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In this advocacy article, we feature both Ty Duckett and Hugh Herr—who provide our paradigm shift about how to view “ability.” We also talk about the history of prosthetic devices, the coolest tech in development, and how to navigate the process of amputation / prosthetic device research. We also include a great list of resources.

Here we explore the various ways in which robotics are changing the ways humans do medicine, as well as the future of robotics in the field. You’ll also learn more about how Dr. Howard’s work is helping kids with disabilities.

This list provides a series of resources for people who need support. We include overall resources, but also how to find a specialty care center, clinical trial, or personal support.

“Cancer” is a huge word; it’s a global term for hundreds of diseases—not to mention an entire healthcare industry. Specialties, trials, clinics, researchers…there’s a lot to know. This story provides an overview of how to think about the field, equity in treatment, how cancer works, recent advancements, and general resources.

Immunotherapy seems like a panacea—it’s as if it truly will change the world of healthcare. And it is doing that. However, it can’t do everything. We learn how the immune system works, its strengths and weaknesses, and upcoming revolutions in therapy.

Meet the man who saved Emily Whitehead! Here we learn more about Dr. June’s life and his role in the development of CAR T therapy—along with how the immune system can be armed to fight cancer, and how CAR T works. You’ll also find a comprehensive list of resources, including where to find information about CAR T.

This story helps readers understand the various influences that impact heart health in general—and answers some interesting questions about body fat, target heart rates, optimal levels of exercise, and how to approach exercise after a heart event.

James Garrett suffered from a very common condition called aortic stenosis. Here we learn how it works and how it’s treated—including how Transarterial Valve Replacement (TAVR) has revolutionized treatments.

In this overview of common heart conditions, we learn the “big picture”—a “map” of heart health.