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Surprise Finding Could Lead to New MS Treatments
A surprise finding by medical scientists may lead to the development of a possible treatment for multiple sclerosis (MS).
While examining human brain tissues, researchers...
Keanu Reeves Has Been a Secret Charity Badass for Years
Keanu Reeves has gone undercover as a hero.
For 15 years, in fact, he’s been ‘The One’ — playing in a blockbuster charity role for...
New Drug Could Offer First Treatment For Irreversible Huntington’s Disease
The terrible neurodegenerative disease currently has no cure – but this groundbreaking treatment inspires great hope for the future.
Watch Pope Francis Give Blessing to Man Who Surprised His Girlfriend With Marriage Proposal
When this Catholic man proposed to his girlfriend in front of Pope Francis, the Argentinian pontiff was more than delighted to give his blessing.
Once a Quadriplegic He Now Throws Ceremonial First Pitch After Breakthrough Treatment
No one ever believed that Lucas Lindner would be able to use his arms again, let alone throw the first pitch at a Major...
Dance Company Includes People in Wheelchairs and Busts a Beautiful Move
These choreographers are on a mission to prove that anyone can dance – no matter their abilities.
The nonprofit called Infinite Flow hosts classes, dances,...
Simple Contraption Saves Women From Having to Break Their Necks Just to Carry Water
Over 750 million African people live in areas so devoid of clean water, they're forced to walk miles every day just to carry painstakingly heavy...
Watch Boy Dance For First Time Since He Was Paralyzed
Bruce Mansy may be paralyzed but he has some pretty impressive moves for a 7-year-old.
Computer Allows Paralyzed Patients to Communicate – And They’re Happy With Life
A computer interface that can decipher the thoughts of people who are unable to communicate could revolutionize the lives of those living with completely...
Robo-Spoon Allows Disabled People to Eat With More Control
This auto-correcting robotic spoon is groundbreaking for patients with cerebral palsy, spinal injuries, or Huntington's disease.
Has This Doctor Found a Sure Way of Recognizing and Treating ALS?
California doctor David Steenblock has been treating his ALS patients with specialized stem cell therapy – and they've been showing improvement.
Critically Endangered Black Rhinos Welcome Two Newborn Calves
There are only about 700 black rhinos in the world, but these mommas bred in captivity just gave birth to two healthy calves.
First Ever Quadriplegic Treated With Stem Cells Regains Motor Control in His Upper Body
Thanks to the stem cells injected into his spinal cord, Kris Boesen can once more use his arms to sign his name, use his phone, and hug his family.
Chick-Fil-A Employees Step in When Kids Won’t Play With Disabled Boy
These Chick-Fil-A workers weren't about to let Caleb Merriken use the force by himself just because the other kids were mean to him.
Paraplegic Inspires Everyone After Learning to Swim, Setting Records
“When I began water therapy," said Beth. "No one expected me to ever move in the water without someone holding me up."
After my youngest...
New Therapy Halts Progression of Lou Gehrig’s Disease in Mice
Researchers announced that they have essentially stopped the progression of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or Lou Gehrig's disease, for nearly two years, allowing the...
Cancer Treatment Shows “Remarkable” Ability to Reverse Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms
A medical treatment intended for cancer patients appears to be able to reverse the effects of multiple sclerosis (MS), as well–and some people paralyzed...
US to Cover Cost of Robotic Legs for Some Paralyzed Veterans
American veterans with spinal cord injuries may soon be back on their feet, thanks to robotic legs and the Veterans Administration (VA).
The VA has...
Football Tackle Leaves One Paralyzed, Another Full of Guilt, Now Best Friends
A single play, for a single yard, shattered two football players’ lives forever — and made them best friends.
In the 30 years since that...
Dad Builds Halloween Costumes Around Wheelchairs as a Nonprofit
When little Keaton asked if he could be a pirate for Halloween, dad knew he had to find a way to make it happen.
It...