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SCU Launches Accelerated Doctor of Physical Therapy Program in Phoenix Metro

SCU Launches Accelerated Doctor of Physical Therapy Program in Phoenix Metro Two-year online-hybrid program expands SCU’s physical therapy education to Arizona amid growing national demand for practitioners. Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is expanding its Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) education to Arizona with the launch of an accelerated, online-hybrid program at its Phoenix Metro location in Tempe. Designed to prepare students for a growing profession while allowing them to earn their degree on an accelerated timeline, the program combines online coursework with immersive, hands-on laboratory training and clinical education. The inaugural cohort will begin August [...]

By |2026-08-20T21:32:16+00:00August 21, 2026|Front Page News, SCU News|
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New Study, Co-Authored by SCU Research Director, Identifies What Yoga Therapy Needs to Advance as a Healthcare Profession

New Study, Co-Authored by SCU Research Director, Identifies What Yoga Therapy Needs to Advance as a Healthcare Profession A survey of 360 yoga therapists in the United States and Canada reveals key opportunities to strengthen professional education, employment, workforce diversity, and healthcare integration. People managing chronic pain, cancer treatment side effects, mental health concerns, and other complex conditions often need support that addresses more than the disease itself. Yoga therapy may help meet some of those needs, yet many patients and healthcare providers remain unfamiliar with the profession and how it differs from a general yoga class. Yoga [...]

By |2026-08-04T02:33:14+00:00July 31, 2026|Front Page News, SCU News|
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Why Stress Feels Worse Than Ever—and What it Does to the Body

Why Stress Feels Worse Than Ever—and What it Does to the Body Life today is faster, fuller, and more demanding than it used to be—and for many people, stress has shifted from an occasional occurrence to a near-constant background hum. In fact, nearly 75% of adults report experiencing physical or mental symptoms related to stress, according to the American Psychological Association (APA). And while we often think of stress as strictly a mental state, it is actually a powerful biological process—one that can influence sleep, energy, mood, and even long-term health. “Stress isn’t just something we feel emotionally—it [...]

By |2026-07-30T15:10:47+00:00July 7, 2026|DrWHL, DrWHL-GEO, DrWHL-Organic, Front Page News, SCU News|
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The Science of Doing Nothing: How Stillness Supports Whole Health

The Science of Doing Nothing: How Stillness Supports Whole Health Most quiet moments do not stay quiet for long. A few seconds in line can become a chance to check email. A break between meetings becomes a quick scroll through social media. A quiet evening can quickly fill with errands, messages, notifications, and the feeling that something still needs to get done. For many people, even rest can start to feel like another task. But from a Whole Health perspective, making time for intentional moments of stillness can help us return to ourselves, notice what we need, and [...]

By |2026-07-15T21:25:18+00:00June 24, 2026|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News, SCU News|
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The State of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine in 2026

The State of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine in 2026 By Dr. Jenny Yu, DACM, LAc. In 2026, acupuncture and Chinese medicine are experiencing a period of meaningful growth and maturation. The field has evolved well beyond being viewed solely as an alternative therapy and is increasingly recognized as a valuable component of integrative healthcare. Patients, providers, and health systems are seeking safe, evidence-informed approaches to address pain, stress-related conditions, women’s health, digestive disorders, and overall well-being. The profession itself is also advancing through stronger research, improved clinical standards, and closer collaboration with conventional medicine. Integration Into Modern Healthcare [...]

By |2026-05-15T16:51:26+00:00May 13, 2026|ACM-Organic, Front Page News, SCU News|
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SCU Ayurveda Program Director Serves as Chair of the International Delegates Assembly at International AYUSH Conference in Dubai

SCU Ayurveda Program Director Serves as Chair of the International Delegates Assembly at International AYUSH Conference in Dubai Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) continues to expand its global presence in integrative and Whole Health education, as Ayurveda Program Director Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil took on a leadership role at the 3rd International AYUSH Conference & Expo 2026 in Dubai. Held at the Dubai World Trade Center, the conference brought together more than 2,000 delegates from over 30 countries, including researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and industry leaders focused on advancing evidence-based traditional and integrative healthcare systems. “Being represented at [...]

By |2026-04-28T16:03:49+00:00April 29, 2026|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News, SCU News|
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From Reading DNA to Rewriting Life: How Genetics Is Transforming Medicine

From Reading DNA to Rewriting Life: How Genetics Is Transforming Medicine For most of modern history, medicine has focused on managing disease after it occurs. But that has begun to change. Advances in genetics and genomics are helping move healthcare toward something far more powerful: the ability to understand, predict, and in some cases directly address the biological causes of disease at their source. To understand why this moment matters, it helps to start with the basics... Genetics 101 Every cell in your body contains DNA, the molecule that carries the instructions for how your body grows, develops, and [...]

By |2026-05-06T15:39:38+00:00April 27, 2026|Front Page News, Genetics-Organic, MSGC-Organic, MSHGG-Organic, SCU News|
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Yoga May Offer Cost-Effective Solution for Knee Osteoarthritis, New Study Finds

Yoga May Offer Cost-Effective Solution for Knee Osteoarthritis, New Study Finds A new study led by Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Research Director Dr. Steffany Moonaz provides compelling evidence that yoga may be a cost-effective and clinically beneficial option for managing knee osteoarthritis (OA)—a condition affecting millions worldwide and a leading cause of disability. In a randomized controlled trial of 117 adults aged 40 and older with clinically diagnosed knee osteoarthritis, researchers compared a structured yoga program to a traditional strengthening exercise regimen over 12 weeks, with follow-up outcomes assessed at 24 weeks. In addition to [...]

By |2026-04-28T15:23:11+00:00April 23, 2026|Front Page News, SCU News|
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The Future of Integrative, Whole-Person Healthcare: 5 Trends Shaping the Next Decade

The Future of Integrative, Whole-Person Healthcare: 5 Trends Shaping the Next Decade Healthcare is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in modern history. Advances in technology, growing research in lifestyle medicine, and increasing recognition of the mind-body connection are reshaping how healthcare professionals approach patient care. For decades, healthcare systems have largely focused on diagnosing and managing disease. Today, however, healthcare leaders increasingly recognize that improving long-term health outcomes requires a broader approach—one that emphasizes prevention, personalization, and whole-person well-being. According to Tracy Gaudet, MD, Executive Director of the Doctor of Whole Health Leadership program at Southern [...]

By |2026-05-06T15:30:13+00:00April 3, 2026|Front Page News, SCU News|
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What Is a White Coat Ceremony and Why Does It Matter in Healthcare Education?

What Is a White Coat Ceremony and Why Does It Matter in Healthcare Education? Every year, hundreds of SCU students participate in White Coat Ceremonies as they transition from classroom learning to supervised clinical training. These ceremonies are more than just tradition. They have a rich history rooted in the same whole-person approach to care that SCU embraces as an Integrative, Whole Health University. What Is a White Coat Ceremony? A White Coat Ceremony is a meaningful rite of passage that formally welcomes students into a healthcare profession. During the ceremony, students receive their first white coats and [...]

By |2026-03-27T23:04:03+00:00March 4, 2026|Front Page News, SCU News|
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