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Exoskeleton Allows Paralyzed Patients to Walk

Exoskeleton Allows Paralyzed Patients to Walk

This life-changing technology — a bionic exoskeleton that works with motion sensors and motorized joints —... Watch »

May 7, 2013
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No "Sex Superbug" In the U.S., Gonorrhea Still an Issue

Public health officials have dismissed rumors that "sex superbug," an antibiotic-resistant strain... Read »

May 6, 2013
Young Cancer Patients Fight Disease Through Online Games

Young Cancer Patients Fight Disease Through Online Games

"Re-Mission 2" is a group of browser-based games created by the non-profit health and technology... Read »

May 4, 2013
Abandoned Ponies Bringing Comfort to the Disabled

Abandoned Ponies Bringing Comfort to the Disabled

Some ponies once abandoned by their owners are now helping people facing serious life challenges, thanks to Throwawa... Watch »

May 3, 2013
Gov't Data Shows Disturbing Rise in Middle-Aged Suicide

Gov't Data Shows Disturbing Rise in Middle-Aged Suicide

Latest reports by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show an alarming rise in suicide rates... Read »

May 2, 2013
Pause Before You Pucker: Lipstick May Contain Toxins

Pause Before You Pucker: Lipstick May Contain Toxins

Watch out, ladies — before you pucker up, make sure your lips aren't covered in Watch »

May 3, 2013
Family Turns Loss of 7-Year-Old Daughter Into Hope for Others

Family Turns Loss of 7-Year-Old Daughter Into Hope for Others

An Orange County family is trying to help others after their daughter died from a rare, aggressive form of... Watch »

May 2, 2013
DOJ Appeals Order to Lift Morning-After Pill Age Limits

DOJ Appeals Order to Lift Morning-After Pill Age Limits

The Justice Department is appealing a judge's decision lifting all age limits on the Plan B morning-after... Read »

May 1, 2013
Early Help for Babies With Spina Bifida

Early Help for Babies With Spina Bifida

Doctors are now able to perform life-changing surgery on babies diagnosed with Spina Bifida before they're even born... Watch »

May 1, 2013
FDA Approves Over-the-Counter Morning-After Pill

FDA Approves Over-the-Counter Morning-After Pill

The FDA is approving the morning-after pill for over-the-counter sales — but it's still limiting the... Read »

May 1, 2013
Report Raises Concerns About Ground Turkey

Report Raises Concerns About Ground Turkey

A Consumer Reports study raises questions and concerns about antibiotic resistant bacteria in ground turkey. Read »

Apr 30, 2013
The Dangers of Caffeinated Foods

The Dangers of Caffeinated Foods

The increased use of caffeine as a food additive is getting the Food and Drug Administration's attention. Watch »

Apr 30, 2013
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Meet "Frost," Stanford's Infection-Fighting Robot

As more and more superbugs evolve and become resistant to medications, there is a new weapon striking them Watch »

Apr 30, 2013
Plastic Surgery for Arms Skyrockets

Plastic Surgery for Arms Skyrockets

Upper Arms plastic surgery has become extremely popular. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons... Watch »

Apr 30, 2013
Fitness Apps Ease Your Ab Workout

Fitness Apps Ease Your Ab Workout

Tech gurus share new fitness apps to help with your on-the-go workout. Watch »

May 1, 2013
Lifesaving Equipment for Pets Donated to Firefighters

Lifesaving Equipment for Pets Donated to Firefighters

Banks the Pig from the Emma Zen Foundation demonstrates a pet oxygen mask. Read the full story here. Watch »

Apr 26, 2013
Autistic Teen Uses Tech to Break Silence:

Autistic Teen Uses Tech to Break Silence: "I Escaped My Prison"

Ido Kedar, 16, has severe autism that makes him unable to speak. But he’s learned to express his emotions... Watch »

Apr 26, 2013
Legal Pot Sparks Push for Health, Safety Rules

Legal Pot Sparks Push for Health, Safety Rules

Marijuana may soon become commonplace in Colorado and Washington state — but months before legal pot sales... Read »

Apr 26, 2013
Comcast NBC Connecticut Jim Calhoun Cancer Challenge Ride
Cancer affects too many Connecticut residents. It's time to beat cancer once and for all! Read more
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