Doctors perform first combined heart pump and pig kidney transplant
For the first time, surgeons at NYU Langone Health performed a combined mechanical heart pump and gene-edited pig kidney transplant into a living person.
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For the first time, surgeons at NYU Langone Health performed a combined mechanical heart pump and gene-edited pig kidney transplant into a living person.
The USDA had floated banning flavored milk options from some school lunches.
The American Red Cross and Lifetime Windows and Siding hosted a blood drive at the company's Denver showroom to raise awareness about the ongoing need for blood donations and to encourage the community to become regular donors.
UnitedHealth said it paid the criminals behind attack that crippled hospitals and pharmacies to protect sensitive patient data.
Tires emit huge volumes of particles and chemicals as they roll along the highway, and researchers are only beginning to understand the threat. One byproduct of tire use, 6PPD-q, is in regulators' crosshairs after it was found to be killing fish.
Eating a healthy, balanced diet when money is tight can be tough. And it's no secret that food costs have skyrocketed within the past year. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, food costs in 2023 rose 5.8%.
The Colorado Senate took time Monday to honor a "living legend" in Colorado: Dr. Reginald Washington.
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
New technology approved by the FDA now allows trained doctors to complete a procedure in the heart that is less invasive for those struggling with Afib.
To reduce recidivism, some rural counties are hiring community health workers or peer support specialists to connect people leaving custody to mental health, substance use treatment, medical services and jobs.
Heidi Hughes is one of the lucky ones, who was able to find a donor for a kidney donation. She's on her second kidney, donated by her dad's coworker, who is overall, an incredibly selfless man.
The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing a case that could determine the legality of camp sweeps. And while those arguments are heard in Washington, D.C., people whose shelters were taken in Denver's latest sweep will have to look for new shelters.
Nugget, hemp, reefer, grass; Over the course of a week, the state is auctioning 10 custom license plates to raise money for people with disabilities who need help.
The event brought much-needed attention to an issue affecting every woman in this country.
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.
New moms are encouraged to know their rights before heading back to work after maternity leave.
Dr. Andrew Pytiak, an orthopedic surgeon at Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children, talks about the risks and how to prepare to avoid them.
The Susan G. Komen 3-day walk over the weekend raised money for breast cancer research.
Following up on our reporting on the rising number of COVID-19 cases in Colorado. Doctors are urging people to get booster shots before we reach flu season. Looking at the latest numbers, 134 people were hospitalized with covid this week with more than 1,700 covid cases reported, which doesn't account for cases *not* reported to the state. CBS News Colorado was joined by Dr. Kelly Weidenbach, executive director of Adams County's Health Department, to discuss the recent rise in COVID cases in Colorado.
Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children is thrilled to introduce its first Facility Dog, Posey, a golden retriever/lab mix, who interacts with patients in a calming way to encourage children through their medical journey.
Vitalant honored a Colorado woman who has donated 90 gallons of blood since she started donating 50 years ago.
Damage assessments are still ongoing for homes and businesses affected by the Aspen Acres Fire in southern Colorado. The United Way of Southern Colorado is working to raise relief funds for those affected and says it's making progress towards its fundraising goal.
Colorado authorities have placed residents south of the Ferris Fire on pre-evacuation notice due to the possibility that the fire may move into the area.
The Denver Police Department is asking for help finding a hit-and-run driver who struck and seriously injured a bicyclist on July 4.
Denver Public Schools superintendent Alex Marrero didn't make the list of semifinalists for the same position at Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
Fire crews in El Paso County are making progress on the Rock Creek Fire, which is approximately 30% contained.
Joe Ruch is tracking severe storms in Denver.
The Aspen Acres Fire has grown to more than 96,000 acres, burning over 200 homes. The fire made a surge towards the northwest on Tuesday, but firefighters are making progress. The fire has reached 15% containment.
To learn more about the children featured on CBS News Colorado newscasts and on our stream on Wednesdays, visit Raise The Future's website at raisethefuture.org.
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Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.
Balogun's reinstatement came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week and asked for a review of the red card suspension.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Tickets for the 14 free and open Denver Broncos Training Camp practices were made available on Wednesday morning to both season ticket holders and the general public.
"A little birdie told me this, about the fact that we'll give them the right to make Patriots," President Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Oil prices jumped 6% while U.S. stocks fell as renewed Middle East conflict threatens crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump concluded the NATO summit with a press conference touting the "tremendous love" exhibited by the allies.
A slew of Ford recalls affects some new and used Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and Explorer Hybrid vehicles, according to a federal safety watchdog.
The cost of a first-class Forever stamp has climbed 41% since 2021, and postal officials have signaled they want prices to rise even more.
Polls closed in the state primary election on June 30. Many days later, there was still no projected winner in one race.
"A little birdie told me this, about the fact that we'll give them the right to make Patriots," President Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
President Trump concluded the NATO summit with a press conference touting the "tremendous love" exhibited by the allies.
A new law could help lower homeowners' insurance in Colorado even as wildfires burn in many parts of the state.
The head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division sent letters to election officials in all 50 states threatening criminal action if they knowingly allow non-U.S. citizens to vote.
Researchers are getting a better idea of the ills caused by wildfire smoke as the West becomes the location of larger and more severe fires.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Wildfire smoke drifting through Colorado has pushed the Front Range and Northern Colorado into some of the worst air quality conditions in the United States, prompting health experts to warn residents, especially those with underlying respiratory conditions, to take precautions.
Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.
From screwworm to flesh-eating bacteria, mounting public health risks are emerging in the wake of deep cuts to federal health agencies and programs.
Oil prices jumped 6% while U.S. stocks fell as renewed Middle East conflict threatens crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
A slew of Ford recalls affects some new and used Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and Explorer Hybrid vehicles, according to a federal safety watchdog.
The cost of a first-class Forever stamp has climbed 41% since 2021, and postal officials have signaled they want prices to rise even more.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Concerns are emerging about a company formerly known as COE Bikes, which continues advertising free e-bikes and is now drawing scrutiny from state agencies.
The City of Denver is giving itself stronger enforcement tools to hold owners of neglected and derelict properties accountable, including significantly larger fines for those who fail to comply with city orders.
A Colorado administrative law judge has upheld the demotion of a former Colorado Department of Corrections manager who admitted participating in years of inappropriate text message exchanges with other prison leaders.
A man who stayed at a downtown Denver hotel last summer says he woke up to bats flying around his room — and that one of them bit him. He has now filed a lawsuit against the hotel.
A Keenesburg police officer pleaded no contest to reckless driving and reckless endangerment stemming from a 2025 crash on Interstate 25 that the Colorado State Patrol said he caused -- and then fled from.