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Thursday, July 12, 2012  The Olympic Games do not begin for two weeks, but a University of South Carolina professor played his part in this year's event Thursday.

Friday, April 20, 2012  The first orthopedic surgeon to travel to space is scheduled to deliver a lecture on health disparities during an event hosted by U.S. Rep. James Clyburn.

Wednesday, February 22, 2012  A new study by researchers in South Carolina has found that the further young Mexican-Americans move away from the dietary habits of their native culture, the more weight they gain.

Tuesday, December 20, 2011  Graphic images on cigarette packs may be enough to stop some smokers according to a new study by a University of South Carolina public health professor.

Thursday, December 01, 2011  There are 34 million people living with HIV worldwide, but despite the staggering statistic, many are helping patients live longer, healthier lives.

Friday, October 28, 2011  A vaccine against cervical cancer hasn't been all that popular for girls. It may be an even harder sell for boys now that health officials are recommending the vaccination for males.

Thursday, April 28, 2011  The James E. Clyburn Health Disparities Lecture Series begins Thursday in Columbia and is being sponsored by the University of South Carolina Arnold School of Public Health.

Friday, August 13, 2010  A new study out of USC's Arnold School of Public Health shows men who spend too much time sitting, even if they exercise regularly, are at risk of heart disease.

Monday, August 31, 2009  In 2005, usc and the city of columbia rolled out an elaborate plan to build a centerpiece for both the university and the capital city.  Innovista--- a research, residential, and retail district designed to create thousands of jobs and pump hundreds of millions of dollars into the local economy.  Four years later, the development is taking shape but its far from finished.