Health Research
Our researchers examine communication processes and effects at different scales to design interventions that can help constitute healthy societies and achieve health equity.
We seek to improve the health of our communities, including those that are underserved, resource-restricted, by developing methods for communicating medical and scientific information promptly, truthfully and effectively.
Health research in action
Using narratives to convey health information
Sheila Murphy created a study to test ways to motivate women to get screening for cervical cancer.
Professor Lindsay Young’s research helps communities in need
Lindsay Young studies the effectiveness of HIV-prevention engagement in online communities of color.
They were homeless, now they’re dead
Researchers and reporters at USC Annenberg’s Crosstown explore the link between healthcare and homelessness.
Faculty researching in the field of Health
Associated centers
Center for Health Journalism
The Center for Health Journalism partners with newsrooms across America and helps journalists and community storytellers innovate, investigate and illuminate health challenges in their communities, serving as a catalyst for change.
Health Equity and Media Lab
The Health and Equity Media Collaborative conducts community-engaged research, leverages communication science, new media and technology to address pernicious public health challenges.
Hollywood, Health and Society
Hollywood, Health and Society provides entertainment industry professionals with accurate and timely information for storylines on health, safety and national security.