Merri

First mommy to Aka, the rest follows

[Imtiaz Mahmood @ImtiazMadmood]

A paralyzed man in Japan has regained the ability to walk unaided after receiving a pioneering stem cell therapy, a world first in regenerative medicine. This breakthrough treatment targets damaged spinal cord tissue, helping restore movement that was previously considered permanently lost.

Stem cells are remarkable because they can transform into many types of cells, making them ideal for repairing complex injuries. In this case, researchers injected the stem cells directly into the injured portion of the spinal cord, promoting new growth and rebuilding the neural pathways responsible for movement. The patient’s recovery demonstrates that even severe paralysis can be improved with advanced regenerative techniques.

This achievement is a milestone for both the individual and medical science, opening the door to further trials and new therapies for spinal cord injuries and neurodegenerative conditions. Scientists hope to refine the method, expand its availability, and explore additional applications of stem cell therapy.

The success of this treatment proves that medical innovation can overcome limits once thought insurmountable. For patients who were told recovery wasn’t possible, it offers hope, showing that science can restore not just movement, but independence and quality of life.

[Merri @Merri_i_am]

@Thabisomolapo Running...long distance

[Merri @Merri_i_am]

@Rainmaker1973 @grok will it be visible in South Africa Pretoria

[Merri @Merri_i_am]

@khozalities Yhooo reminded me of rugby world cup last year...nearly fainted with the first championship serve...

[Merri @Merri_i_am]

@lisa_talking It's Rafa cheering for me

[Merri @Merri_i_am]

@Mo_Magoda Ydcpl

[Kaizer Chiefs @KaizerChiefs]

RETWEET this tweet if you will be watching the game and an Amakhosi Blue Patrol tracksuit could be yours!

@Vodacom #GigaNathi |#VodacomTurns30 #Amakhosi4Life

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

The process of creating an unusual coffee table

[📹 Ben Uyeda / benjaminuyeda]

[Merri @Merri_i_am]

@khozalities this is interesting.

[Danijel Višević @visevic]

This NASA visualisation has it all: It shows the CO2 emitted into the earth's atmosphere + clarifies who is responsible for the climate crisis: we, the Global North.

1/4

[Merri @Merri_i_am]

@khozalities Why he wasn't selected in the first place beats me....

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

This 3D animation was designed to share life-saving information with the general public to demonstrate the importance of good, effective CPR

[🎞️ Action First Aid]

[Eyewitness News @ewnupdates]

SANBS calls for blood donations as stock levels dwindle https://t.co/FLkqOapDsd

[Africa Facts Zone @AfricaFactsZone]

South Africa Men beat Uganda 11-0 in the 2023 Hockey Olympic Qualifiers.

They won all 3 games they played in the group stage. They beat Zimbabwe 10-0 and Nigeria 8-2.

[Merri @Merri_i_am]

@khozalities I am just going for a much stronger drink.....

[Merri @Merri_i_am]

Mom to the captain of the first team....#proudmom #shecallsmemama #shegoesbyAkA

[Merri @Merri_i_am]

#proudmom

[Merri @Merri_i_am]

Awesome....

[Momentos Virales @momentoviral]

Trabajos https://t.co/OPiPhfpBgR

[Sasol Banyana Banyana @Banyana_Banyana]

4️⃣Days to go to the #FIFAWWC
7️⃣Days to go to our opening encounter against Sweden 🇸🇪

It’s Our Time Now 💚💛🇿🇦