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Paul Alexander flourished for many years while depending on an iron lung, even after being affected by polio as a young person.

“Paul Alexander, who was paralyzed by polio as a child and relies on an iron lung, defied his condition by learning to breathe without assistance for a portion of each day. Despite his limitations, he earned a law degree, penned a memoir, established a significant presence on social media, and served as a source of

A recent study demonstrated the effectiveness of a blood test in detecting colon cancer, providing additional choices for early detection methods.

A study published on Wednesday showed that a blood test for colon cancer was effective, providing a new way to screen for a major contributor to cancer-related deaths. The examination searches for genetic material released from cancerous cells and abnormal tissue growth. It is currently available for purchase in the United States at a cost

. Last year, there were 645 verified deaths related to heat in the largest county in Arizona, specifically in the Phoenix metropolitan area.

PHOENIX (AP) — Public health officials in Arizona’s most populous county on Wednesday reported they confirmed a staggering 645 heat-associated deaths last year — more than 50% higher than 2022 and another consecutive annual record in arid metro Phoenix. The figures in the initial findings from the Maricopa County Department of Public Health unsettled authorities

The governor of Pennsylvania has revealed a proposal to decrease the amount of greenhouse gases produced and increase the use of renewable energy in a state that is a major producer of energy.

Governor Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania announced a strategy on Wednesday to combat climate change. He outlined his support for a new law that would hold power plant companies responsible for their contribution to greenhouse gas emissions in the state, which ranks as the third-largest energy producer in the country. Additionally, the proposed legislation would require

A town in Massachusetts allocated $600,000 for coastal protection, but only a few days after a winter storm hit, the funding was washed away.

A coastal town in Massachusetts is in chaos following a storm over the weekend that caused $600,000 worth of sand, brought in to safeguard homes, roads, and other important structures, to be washed away. A total of 14,000 tons (12,701 metric tons) of sand were transported into Salisbury over the course of a few weeks

Welter: Cormac Ryan has already cemented a place in Carolina history and he’s not done yet :: WRALSportsFan.com

By Pat Welter Select a photo, or better yet a moment of celebration, and you will have the iconic image of Cormac Ryan’s exceptional performance in a 84-79 victory against Duke. “I informed everyone that he was mentally unstable and psychotic,” Armando Bacot stated during a post-game interview session that resembled a professional wrestling promo.

New research has shown promise in shrinking tumors in patients with aggressive brain cancer through a new attack strategy. The strategy has been successful in two initial trials.

A recent approach to combat a highly hostile form of brain cancer yielded encouraging results in two studies involving a small group of participants. Researchers announced on Wednesday that they were successful in converting immune cells from patients into “living drugs” that were capable of identifying and targeting glioblastoma cells. In initial experiments, these cells

Be on the lookout for upsets during March Madness. When completing your bracket, be cautious of certain teams.

Eric Olson, a sports writer for the Associated Press. The anticipation of unexpected victories in the NCAA Tournament is a crucial aspect of March Madness. The 68 team bracket will not be revealed until Sunday, however it is likely that one or more top seeded teams will face an early elimination. Purdue, a popular team,

According to reports from WRALSportsFan.com, cornerback Dane Jackson has officially committed to a two-year contract with the Carolina Panthers.

This statement was written by Mark Bergin, who is a senior multiplatform producer at WRAL. Charlotte, N.C. – According to multiple media reports, the Carolina Panthers have reached an agreement with cornerback Dane Jackson. The news was announced by the team on their website on Wednesday. According to the NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Jackson’s contract

The University of North Carolina is scheduled to compete against Florida State in the quarterfinal round of the 2024 Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament on WRALSportsFan.com.

Mark Bergin is a senior producer at WRAL responsible for producing content across multiple platforms. Florida State Seminoles 4North Carolina Tar Heels On ESPN, Thursday March 14 at noon, Eastern Daylight Time. On Thursday, the North Carolina Tar Heels will start participating in the ACC Tournament, facing off against Florida State. The Tar Heels and