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Montana's grizzly bear population has rebounded so successfully that the state hired its first prairie-based bear manager in 2017. Now, wildlife biologist Wesley Sarmento is using drones to protect both bears and humans from dangerous encounters.
A cozy life simulation game is turning virtual pet adoptions into real-world conservation wins. Disney Dreamlight Valley players can now help protect grizzly bear habitats just by welcoming a digital bear cub companion into their game.
Grizzly bears in Greater Yellowstone have soared from 136 in 1975 to over 1,000 today, marking one of North America's greatest conservation comebacks. A new federal rule now empowers states and tribes to help manage this thriving population.
Once teetering on the edge with just 700 bears in 1975, grizzly populations in the American West have tripled to more than 2,000 thanks to science-driven conservation. New federal rules now empower states to lead the next chapter of this remarkable recovery story.
Scientists fitted Alaska's remote North Slope grizzly bears with collar cameras, capturing never-before-seen footage of how these resilient animals survive in one of Earth's harshest environments. The groundbreaking project reveals their eating habits, social lives, and remarkable adaptations to eight months of hibernation.
As grizzly bears return to Montana's prairies after decades, the state hired its first prairie grizzly manager to protect both bears and people. After a close call with a bear, he pioneered using drones to keep everyone safe.
A mother grizzly bear relocated from Glacier National Park to Yellowstone two years ago just emerged with healthy cubs, proving a bold conservation experiment is working. The milestone brings new genetic diversity to Yellowstone's isolated bear population.
When Daniel Crago came face to face with a grizzly bear in Glacier National Park, a split-second instinct to raise his arm likely saved his life. Now recovering at home, he's grateful for the strangers who became heroes and hasn't given up on exploring nature.
A Minnesota rescue squad volunteer turned a terrifying 2021 ice fishing disaster into a powerful survival novel about second chances. Alex Messenger, who survived a grizzly bear attack at 17, channeled both real rescues and his own near-death experience into "The Ice on the Lake." #
Horizon Health is inviting cancer survivors to don capes and celebrate their strength at a free luncheon on June 5. The "Super Survivor" event honors National Cancer Survivors Day with food, prizes, and community support.
When a grizzly bear charged a woman and her dog on an Alberta trail, she didn't run or freeze. Instead, she used loud, aggressive vocalizations and stood her ground until she reached safety.
One year after her domestic violence story aired on Investigation Discovery, Kelly Sutliff is showing survivors everywhere that trauma doesn't define your future. Her courage is changing lives across the country.
Cancer survivor Amanda Nerstad is now helping other Tennessee survivors heal through fitness and wellness as a program coordinator. After years of advocacy work, she's bringing her personal journey full circle.
A groundbreaking radar system powered by AI is helping Arctic communities peacefully coexist with polar bears by detecting approaching animals before dangerous encounters occur. The technology has already guided a polar bear family safely back to sea ice after spotting them near a weather station.
A Maui surfer who lost his leg to a shark is back in the water competing in the Hawaii Adaptive Surfing Championships. Kenji Nonaka joins 90+ athletes showing that resilience can turn tragedy into triumph.
The Good Samaritan Project is hosting its 6th Annual Cancer Survivor Tea on June 13, bringing together survivors, caregivers, and supporters for an afternoon of celebration and healing. The free event features live music, a butterfly release, and recognition of Cancer Survivor of the Year.
After being assaulted abroad in 2013, Gabrielle Vega turned her pain into action, conducting her own investigation that united 50 survivors and led to her attacker's conviction. Netflix's "The Predator of Seville" shows how one woman's courage sparked a movement of healing and justice.
Cancer survivors and their supporters will row for a cause at Chattanooga's fourth annual Rock the Row fundraiser on April 25. The relay competition benefits Survivor Fitness, which offers free personal training, nutrition support, and mental health counseling to local cancer survivors rebuilding after treatment.
The Acetrea Cancer Advocacy Network is inviting cancer survivors to share their journeys as part of a new campaign during Cancer Survivor Awareness Month. The initiative aims to inspire current patients and break the stigma surrounding cancer.
Northside Hospital's Cancer Institute treated dozens of cancer survivors to a fully-funded weekend retreat in the Georgia mountains. The program goes beyond medical treatment to help survivors rebuild their lives after cancer.
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