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Is Taking Too Many Over-the-Counter Antacids Dangerous?

Antacids can be good for providing short-term relief, but long-term use can cover up more serious medical conditions. If you’ve…

4 Weight-Loss Surgery Myths, Debunked by a Bariatric Surgeon

Get the facts on bariatric surgery from our experts. Bariatric surgery can be a lifesaving solution for people who are…

Myth or Fact: Are Kidney Stones As Painful as Childbirth?

It has been said that passing a kidney stone is the closest a man will get to experiencing the pain…

6 Signs That You Should See a Urologist

A urologist can help with bladder issues and pelvic pain in men and women, as well as sexual dysfunction and…

5 Common Health Problems You Can Prevent

Take control of your health, with these tips on preventing common injuries and conditions. Many diseases strike without warning. Their…

10 Signs Your Back Pain Could Be a Kidney Stone

A Keck Medicine of USC urologist discusses ways you can tell if your backache is a sign of a kidney…

What Are Kegel Exercises, and Should You Do Them?

Find out how these pelvic floor exercises can help you. You may have heard of Kegels — pregnant women are…

Are Hiccups a Sign of Something Serious?

If your hiccups are chronic, they may be more than a temporary annoyance. Find out about the underlying medical conditions…

How Dangerous Is Secondhand Smoke?

Passive smoking can be more damaging to your health than you might think. Considering the clear risks associated with smoking,…

Hallmark Actor Back in Action After Kidney Cancer

With the help of Keck Medicine of USC and Inderbir S. Gill, MD, actor and television host Cameron Mathison refuses…

5 Easy Ways to Make the Holiday Season Healthier

From keeping leftovers safe to managing holiday stress, these tips can help make the holiday season a little merrier. The…

7 Symptoms That Can Be Caused by Stress

The effects of stress on the body can range from temporary nuisances to long-term negative consequences. Learn what to be…