First Ever Quadriplegic Treated With Stem Cells Regains Motor Control in His Upper Body
Thanks to the stem cells injected into his spinal cord, Kris Boesen can once more use his arms to sign his name, use his phone, and hug his family.
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Got Kidney Stones? Ride a Roller Coaster, Says Study
This amusing 2016 study was just awarded the Ig Nobel Prize for Medicine.
Google Creates New AI That Can Outperform Doctors in Diagnosing Most Commonly Lethal Form of Cancer
This new deep learning system was able to outperform doctors in diagnosing one of the most commonly fatal forms of cancer in the US.
In Groundbreaking First, Doctors Say They Have Cured Several Infants of 'Bubble Boy' Disease
Scientists have developed a groundbreaking new gene therapy treatment for infants born with the life-threatening "bubble boy" disease.
Unable to Exercise? You May Soon Be Able to Enjoy Its Benefits Anyway Thanks to This Protein
As researchers continue to analyze the new protein, they might find a way to implement the molecule into a supplement for people who can't exercise.
Back Pain May Soon Be a Thing of the Past After Scientists Successfully Implant Lab-Grown Spinal Discs
For the first time ever, scientists have successfully implanted spinal discs grown from stem cells – and their research had exciting results.
Say Goodbye to Temporary Fillings: Scientists Successfully Use a Gel to Regrow Tooth Enamel
Loose dental fillings may soon be a thing of the past now that Chinese scientists have uncovered how to reproduce tooth enamel that will repair itself.
Giving Blood: 5 Tips to Overcome Your Fear of Needles
The Red Cross is in dire need of blood and platelet donations – so they're asking all the needle-phobes to set aside their fear and donate today.
Metal Surfaces Can Now Be Instant Bacteria Killers, Thanks to New Laser Treatment Technique
Researchers from Pursue University have come up with a simple method of turning everyday metal surfaces into bacteria-killers.
Dad Develops New Treatment for Peanut Allergies With Almost No Side Effects After Son Suffers Severe Reaction
The treatment, which is now awaiting FDA-approval, could be a groundbreaking new form of therapy for children and adults with severe peanut allergies.
USC Surgeon is First to Use Robotics to Remove Kidney Tumor in Outpatient Surgery
Keck Medical Center of the University of Southern California (USC) is the first medical center in the world to use new robotic technology in an outpatient procedure for a kidney cancer patient.
Molecule Combo Actually Reverses Arthritis in Human Cartilage and Rats, Says 'Exciting' New Study
The exciting new study shows that the two previously studied osteoarthritis drugs work far more efficiently together than alone.
Orthodontist to the Rescue in Kansas City, Helping 152 Kids
A special orthodontist is giving thousands of dollars worth of time and service to bring life-changing smiles to children from low-income families.
Surgeon Fights Medical Debt by Allowing Patients and Families to Pay for Surgeries With Volunteer Work
Instead of burdening his patients with medical debt, this Nebraska surgeon is allowing people and their families to pay off operations with charity work.
Boy Thought to Be Nonverbal Can Speak After Dentist Discovers He is Simply 'Tongue-Tied'
A 6-year-old boy's life has been truly transformed as a result of his new dentist looking under his tongue.
New Hospital in Haiti is Fully Powered by 1,800 Solar Panels
Stretched across the rooftop of a new teaching hospital 30 miles north of Port-au-Prince, a vast array of 1,800 solar panels conquers the problem of an intermittent power grid. The University Hospital produces more than 100 percent of its required energy every day, an impressive feat for a building in the middle of Haiti.
First Treatment for Pain Using Human Stem Cells is a Success; Now Moving Towards Human Trials
Not only were the pain-killing neurons shown to be effective in mice, it also provided lasting relief without any side effects after one single treatment.
Foot Doctor Saves Passenger's Life by Following His Instincts and Ignoring Orders From the Ground
A humble foot doctor is being praised for saving the life of an unresponsive airline passenger-and he did it by ignoring an order from the airline.
Tiny Sponges in the Bloodstream Could Greatly Reduce Cancer Treatment Side Effects
The sponges could also allow doctors to take more aggressive therapeutic action against liver cancer, too.
20-Year-old Soldier Saves Driver's Life Using a Hoodie and a Ballpoint Pen
Army Sergeant Trey Troney was in the right place at the right time with just the right tools to save a driver's life after a car accident last month.
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