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World's first pig kidney transplant recipient, Rick Slayman, 62, leaves hospital after groundbreaking surgery
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Groundbreaking pig kidney transplant patient released from hospital

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In a monumental stride for medical science, Rick Slayman, 62, is poised to be discharged from Massachusetts General Hospital on Wednesday, marking the culmination of a historic endeavor: the world's first successful pig kidney transplant....
Hypertension breakthrough with biannual injections to replace daily pills
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Hypertension breakthrough with biannual injections to replace daily pills

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In a significant medical breakthrough, an investigational drug, zilebesiran, has shown remarkable efficacy in reducing high blood pressure with just a single dose lasting up to six months. This finding, presented at the American Heart...