CNN 5 Things 5 Good Things: Robots & Pig Organs: The Future of Organ Transplants
May 17, 2025
A deli owner in Staten Island rewards students for good grades, igniting a community initiative. Discover how robotic surgeries are transforming organ transplants, making recovery easier and faster. Explore the groundbreaking potential of gene-edited pig organs that could revolutionize the organ donation landscape. Also, learn about a new tool to enhance cervical cancer screenings that could save countless lives. With these stories, witness the incredible blend of kindness and cutting-edge science shaping our future.
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CPR Saved Boy's Life
- Jeanette Wilmot, a mom who learned CPR 40 years ago, saved a boy who suffered cardiac arrest at a baseball drill.
- She performed CPR compressions for eight minutes, humming Stayin' Alive to keep pace, which was crucial to his survival.
Deli Manager Rewards Kids' Grades
- Whale Aselwi, deli manager in Staten Island, rewards kids with good grades with snacks and cash to motivate them.
- Over 100 kids participate, showing progress like improvement from 55 to 95 in history, boosting confidence and recognition.
Robotic Liver Donation Success
- Lindsay Ingolstead donated part of her liver using robotic surgery at University of Colorado Hospital.
- Her recovery was faster than expected, helping a 9-month-old child who had never been outside a hospital.