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A quick-thinking citizen and Bradenton police officers rescued a struggling bald eagle from a busy intersection, getting the injured bird life-saving treatment. The eagle, now named Freedom, is recovering with wildlife experts after receiving care for an infected wing.
The FDA just unveiled a breakthrough framework that could bring life-saving gene therapies to thousands of children with rare diseases in a fraction of the time. For families who've watched their kids suffer while treatments stall, this changes everything.
A red-tailed hawk near death from starvation received a life-saving blood transfusion from another hawk at the University of Illinois. The emaciated bird is now strong enough to prepare for release back into the wild.
A three-month campaign by Stuff and Water Safety New Zealand has funded swimming lessons for over 7,000 children at 31 schools nationwide. With seven in 10 Kiwi kids unable to tread water, the program aims to teach 10,000 children essential water safety skills that could save their lives.
Text and chat hotlines are making it easier and safer for domestic violence survivors to reach out for help, especially when a phone call could put them in danger. New research shows trained advocates are using emojis, careful phrasing, and personalized safety planning to provide life-saving support through screens.
Scientists at UNLV created lifelike 3D-printed sea lion models that let veterinarians practice life-saving procedures without harming real animals. The breakthrough could help save hundreds of sea lions sickened by toxic algae blooms along California's coast.
After the US withdrew HIV/AIDS research funding, South Africa is stepping up with R410 million ($22M USD) to keep critical programs running. The move ensures thousands of patients won't lose access to life-saving research.
The American Cancer Society's Game Changer Gala takes place this Saturday in Las Vegas, bringing together survivors and supporters to fund critical cancer research. Colon cancer survivor Tori Lyons will share her story at the event.
Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly just switched on the biggest AI supercomputer in the industry, built with NVIDIA to speed up drug discovery. The massive computing power could help scientists create life-saving medications faster than ever before.
Families battling ultra-rare diseases just got a major breakthrough: the FDA announced a new pathway that will speed life-saving treatments to patients who've been told for decades "there aren't enough of you to study." A baby boy's miraculous CRISPR therapy inspired the change.
After four years of living with a 15-pound tumor she thought was pregnancy, a 44-year-old Tanzanian woman finally received life-saving surgery at a free medical outreach clinic. Her story highlights both the success of expanded healthcare access and the critical importance of seeking medical care early.
The FDA just announced a new pathway that could bring life-saving gene editing treatments to patients with rare diseases in record time. For families battling conditions once considered untreatable, this could change everything.
A portable surgical training device made in Kenya is helping doctors practice keyhole surgery at home, cutting recovery times and saving lives. Female doctors now make up 80% of recent graduates from the program.
A premature newborn in Kenya became the first baby in the country to receive life-saving heart surgery just days after birth. The groundbreaking procedure at Kenyatta National Hospital means families no longer need to travel abroad for specialized infant heart care.
William Goff survived leukemia as a baby, but chemotherapy damaged his heart. Two years ago, he received a life-saving transplant and now plays baseball again.
A young golden retriever who fell through the ice chasing a squirrel got a second chance thanks to quick-thinking firefighters in Hadley, Massachusetts. The puppy's owner made the life-saving call instead of risking her own life on the dangerous ice.
A wind farm in Djibouti is installing smart technology that detects birds and bats near turbines, preventing collisions while generating clean energy. It's the first time this life-saving system has been used anywhere in Africa.
A Princess Cruises ship spotted a rusted sailboat taking on water 150 miles from Mexico and rescued five people struggling to stay afloat. The quick response turned a routine Caribbean cruise into a life-saving mission.
The FDA just unveiled a new approval process that could bring life-saving treatments to millions of Americans with rare diseases in months instead of years. Families who've heard "wait for the science to catch up" finally have reason to hope.
Researchers finally discovered why up to 10% of people on life-saving cholesterol medication experience debilitating muscle pain. A new drug already in use could prevent this side effect entirely.
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