The Rhythm of Life: Spreading Awareness About Heart Disease

Heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the United States for more than a century, dating back to 1921, according to the Centers for Disease…

A Heartbeat Away: The Miraculous Recovery Powered by ECMO

Norman Summerill began his morning like any other, chatting with his wife about their plans for the day. However, for the past week, the 69-year-old had been…

From the Jobsite to the OR: Mitchell’s Journey Through Facial Reconstruction

The brittle nature of terra cotta pipe requires extra finesse to cut. With 12 years of experience in the U.S. Navy as a combat constructionist and a skilled…

Steve Took a Chance on a New Treatment, Now He’s Cancer-Free

There seemed to be no more wiggle room — the walls were closing in on Steve Hurm. Five years of fighting prostate cancer only felt like delaying the inevitable…

From Dance to Discovery: A Researcher’s Innovative Path to Treating Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s disease has no cure. At least not yet. However, there are ways to delay the progression of the disease and still lead a long, fulfilling life. For…

Debunking Five Common Myths About Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease is a common neurodegenerative condition, second only to Alzheimer's disease in its prevalence. According to the Parkinson’s Foundation,…

How Short-Term Fitness Challenges Are Tackling America’s Weight Problem

Since January 2025, an old fitness trend has regained popularity among Gen Z and Millennials: the 75 Hard Challenge. The challenge consists of five daily tasks…

Infertility: A Parent’s Experience That Often Goes Untold

Starting a family is a lifelong dream for many adults. However, for some couples, conceiving can be a challenging process, often taking longer than expected.…

A Lifesaving Last-Minute Decision: Rob’s Stroke Story

Sometimes, a last-minute change of plans can make all the difference. Even save a life. One Saturday morning in late September 2024, Ted Melrose had just…

Seconds That Matter: How the Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit Saved Lara’s Life

First things first: Wake up and open all the blinds. This was Lara Mehta’s morning routine. However, on one particular morning in August 2024, it felt…

Smart Thrifting: How to Safely Shop for Secondhand Clothes During Flu Season

Thrift-store shopping can be an exciting way to score great deals, but before you wear your new finds, experts highly recommend washing and disinfecting…

Double Blessings: Charlie’s Lung Transplant Story

After eight years and one long-awaited wedding to his best friend, Charlie Welborn will celebrate Valentine’s Day feeling like an extremely lucky man.