Non-Chemo Cancer Treatment, Simple as Flu Shot, Moves Closer to Reality
The FDA has approved new trials that could make cancer treatment as simple as getting a flu-shot.
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Tiny Disabled Dog is Big Inspiration for Nursing Home Seniors
A tiny puppy born disabled could not put any weight on her front legs. Not only was she subject to bullying by other puppies in the litter, she was getting bruised by falling on her legs. It was fate that the dog's caretaker decided it would be best to bring her to work -- at the nursing home. The dog named BeeBee became a moving inspiration to the elderly residents there who were going through their own health issues.
While Trying to Lose Weight, Here's Why You Should Wear Bunny Slippers
The mental reminders that come with wearing bunny slippers can actually help encourage people to take it easy instead of eating unhealthy food, according to this Ph.D..
Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin Robbins to Remove Artificial Coloring
Though donuts may not be the healthiest food on the planet, Dunkin' is still taking steps in the right direction towards healthier ingredients.
Louise Hay Built a Healing Empire, After She Healed Herself (1926-2017)
Self-Help pioneer Louise Hay passed away today at age 90. Her first book, Heal Your Body, inspired a publishing empire based on the mind-body connection.
This T-Shirt Monitors the Asthma Patient's Breathing Without Any Wires
This "smart shirt" can be used to diagnose or monitor anyone struggling with asthma, sleep apnea, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Women Recovering From Eating Disorders Can Receive Free Fitted Clothes, Thanks to Former Patient
A woman who suffered with an eating disorder knows what it's like to always buy clothes that fit – so she started the Garment Project to help others.
Pet Me! Therapy Dog Refuses to Give Up on Hospice Patient
This golden retriever insisted on extra attention from a dying woman, as if to urge her to have one last enjoyable experience.
Wind and Solar Power Has Likely Saved Up to 12,700 American Lives, Study Says
Considering the harmful effects of air pollution, this study says the expanding renewable energy market has already saved thousands of lives.
UK's First Zero Waste Store Just Opened - and it's Wildly Popular
The couple running this store in England work to make sure that nothing goes to waste - and they're showing other people how to do the same thing.
Teen Invents Bra that Could Detect Breast Cancer
This 18-year-old's invention is still in the early stages of testing – but it could have the potential to save millions of lives.
Student Creates First Synthetic Retina For the Visually Impaired
This 24-year-old Colombian native has just developed a revolutionary breakthrough in restoring vision to the blind.
When Art Studio For Mentally Ill Loses Funding, Money Flows in From Strangers
Artbeat Studios was going to suffer if they didn't find funding fast – but luckily, their community cares deeply about mental health.
Frog Mucus Could Kill Flu Viruses For Good
Scientists have discovered that the mucus oozing out of a frog's skin might be the key to defeating dozens of strains of the flu virus.
Scientists May Soon Be Able to Give Transplant Patients 3D Artificial Hearts
If perfected, this silicone 3D printed heart could save thousands of wait-listed heart transplant patients in the future.
President Known For Kindness is Cancer Free After 4-Month Treatment
Jimmy Carter's Sunday school class erupted in applause when the former president announced he's cancer free.
Top 6 Yoga Poses for Lower Back Pain
After years of eating poorly and never exercising, my body was an 80-year-old version of itself. Then, I started reading up on solutions and found yoga.
California Becomes First State to Feed Chronically Ill With Specially Prescribed Meals
The "Food is Medicine" initiative launched in California, making it the first state to have a pilot program that will use food to help treat chronically ill patients.
Optimistic People Have Healthier Hearts, Study Finds
People who have upbeat outlooks on life have significantly better cardiovascular health, suggests a new study that examined associations between optimism and heart health in more than 5,100 adults with different backgrounds and lifestyles.
An Air Force Investigator Browsing the Internet Ended Up Saving an Airman's Life
This Air Force rookie had simply been browsing through posts on the Air Force Reddit page when he noticed a concerning question from another user.
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