Researchers are testing a stem-cell-based “pain sponge” that could intercept pain signals before they reach the brain, offering a drug-free solution for chronic pain.
A long way away, but this could be huge.
Snowplow escorts ambulance transferring child to Cincinnati Children’s during winter storm
“They contacted the Ohio Department of Transportation, and we had a snowplow literally go in front of the vehicle that was taking the folks from the Children’s Hospital there, …”
Source: Snowplow escorts ambulance transferring child to Cincinnati Children’s during winter storm
VERY well done.
Cherry Crops Kept Safe from Diseases Thanks to Tiny Kestrel Falcons in Michigan
By keeping rodents and small fruit-eating birds out of the orchards, kestrels were found to be an effective means of pest control.
Source: Cherry Crops Kept Safe from Diseases Thanks to Tiny Kestrel Falcons in Michigan
Pretty cool idea.
“She Saved My Life” | McClure Teacher Saves Choking Student
Cobb Schools, Cobb, school, middle school, McClure, student, teacher, hero, rescue, saved, Heimlich, choking McClure Teacher Saves Choking Student
Source: “She Saved My Life” | McClure Teacher Saves Choking Student
Well done!
Elderly Man Driving Busted Up Truck Was a Joke Meme Until Stranger’s Heart-warming Idea to Crowdfund a New One
Mo Riles had a truck that was so unbelievably mangled it became famous and inspired an entire community to help crowdfund a replacement.
Wow!
Scientists print human liver tissue in breakthrough that could save lives
Looking ahead: Every year, tens of thousands of Americans receive organ transplants, yet demand still outstrips supply. Now, a research team at Carnegie Mellon University believes the way out of that crisis may not be more donor organs but engineered ones – built layer by layer through bioprinting.
Source: Scientists print human liver tissue in breakthrough that could save lives
Fascinating.
90-year-old doctor still practicing at Glens Falls Hospital
Dr. Bill Tedesco, nearing 91, continues to care for patients at Glens Falls Hospital, practicing palliative care.
Source: 90-year-old doctor still practicing at Glens Falls Hospital
Very cool, and inspiring.
4 Exciting Space Missions Launch This Year Including NASA’s Return to Moon, Japan’s Jump to Mars
From a return of humans to lunar orbit, to Japan’s first crack at Mars, advanced space travel and exploration is set to continue in 2026.
Source: 4 Exciting Space Missions Launch This Year Including NASA’s Return to Moon, Japan’s Jump to Mars
Exciting times!
Teen Rushes Into Traffic To Save Trapped Couple — Then Gets The Surprise Of A Lifetime
19-year-old Juan Mendoza jumped into action to save a couple after a terrible car crash. Later, the three were reunited and Juan was surprised with a scholarship.
Source: Teen Rushes Into Traffic To Save Trapped Couple — Then Gets The Surprise Of A Lifetime
Well done.
Veronika Is First Cow to Be Seen Using a Multi-Purpose Tool, Something Seen Only in Apes
The old Swiss Brown cow has astonished scientists in Austria with her broom, which she uses as a multi-purpose tool.
Source: Veronika Is First Cow to Be Seen Using a Multi-Purpose Tool, Something Seen Only in Apes
Cute. 