Self-harm awareness month

March is Self-Harm Awareness Month. Self-harm occurs most often around adolescence, but around 4-5% of adults in the United States will experience this condition at some point in their lives. There are effective treatment options that can help a person Read More »

March 14th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Metastatic prostate cancer on the rise since decrease in cancer screenings

A new study from Keck Medicine of USC finds that the incidence rate of metastatic prostate cancer has significantly increased for men 45 and older and coincides with recommendations against routine prostate cancer screenings.

“This study is the first Read More »

March 14th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Keck Medicine introduces a new, Limitless approach to health care

Keck Medicine of USC leadership and staff have introduced a new way to engage patients, faculty and staff: Limitless. The goal of this awareness and engagement initiative is to showcase how the organization goes further every day for its patients, empowering Read More »

March 10th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

USC announces new University Professors and Distinguished Professors, including Caryn Lerman of USC Norris

On March 7, Charles F. Zukosky, USC provost and senior vice president for academic affairs, announced the newest faculty members to receive the highest academic honor that the university bestows — to be named a University Professor or a Distinguished Read More »

March 9th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Under the shadow of the cancerous betel nut, a connection has grown from across the Pacific

Nearly 6,000 miles west from Downtown Los Angeles lies the island of Saipan. Part of the Mariana Islands, Saipan is popular among both Asian and American tourists who appreciate the stunning scenery, tropical weather and welcoming culture. One local tradition Read More »

March 9th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|