroes in Pandemic
Whether on planes, trucks or ships, Trojans use their training and USC connections to help communities facing COVID-19.
Physical therapy alum aims to launch nonprofit for black and brown girls with disabilities
The organization, Girls Overcoming Obstacles Daily, will focus on students facing health and resource disparities in South Los Angeles.
Coronavirus survey finds that only 45% of L.A. County residents still have jobs
People of color are more likely to suffer financially and mentally from the COVID-19 pandemic, according to USC Dornsife’s Understanding Coronavirus in America study.
Three Dedicated Trojans Who Will Inspire You
Far from the spotlight, members of the Trojan Family make a big difference in the lives of others.
When Epilepsy Has No Easy Answers, They Aim to Help
People with complex epilepsy in Central and Southern California have a new team of medical experts to turn to.
🎧 Walk with a Doc helps USC doctors and medical students connect with the community
Greg Harlan is a USC physician who regularly goes for walks with residents of nearby neighborhoods. Listen in as he explains what makes this program so valuable.
Lung Cancer Screening with CT Aims to Save Lives
Routine tests could help people at high risk for lung cancer. USC doctors are spreading that message to get more patients screened.
Occupational therapists find their place in providing health care for the homeless
USC Chan’s Deborah Pitts has worked to integrate occupational therapists into agencies that help the homeless, and her efforts are opening doors to new opportunities.
USC medical leaders promote social justice as key step toward healing society’s ills
Preventive medicine expert Ricky Bluthenthal is leading the effort to pursue fairness in health and well-being at the Keck School of Medicine of USC’s new Office for Social Justice.
Llama Drama: Latest in fotonovela series heightens hypertension awareness
Comic-style booklet is 10th in a USC School of Pharmacy series aimed at increasing health literacy.
USC mobile dental clinics provide free treatment to South L.A. students
Community service initiative will provide dental treatment to underserved children over the next two years.
Balancing family and medical school? It shouldn’t make headlines, USC student says
While in medical school, Margarita Ivanova got married, had a son and encouraged countless Los Angeles high schoolers to pursue health professions and work in the sciences.