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October 25, 2019

Girl, 15, born with 'Mermaid Syndrome' dies waiting for kidney

She underwent several surgeries as a child to separate her legs, and even learned to walk.

October 23, 2019

'Mother's Day' cupcake topper stuck in man's throat for a week

Scarfing down a cupcake left the man with more than a sugar high.

October 22, 2019

Woman has 'basketball-sized' breast tumor removed after letting it grow for 2 years, report says

Her doctor said that for two years she forewent chemotherapy and surgery in favor of ointments and herbal medicines.

October 15, 2019

Federal court strikes down Obama administration 'transgender mandate' for doctors

A federal court in Texas ruled Tuesday that doctors across the nation are not required to perform gender-transition surgeries if they go against their medical judgment or religious beliefs.

October 9, 2019

Construction worker attempts to pull nail out of thigh with pliers after horrific injury

The nail had specific grooves it in which make it difficult to extract from wood.

October 9, 2019

Mom could 'see skin blistering and peeling' after hot water bottle exploded on legs

Paramedics arrived shortly after to help, but Mason said the time lapse "feels like a long time when you're on fire."

October 8, 2019

'Pregnant' woman has 6-inch, 3-pound mass removed from uterus

“I gained weight and everyone thought I was pregnant,” the 38-year-old said.

October 7, 2019

Groom rushed into brain surgery on would-be wedding day

The couple's guests were told to go ahead with the party since the food and cake had already been set up.

October 4, 2019

Mom claims C-section infection nearly killed her: 'It was eating my insides'

“There was so much pus and dead flesh oozing out of me,” Praise said. “I was shocked.”

October 3, 2019

New Jersey baby born with ‘brain outside of skull’ believed to be first to survive condition

“Lucas is a message of hope — it’s heartwarming but also an inspiration,” Dr. Vogel said. “So much good can come from this.”