Pig kidneys transplanted into brain-dead human body
(AP) – Researchers on Thursday reported the latest in a surprising string of experiments in the quest to save human lives with organs from genetically modified pigs.
This time around, surgeons in Alabama transplanted a pig’s kidneys into a brain-dead man — a step-by-step rehearsal for an operation they hope to try in living patients possibly later this year.
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Can I resell my COVID tests online?
(NEXSTAR) – Earlier this week, the White House and the U.S. Postal Service rolled out the online ordering for Americans to request four free at-home COVID-19 test kits. If you’re planning to sell yours online for some extra cash, you likely won’t have any luck.
Amazon, eBay, and Facebook have all imposed restrictions on users trying to sell COVID-19 tests, as well as other COVID-related materials like masks.
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Grizzly Gulch area closed for search and rescue effort
LITTLE COTTONWOOD CANYON, Utah (ABC4) – A search and rescue effort is currently underway in little Cottonwood Canyon on Thursday morning.
Alta Ski officials say the Grizzly Gulch area is currently closed to allow for search and rescue efforts.
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