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Scientists are using artificial intelligence to create hip replacements that could last decades instead of wearing out after 10 years. The breakthrough involves materials that actually get thicker when stretched, defying normal physics.
Ilona Wells, who overcame a double mastectomy and hip replacement, is training to race as a jockey at England's prestigious Goodwood Racecourse this July. She's one of 12 women competing in a charity event that's raised over $4.3 million since 2011.
Carole Munro shattered the Hyrox world record in her age group by eight minutes, proving age and surgery are no match for determination. The Scottish grandmother only started training a few years ago after her son signed her up without warning.
Carrie Bradshaw was told she'd never run again after getting both hips replaced. She just became the fastest woman to complete a marathon with bilateral hip replacements, finishing Houston in 3 hours, 42 minutes.
Egypt's health ministry is fast-tracking knee and hip replacement supplies to eliminate surgical backlogs and get patients moving again. A new priority system will ensure the most critical cases receive care first.
New research shows 92% of modern hip replacements now last at least 25 years, nearly double the success rate of older implants. This breakthrough means millions of younger patients can regain mobility without worrying about multiple replacement surgeries.