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Scientists are getting closer to an HIV cure, but advocates want to make sure long-term survivors don't lose vital benefits when breakthrough treatments arrive. Researchers and survivor groups are calling for policy protections now, before medical progress leaves vulnerable patients behind.
Ghana is transforming how it uses money sent home by citizens living abroad, shifting from short-term spending to long-term investments that fuel national development. The country received $7.8 billion in remittances in 2025, exceeding all foreign direct investment.
Vietnam's investment landscape is maturing as investors move away from aggressive expansion to focus on sustainable, long-term growth. The shift signals a healthier economy with more disciplined capital and stronger entrepreneurs.
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Nearly 19 million Americans have survived cancer, but most aren't getting the specialized follow-up care they need for lasting health effects. Advocates are fighting to change that with comprehensive survivorship care plans.
More people are surviving cancer than ever before in American history, marking a major milestone in the decades-long fight against the disease. The record-breaking survival rate reflects advances in early detection, treatment options, and prevention efforts.
Urban farms in South and West Dallas are turning vacant lots into thriving food hubs, thanks to years-long partnerships between researchers and local growers. A new study shows how these collaborations are tackling food deserts while creating jobs in underserved communities.
A Long Island man's heart stopped for 35 minutes, but a breakthrough heart pump device brought him back without brain damage. Doctors are calling his survival nearly impossible.
A breakthrough treatment for pancreatic cancer shows promise in doubling how long patients survive with one of the deadliest forms of cancer. This medical advance offers new hope for thousands of families facing this devastating diagnosis.
An orange cat survived being struck by a train on Long Island Rail Road tracks, spending nearly 24 hours injured before an observant engineer spotted him moving. MTA officers teamed up with local rescuers to save the resilient feline now nicknamed Garfield.
Seven in ten cancer patients now survive at least five years after diagnosis, a stunning achievement that reflects two decades of medical innovation. Survival rates have jumped across nearly every cancer type, turning once-grim diagnoses into real fighting chances.
Tim Anderson collapsed during a Florida vacation and received 24 minutes of CPR before doctors saved his life. Seven years later, his heart functions perfectly with zero long-term damage.
Scientists discovered that supergiant isopods, deep-sea creatures the size of house cats, borrowed a bacterial gene that lets them survive for years without eating. This rare example of gene transfer between such different organisms reveals nature's remarkable survival strategies.
A four-year-old in northeastern China survived a fall from his 11th-floor apartment window after climbing up to look for his returning parents. Despite doctors giving him just a 5% chance of survival, the youngster is recovering and has spoken to his mother from his hospital bed.
Namibia's president says genocide negotiations with Germany now include ongoing support instead of a one-time payment, bringing hope for healing to affected communities. A final agreement could be reached before year's end.
After devastating flash floods swept through Nepal's Nuwakot district, Save the Children is thinking beyond emergency relief to rebuilding entire communities. While other groups will leave when headlines fade, they're planning for jobs, schools, and healing that will take years.
While many moved on from the pandemic, Dr. Michael Peluso launched a groundbreaking program to help millions still suffering from long COVID. His tissue bank has collected over 100,000 biospecimens and is helping scientists worldwide search for a cure.
Ghana is helping diaspora communities channel money sent home into businesses that create jobs and fuel lasting economic growth. With inflation down to 5.4% and major reforms underway, the country is becoming a magnet for investment from Ghanaians living abroad.
A dolphin-like predator with severe injuries adapted its diet and lived on despite having damaged jaws that should have made hunting impossible. Scientists found stomach stones and worn teeth proving the 21-foot ichthyosaur found a way to survive in ancient seas.
For the first time ever, 70% of Americans are living at least five years after a cancer diagnosis, marking a dramatic shift from the 1970s when survival rates were below 50%. The American Cancer Society says this progress means transforming care to support millions living full lives after treatment.
Ten talented high school musicians across Long Island just received $1,000 scholarships to pursue their dreams in music and performing arts. The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame broke records this year with the highest number of applicants they've ever seen.
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