New 3D Printed Cornea: Hope for Clear Vision
Imagine being told you’ll likely never see clearly again, and then, thanks to a tiny piece of lab-grown tissue, the world comes back into focus. That’s what this new breakthrough in eye surgery is promising for millions of people worldwide. In Israel, doctors have successfully implanted the first 3D‑printed, lab-grown human cornea, called PB‑001, into […]
Scientists Copy Bee Stinger to Create Medical Miracle
When life gives us bee stings, leave it to science to turn the pain into progress. Researchers in South Korea have developed a new kind of wearable drug patch inspired by the way a bee’s stinger works, and it could transform how millions of people manage chronic illnesses. For patients who rely on continuous injections […]
The Innovative 3D Glue Gun for Bones
Imagine walking into surgery with a broken bone and walking out knowing your doctor literally printed part of your healing process on the spot. That’s the promise of a fascinating new medical tool being developed in South Korea: a 3D-printing “glue gun” that can repair bone fractures in real time. Unlike traditional implants, which often […]
A Non-Invasive Test to Spot Infant Meningitis
A small, smart ultrasound could soon spare newborns an invasive spinal tap. Researchers from the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) and partners validated NEOSONICS, a handheld, high-resolution ultrasound tool that screens for infant meningitis through the baby’s fontanelle (the soft spot) with striking accuracy — about 94% sensitivity and 95% specificity — according to […]
Weight Loss Programs for Home: How to Ensure Success
Finding a weight loss solution you can follow at home takes careful research. You’re looking for a program that matches your goals and lifestyle. The right choice will set you up for lasting results. In this guide you’ll learn how to evaluate options and find the perfect fit. You’ll also see why we recommend Noom […]
5 New Approaches to Helping Smokers Quit Smoking
Smoking has been linked to all sorts of health issues, including lung disease, heart disease, strokes, and various types of cancers. Now, considering that the CDC estimates that there are about 30.8 million adult smokers in the U.S., this means that there are millions at risk of serious health conditions. Fortunately, while many people still […]
The Best Fitness Trackers for Every Lifestyle
The newest generation of fitness trackers don’t just count your steps anymore. The tough competition between manufacturers has led to an expansion of their functions for a wider variety of wellness-related activities. We take a look at some of the best.
Amazing New Technology For Celiac Disease
Researchers have developed technology that just might allow people afflicted with celiac disease to eat food with gluten without suffering painful consequences.
Killer Combination: Pandemics in the Age of Social Media and Fake News
“When it took hold in a house, it often happened that no one remained who had not died,” Baldassarre Bonaiuti wrote of the Black Death in 1348. “And it was not just that men and women died, but even sentient animals died. Dogs, cats, chickens, oxen, donkeys, and sheep showed the same symptoms and died […]
This 16 Year Old Changed the Future
I’m always fascinated by what one – just one – motivated person can do. Sure, results usually require teams, but there is always that one standout personality that drives that result. As you’re about to see and read, Kavya Kopparapu is one of those remarkable people. At just 16 years of age, Kavya has developed […]