Scary disease that can cause limb loss is more common than we thought

Scary disease that can cause limb loss is more common than we thought

A shocking new study reveals that a condition that can lead to serious complications — such as limb amputation — is far more prevalent and deadly than previously believed. Researchers from Intermountain Health have found that this underdiagnosed and undertreated disease affects over 10 million Americans over 40, with a staggering 50% mortality rate. ​ … Read more

Go out on a limb at these new leafy-luxury treehouse resorts

Go out on a limb at these new leafy-luxury treehouse resorts

Buzzwords like “glamping,” “eco retreats,” and “biophilic design” dominate today’s travel market — but before green everything was “in,” there were treehouse. From “Swiss Family Robinson”-style passion projects to hippie homes, hand-built treehouses have always sparked a sense of childlike joy. Now, there’s fresh growth in the number of stunning treehouse hotels thanks to big … Read more

Bill Maher plans to retire from stand-up this year: ‘Like cutting off a limb’

Bill Maher plans to retire from stand-up this year: ‘Like cutting off a limb’

At the end of 2024, Bill Maher will release a stand-up comedy special, and then it may be stage curtains for the controversial comedian. During a conversation with guest Jerry Seinfeld on his “Club Random” podcast, Maher revealed that while he will continue to host his HBO show “Real Time With Bill Maher,” his forthcoming special may … Read more

‘Bionic woman’ is first to have robotic limb merged with bone — and controlled with her mind

‘Bionic woman’ is first to have robotic limb merged with bone — and controlled with her mind

A woman has become the first human to receive a robotic limb fused with both her nervous and skeletal systems — and she’s being dubbed the “real bionic woman.” Authors of the study, published in the journal Science Robotics, believe that the results can give amputees a bit of a silver lining. The study is … Read more

My son’s foot was impaled by a vape pen — doctors said he might lose the limb

My son’s foot was impaled by a vape pen — doctors said he might lose the limb

It went from an inhaling device to an impaling device. As if vape pens weren’t hazardous enough to one’s health, a UK teen was told he might lose his foot after it was impaled by an e-cigarette that he’d stomped on while out with pals. Photos of the gruesome injury are currently blowing up online. … Read more