“He’s such a good boy, and he was really calming,” said patient Debbie Zaiger, who has anxiety around dental visits.
Source: A dog on your lap at the dentist? ‘Yes, please.’ (gift link)
What a neat idea.
Florida school bus driver saves third-grader from choking on candy, district says
According to the school district, a Volusia County bus driver stepped in to help a young boy who was choking on a piece of candy while on the bus.
Source: Florida school bus driver saves third-grader from choking on candy, district says
Well done!
At Oasis, St. Louis Tutors Reach Across Generations to Foster Learning
For 35 years, the organization has paired senior citizens with elementary-aged pupils. The program fosters growth — and connection.
Source: At Oasis, St. Louis Tutors Reach Across Generations to Foster Learning
I love these kinds of solutions.
A penguin wandered onto a New Zealand airport runway. A rescue ensued.
The little bird is recovering well and is expected to return to the wild in a few weeks.
Source: A penguin wandered onto a New Zealand airport runway. A rescue ensued. (Gift link)
Cute.
Swimmer, 99, just broke three world records in 100-plus age group
“I never really felt special, but now I’m starting to get a tiny bit proud of myself,” said Betty Brussel.
Source: Swimmer, 99, just broke three world records in 100-plus age group (gift link)
Love it. And of course … she’s Dutch!
Gene Therapy Allows an 11-Year-Old Boy to Hear for the First Time
The genetic treatment targeted a particular kind of congenital deafness and will soon be tried in children who are younger.
Source: Gene Therapy Allows an 11-Year-Old Boy to Hear for the First Time (gift link)
Very cool.
Wrexham: Book-loving boy reads to care home residents
People at the care home say Harri’s visits “light up” their afternoon.
Source: Wrexham: Book-loving boy reads to care home residents
Very cute.
Protein test can detect 18 early stage cancers, scientists say
US biotech firm designs cheaper, less invasive multi-cancer screening test it says could be ‘gamechanger’
Source: Protein test can detect 18 early stage cancers, scientists say
Very cool.
7yo uses life-saving lessons given by paramedics to help his dad
When Nick Wilson “couldn’t breathe properly” leaving a games arcade, he knew he was in trouble. Little did he know his son Harry would become a “hero”.
Source: 7yo uses life-saving lessons given by paramedics to help his dad
Well done.
Cancer vaccine with minimal side effects nearing Phase 3 clinical trials
Melanoma cancer vaccine with minimal side effects nearing Phase 3 in clinical trials, according to experts.
Source: Cancer vaccine with minimal side effects nearing Phase 3 clinical trials
Sounds very promising.