Beth Newcomb, Author at USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology

Sep 01

Illustration of people in face masks and coronavirus

Covid-19: U.S. Life Expectancy Continued to Decrease in 2021, Study Finds

By Beth Newcomb COVID-19, Demography, Featured, Health and Wellness, Research

Despite vaccination rollout, 2021 reductions in life expectancy appear to exceed those in 2020, and racial disparities have persisted, say researchers.

Aug 15

Artwork featuring a figure with intricately painted heart and lungs surrounded by smoke

Your Brain on Air Pollution

By Beth Newcomb Alzheimer's and Dementia, Environment, Featured, Research

Researchers across USC have joined forces to uncover the connection between the air we breathe and lifelong brain health.

Aug 10

Microscopic view of a cell featuring blue dots throughout its structure

Study of Mouse Immune Cells Highlights Differences Between Males and Females

By Beth Newcomb Featured, Research

Cutting-edge RNA study of neutrophils at the single-cell provides vital groundwork for further investigation of how immunity differs based on sex.

Aug 10

Which intermittent fasting diet works best? The ultimate guide (The Times)

By Beth Newcomb In the News

The Times (UK) quoted Valter Longo regarding the different forms of intermittent fasting and their pros and cons. “For a normal-weight person with no health issues, the benefits of a single five-day fast can extend to several months,” Longo says. The Telegraph also mentioned Longo’s research in an article on intermittent fasting.

Aug 09

A pair of young hands holding an older person's hand

Family Caregiver Support Center Receives Renewal Grant, Innovation Award

By Beth Newcomb Alzheimer's and Dementia, Caregiving, Featured, Honors and Awards

$8.5 million renewal supports the Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center, and program for Persian/Farsi-speaking caregivers is recognized by Los Angeles Alliance for Community Health and Aging.

Aug 05

Older woman in her kitchen, smiling and drying a plate with a rag

How to Prevent Falls with Home Safety Modifications

By Beth Newcomb Featured, Housing

Older adults can prevent falls and continue living safely at home by making a few modifications, writes Emily Nabors of the Fall Prevention Center of Excellence.

Aug 04

Portrait of Kelvin Davies on the left, with his name and faculty titles on the right

Podcast: Understanding stress, homestasis and the adaptive response at the molecular level

By Beth Newcomb Podcast, Research

Distinguished Professor Kelvin Davies discuss his research on how the body is able to maintain balance under stress and the implications it could have for preventing age-related disease and decline.

Jul 21

USC researchers identify symptoms associated with increased risk for long COVID (Los Angeles Times)

By Beth Newcomb In the News

Los Angeles Times featured a USC study on the rates and risk factors of long COVID. “These people are not able to do necessarily all the activities they would want to do, not able to fully work and take care of their families,” said Eileen Crimmins, a co-author of the study. “That’s an aspect of this disease that needs to be recognized, because it’s not really as benign as some people think. Even people who have relatively few symptoms to start with can end up with long COVID.”

Jul 19

Jessica Haddad in a commencement sash with a graphic saying "Class of 2022"

Master’s in medical gerontology grad plans to pursue dental school and specialize in geriatric dentistry. Jessica Haddad hopes to make a difference for older adults.

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Q&A

Jessica Haddad MAMG '22 is pursuing dental school in hopes of specializing in geriatric dentistry.

Jul 19

Who’ll Get Long COVID? Just a Look at a Patient Gives Clues (NBC Right Now)

By Beth Newcomb In the News

NBC Right Now (via HealthDay) featured a study led by Eileen Crimmins on the rates and risk factors of long COVID. “What’s somewhat more interesting are the things that didn’t matter,” Crimmins said. “Gender didn’t predict long COVID. Race/ethnicity didn’t predict long COVID. And having conditions like hypertension [high blood pressure], heart disease, cancer, they didn’t predict long COVID.” The study was also featured in KCBS, Olean Times Herald, India Education Diary and Medical Xpress.