In a major medical breakthrough, a 66-year-old man in Boston recently received a kidney transplant. This isn't just any kidney. It came from a pig! This was the fourth time a pig kidney was transplanted into a human in the U. S. And it's part of a new clinical trial approved by the Food and Drug Adm
Postpartum depression is a tough situation and women experiencing stress, sadness after pregnancy is considered a significant factor. Women who recently had gestational diabetes (GDM) are a group that needs extra attention considering the connection between babies and birth. They are more at ris
The world of politics is always full of surprises. Recently Trump had a meeting with GOP leaders. Trump wants to change some tax rules. He wants to stop certain tax benefits that billionaires like sports team owners get. He also wants them to to close some tax benefits for hedge fund managers.
In the heart of North Charleston, South Carolina, leaders have their sights set on breathing new life into an old diner, Al's. The diner sits on East Montague Street and has been a landmark for generations. The building, which is in a state of disrepair, has a rich history and the community is look
You might be wondering whatever happened in Joliet. A man a few miles down the street got himself into trouble and is now taking a break in jail. The man, named Timothy Hillebold, had a pretty bad day. It was a normal Tuesday afternoon in Joliet, but not before Joliet police were called to
The story starts with the arrest of a man who had been hiding from the law in Texas for over two weeks. The man's name is Andrew Taake. He was not your average fugitive from justice; he was part of the group of more than 1, 500 people who were pardoned by President Donald Trump for participating in
Metro Detroit is bracing for more snow this weekend. It's not here yet. The snow is expected to arrive on Saturday afternoon or evening. The heaviest snow is expected closer to sunset. It will be windy with temperatures making it feel colder. This is not good news for those who hate the cold. This i
Fillings can be a pain, but they are necessary. Sometimes, dentists use a type of filling called bulk-fill composite resins. These are used in cavities and can be used in both baby teeth and adult teeth. This study wanted to see how well these fillings work in different types of teeth. They comp
Autism is a big part of today's media landscape. It's everywhere—in movies, TV shows, news, and social media. This isn't always a bad thing, as it can help educate people. However, the way media often portrays autism can be a double-edged sword. The problem is that media often falls back on tired o
In a surprise move, a federal health journal restarted after a two-week break. It published two reports on wildfires. This journal is a big deal in the public health world. It is published every week and it gives updates on diseases and other health issues. One report looked at the Maui wildfire
