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The newest issue of Vitality Magazine is out! In this issue, we’re celebrating 50 years of achievement and shaping the future of aging for individuals, families, and societies everywhere.
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Fecal Transplants from Older Mice Significantly Improve Ovarian Function and Fertility in Younger Mice
Fecal Transplants from Older Mice Significantly Improve Ovarian Function and Fertility in Younger Mice
“Achieving Abundance in Eldercare” Report Maps Challenges and Opportunities in Ensuring Care for California’s Older Adults
“Achieving Abundance in Eldercare” Report Maps Challenges and Opportunities in Ensuring Care for California’s Older Adults
Thorell Family Gift Supports Senior Faculty with New Award
Thorell Family Gift Supports Senior Faculty with New Award
Eileen Crimmins Discusses Aging and Population Health with USC President Kim on Latest Trojan Talks Podcast
Eileen Crimmins Discusses Aging and Population Health with USC President Kim on Latest Trojan Talks Podcast
Former Marketing Professional Wants to Create a New Model for Senior Living
Former Marketing Professional Wants to Create a New Model for Senior Living
Fecal Transplants from Older Mice Significantly Improve Ovarian Function and Fertility in Younger Mice
Fecal Transplants from Older Mice Significantly Improve Ovarian Function and Fertility in Younger Mice
“Achieving Abundance in Eldercare” Report Maps Challenges and Opportunities in Ensuring Care for California’s Older Adults
“Achieving Abundance in Eldercare” Report Maps Challenges and Opportunities in Ensuring Care for California’s Older Adults
Study: Shingles Vaccine Linked to Slower Biological Aging in Older Adults
Study: Shingles Vaccine Linked to Slower Biological Aging in Older Adults
Study: Email Reminders Boost Use of Database for Safe Prescribing
Study: Email Reminders Boost Use of Database for Safe Prescribing
USC Leonard Davis School Researchers Rank Among Most Cited Scientists in the World
USC Leonard Davis School Researchers Rank Among Most Cited Scientists in the World
Empowered to Thrive: Conference and Film Festival Promotes Resources and Recognition for Caregivers
Empowered to Thrive: Conference and Film Festival Promotes Resources and Recognition for Caregivers
The Davis Family: A Creative, Compassionate Legacy
The Davis Family: A Creative, Compassionate Legacy
USC Andrus Volunteers: Sharing Their Time, Telling Their Stories
USC Andrus Volunteers: Sharing Their Time, Telling Their Stories
Bérénice Benayoun Shares Perspective on the Future of Aging Research
Bérénice Benayoun Shares Perspective on the Future of Aging Research
Former Marketing Professional Wants to Create a New Model for Senior Living
Former Marketing Professional Wants to Create a New Model for Senior Living
USC Leonard Davis Alumni Embrace the Unexpected
USC Leonard Davis Alumni Embrace the Unexpected
A Half-Century of Vision: 50 Years of the USC Leonard Davis School
A Half-Century of Vision: 50 Years of the USC Leonard Davis School
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