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Gaming giant Valve just gave fans the gift of creativity by releasing free design files for its popular Steam Controller. Now anyone with a 3D printer can make custom accessories for the sold-out gamepad.
Breakthrough medical devices will now get insurance coverage in as little as two months instead of over a year, thanks to a new federal program launched this week. The change means patients could access life-saving heart valves, rhythm devices, and nerve stimulators far sooner.
Doctors in Bishkek successfully completed the country's first transcatheter heart valve replacement, eliminating the need for patients to travel abroad for advanced cardiac care. The breakthrough procedure replaces damaged valves through a tiny blood vessel puncture instead of opening the chest.
UK scientists just proved that a simple tweak to your radiator can slash your heat pump's energy bill without losing any warmth. The secret? A device many installers skip because they think it hurts efficiency.
Researchers discovered how a tiny cellular channel prevents toxic buildup in brain cells, opening a promising new path to treat Parkinson's disease. The breakthrough solves a mystery scientists have puzzled over for years.
Researchers have discovered how a tiny cellular protein acts like a safety valve, preventing toxic buildup that contributes to Parkinson's disease. This breakthrough could lead to new treatments for millions living with neurodegenerative conditions.
Patients who were once too sick for open-heart surgery now have a second chance at life thanks to a groundbreaking minimally invasive procedure. Loma Linda University Medical Center in Murrieta became the first in its region to perform the new mitral valve replacement.
A 43-year-old patient walked out of Apollo Hospital in Visakhapatnam after surgeons performed a groundbreaking cardiac procedure never before done in the city. The David procedure saved his life while preserving his own heart valve. ##
Federico Valverde, once rejected by Arsenal at 16, scored his first career hat-trick for Real Madrid against Manchester City after years of being the team's unsung hero. The 27-year-old Uruguayan midfielder's journey from poverty in Montevideo to Champions League stardom proves persistence pays off. ##
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Popular Daily Maverick food columnist Tony Jackman is stepping away from his beloved kitchen after doctors discovered a critical heart valve condition. His employer's compassionate response shows how workplaces can support employees through health crises.
A Valve engineer just solved a frustrating bug that prevented old Apple iMacs from running modern Linux graphics drivers, breathing new life into machines nearly a decade old. The fix means better gaming and performance for owners who refused to give up on their trusty computers.
A groundbreaking UK hospital study shows one in five heart valve patients can safely go home the same day as their procedure. This minimally invasive approach cuts hospital stays without increasing health risks.
Researchers discovered 200 new genes that increase the risk of aortic stenosis, a heart valve condition affecting 9 million people worldwide with no current treatment. The breakthrough could lead to early screening and the first drugs to slow or stop the disease.
A new AI-powered stethoscope detected dangerous heart valve problems in older adults with 92% accuracy, nearly doubling what traditional doctor exams could catch. The breakthrough could save thousands of lives by spotting heart disease before symptoms become severe.
Colombia quietly revolutionized global healthcare with devices now used in hospitals worldwide. From brain pressure valves to early pacemakers, these life-saving inventions came from a country better known for coffee than medical breakthroughs.
Spanish doctors have developed a groundbreaking way to fix failing mechanical heart valves using only a catheter, sparing high-risk patients from dangerous open-heart surgery. The first three patients are thriving six months later with fully restored heart function.
A new AI-powered stethoscope caught twice as many serious heart valve problems in older adults compared to traditional methods, offering hope for earlier treatment and better outcomes. The breakthrough could help millions of seniors get diagnosed before their condition becomes life-threatening.
India's new women's football coach Amelia Valverde says success means more than just winning games. The Costa Rican knows firsthand how qualifying for major tournaments transforms women's sports in a country.