Man Takes Nail to the Heart, Calmly Drives Himself to the Hospital and Lives
The nail landed 1/16th of an inch away from a major artery in his heart – but he says he was mostly frustrated that he couldn't get more work done.
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Scientists Cure Type 1 Diabetes for a Year Without Side Effects
This revolutionary treatment cured mice of diabetes for an entire year without any noted side effects. Human trials are expected in 3 years.
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.
Helium Discovery a 'Game-changer' for MRI Machines
Because this vital gas was becoming scarce, a recent discovery of a helium field is being hailed as a major milestone.
50-Year-old Drug Saves Thousands of Moms After Childbirth
This drug was invented 50 years ago in hopes that it would save thousands of mothers – now, it has the chance to do just that.
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.
Maryland Passes Bill Aimed at Stopping Drug "Price Gouging"
This new bill, which was passed with bipartisan support, will be the first piece of legislation in the country to take action against price gouging.
A Woman Given Months to Live From Advanced Breast Cancer is 'Cured' in World First
Judy Perkins and her doctors had given up hope before the experimental treatment at the US National Cancer Institute-2 years later, she's thriving.
New Brain Cancer Treatment for Terminal Patients is Shown to Be 'Remarkably Promising'
Ordinarily, these glioblastoma cancer patients would not live past 17 months, but after being treated with a specialized vaccine, their survival rates are inspiring hope for the future.
In Latest Breakthrough, Scientists Successfully Regrow Brain Tissue That Was Damaged by a Stroke
The results of the research showed success in stroke treatment that "had not been seen before."
FDA Approves First Ever Drug Designed Exclusively to Prevent Migraines
Patients in the clinical trials for the drug said that they did not even experience any more side effects than patients in the placebo group.
Drinking Baking Soda Could Be Cheap, Safe Way to Combat Autoimmune Disease, Says Scientists
The researchers found that humans who drank baking soda solution for two weeks experienced reduced inflammation for as many as four hours at a time.
Doctor Treats His Town With Charlie Chaplin Movies Because 'Laughter is the Best Medicine'
According to this Indian doctor, no contagious sickness can withstand the contagious effects of Charlie Chaplin-induced laughter.
Husband's Hunch Saves Woman Who Fell Asleep Watching TV
A pair of incredible coincidences, along with a husband's hunch, saved a woman from possible brain damage.
This Portable 3D Printer Could Print Skin Over Wounds in Under 2 Minutes
The nifty little contraption works sort of like a dispenser for packing tape – but instead of tape, it's a fresh layer of tissue that will eliminate the need for skin grafts.
Instead of Plane Making Emergency Landing, Engineer Fixes Medical Device Using Only a Pen
The resourceful student credits his ingenious rescue to a freshman year engineering class that he had always "loathed."
This One Peptide Could Treat MS, Alzheimer's, Crohn's, and More
After observing the drug's efficacy against a multitude of currently incurable diseases, this scientist wants "to do everything possible" to make his drug a widespread treatment.
'Man With the Golden Arm' is Finally Retiring After Saving the Lives of Over 2 Million Babies
James Harrison is considered a national hero in Australia - and when you look at his track record, it's pretty easy to see why.
Man With Rare Antibody Saves Two Million Babies with His Blood
One man who was willing to share his blood every week for 60 years has saved the lives of more than two million babies.
Sudden Urge for a Slurpee Puts Woman in Place to Save Man's Life
When a New York man found himself in trouble last week, this woman was in the right place at the right time to help - and she says it's because of a sudden food craving.
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