Diabetes diagnosis later in life may signal pancreatic cancer for African-Americans, Latinos
Early identification of the cancer is key — but symptoms usually appear when the disease is in its later stages and no screening method currently exists.
Researcher puts focus on the health of Latina breast cancer survivors
Yearlong exercise study at USC examines a population at higher risk for Type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Scientists launch global effort to find the next diabetes drug
USC researchers issue a call to scientists to help them create the first comprehensive model of a cell that is central to diabetes, the pancreatic beta cell.
Surgeon tells how his team aims to reduce amputations due to diabetes
Contrary to popular belief, diabetes doesn’t make your leg fall off. There’s a “stairway to amputation” with several steps.
Occupational therapy can improve health of young adults with diabetes, USC study shows
Research participants who completed the program improve their quality of life and good health habits
The basics of biotech and why it matters at USC
Strategist Amanda Mason talks about the university’s many labs looking for cures to cancer, Alzheimer’s, diabetes and more.
Drinking coffee could lead to a longer life
Whether it’s caffeinated or decaffeinated, coffee is associated with lower mortality, which suggests the association is not tied to caffeine.
From mother to baby: ‘Secondhand sugars’ can pass through breast milk
Even a small amount of fructose in breast milk is associated with increases in a baby’s body weight.
Fasting-mimicking diet may reverse diabetes
Periodic cycles of fasting reprogram pancreatic cells and restore insulin production, USC researchers find.
Air pollution linked to heightened risk of Type 2 diabetes in obese Latino children
High levels of pollution may make insulin-creating cells become less efficient, increasing the risk for Type 2 diabetes, USC researchers say.
Technology helps adults in Taiwan improve management of diabetes
An intergenerational program explores whether tablets can improve a person’s well-being.
Newly discovered proteins may protect against age-related illnesses
The proteins could play a key role in the aging process and the onset of diseases linked to older age.
Medicare seniors likely to be sicker, live longer in near future
USC Schaeffer Center and Brookings Institution researchers analyze concerns, trends and policy considerations critical for the sustainability of Medicare.
Researchers devise a better way to potentially avert blindness
At USC’s Translational Imaging Center, Scott Fraser and Jeff Fingler develop a new method that could help prevent diabetic patients from losing their sight.
Fit Families feeds a need for healthier eating
USC’s free wellness program educates residents about diet and exercise in areas at high risk of chronic diseases.
Vision loss reversed in people with diabetic eye disease
A common prescription drug may help reduce cases of blindness by 75 percent in Hispanic and non-Hispanic whites.
For young people with diabetes, care can take a backseat to life
USC professor aims to help patients by customizing strategies for sticking with their treatment.
How can doctors improve outcomes for diabetes patients?
Primary care physicians can do three things to boost quality of life, Keck Medicine researchers say.
Self-care among Latinos with diabetes studied
Researcher seeks ways to make health an everyday priority for teens and young adults.
Can music add harmony to your health?
Body computing competition at USC will challenge entrants to mix music and biometrics.
African-Americans at higher risk for diabetic vision loss
USC study points to need for improved screening and access to treatments.
Goldman cautions policymakers to be sensitive to needs of diabetes patients
Capitol Hill briefing focuses on economics of comprehensive diabetes management.
Keck Medicine discovery could lead to new therapy for reducing inflammation in diseases
Scientists uncover immune system component that resists a potentially fatal complication of infection in mice.
Culture sensitivity is needed in the global battle against serious health issues
USC Dornsife faculty, students and alumni show how it can be done.