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Northwestern Medicine just opened a new 80,000-square-foot outpatient center in Huntley, Illinois, bringing advanced cancer care, radiation therapy, and heart specialists closer to home for thousands of families. The facility doubles cancer treatment capacity and adds 300 new healthcare jobs to the community.
A groundbreaking review of nearly 16 million people reveals that ADHD medications may significantly reduce the risk of early death for those living with the condition. The findings offer hope for millions managing ADHD worldwide.
Doctors developed an AI tool that can predict cancer survival and estimate biological age from a single photograph. The breakthrough could help personalize treatment decisions for patients facing difficult medical choices.
A tiny company called Doppler Labs folded in 2017 after dreaming up earbuds that could translate languages and help people hear better. Today, those "impossible" features are standard in the earbuds millions use daily.
A new device gives parents peace of mind about teen drivers while protecting privacy in an industry infamous for selling your information. The Miles Plug tracks location and detects crashes for $11 monthly with zero data selling.
A man who spent 40 years telling the stories of Louisville basketball legends will now join them in the rafters. Kenny Klein, the beloved Sports Information Director who retired in 2022, will have his own banner raised at the KFC Yum Center on January 2.
Drew Barrymore opened up about her lifelong fear of death on her show, and a death doula's gentle wisdom is helping thousands face the inevitable with less anxiety. The conversation is bringing comfort to people everywhere who struggle with the same fears.
For the first time, China has led the creation of an international standard for brain-computer interfaces, helping paralyzed patients move robotic arms with their thoughts. The breakthrough sets the stage for medical devices that could restore independence to millions worldwide.
Colorado is proving that smart water management and advanced manufacturing can create thousands of jobs while protecting precious resources. The state's innovative approach is becoming a national model for sustainable growth.
When a pregnant patient began hemorrhaging from a life-threatening placenta condition, labor and delivery nurse Ashley Patterson's early warning system and calm expertise saved two lives. Her story shows how experience and instinct combine in critical moments.
A pastor who started planting trees in his backyard nursery 25 years ago is now leading his entire community in restoring 150 hectares of degraded forest in Papua New Guinea's highlands. What began as one man's response to deforestation has grown into a movement involving schools, churches, and families across the region.
Researchers discovered how to restore memory and brain function in mice with Alzheimer's by increasing a single protein that helps brain cells fire in rhythm. The breakthrough could lead to new treatments that fix the timing problems in diseased brains rather than just attacking plaques.
Researchers discovered physical damage inside taste buds that explains why some people can't taste food more than a year after COVID-19. The breakthrough could lead to treatments for thousands still struggling with meals.
Two world-leading universities are joining forces with telecom giant Ericsson to develop next-generation positioning technology that could make autonomous robots and drones safer and more reliable. The breakthrough could transform everything from emergency response to healthcare.
Singapore and Sweden just launched a groundbreaking partnership to advance quantum computing, AI, 6G networks, and sustainable energy solutions. The collaboration could produce the world's first direct ammonia combustion for clean power.
Former Ghana captain Andre Ayew says government funding for football clubs signals real progress, but calls for better infrastructure and transparent planning to transform the sport. His vision pairs financial support with strategic development to rebuild Ghana's beloved game.
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate dropped to 3.6% in September, the lowest in three years and well below the national average. The state also hit record highs for both total workers and people employed.
San Diego State tennis partners Vessa Turley and Tea Lukic came from behind to win their first ITA Regional doubles title together, earning a spot at the NCAA Championships. The duo defeated UCLA in a thrilling three-set final after dropping the opening set.