The newest side effect of hair loss — more public anxiety
'I don't feel at peace, ever. My nervous system is constantly in fight or flight,' read one in response to a question last year about the 'absolute worst part about balding.'
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- Forbes
Service Dog Saves Life Of Military Veteran In Heroic Fashion
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'If I start getting anxious, the first thing he'll do is come and he'll put his chin on my knee,' he said. 'He looks up at me and if that doesn't work, then he'll immediately go into a hug where he'll jump into my lap and give me a hug and he'll start licking me — just, 'Hey, calm down.'' Though Tommy wasn't trained to wake Ford from nightmares, he does — and puts a positive spin on every morning. 'He just kind of stands on my chest and looks at me,' he said. 'So when you open your eyes, it's immediate laughter because boom — you've got a goofy dog looking at you.' Tommy helped improve Ford's outlook so much that he even got his job back as a marshal at a golf course. Tommy rides along in the cart and is extremely popular with golfers and staff. 'Everybody loves him,' Ford said. A Life-Saving Service Dog Fortunately, Tommy loves Ford, as he proved one morning this February. Ford's wife, Mary, had already left early for her job as a nurse when Tommy started frantically trying to wake him up. 'He was jumping on me. He was barking and he never barks, ever,' he recalled. 'He was nosing me, telling me to get out of bed.' Ford guessed his dog might need to go to the bathroom and felt wobbly as he rose to open the door to let Tommy outside. 'I opened the door to let him out and he wouldn't go,' he said. 'Then he started jumping up and hitting my chest with his paws. And I'm starting to figure out that something's not right. My heartbeat just doesn't feel right.' He sat down and Tommy jumped in his lap, clearly agitated. Ford put on a blood pressure cuff and was alarmed at the results: 151 over 115, with a heartrate of 171. He drove himself to the hospital, where the staff was 'freaking out' that he drove in that state, and hospitalized him overnight. 'They tried to medicate me back into rhythm, but they couldn't. So they had to shock me back into rhythm,' he said. 'Mary brought Tommy to me at the hospital, and he laid in my lap in that bed the whole time.' Ford had suffered an episode from atrial fibrillation (AFib), an irregular heart rhythm that can lead to blood clots, heart failure and stroke. The medical team credited Tommy with saving Ford's life. 'The doc said that had he not woke me up, there was a good possibility that I would've stroked out or died,' he said. 'I owe Tommy everything for that one.' Service Dogs From Dogs Inc Naturally, the team at the nonprofit that raised and trained Tommy is thrilled that he has been so pivotal in Ford's life. Dogs Inc starts training future service dogs when they're just two days old to become service dogs for veterans or guide dogs for people who are blind. Thanks to donors, the organization provides them at no cost to handlers like Ford and offers lifetime support, including free dog food and preventive veterinary care, according to Emily Dombrowski, the nonprofit's director of the service dog program. 'Every day, our team is inspired by the ways our dogs bring comfort, independence and hope, not only through the skills they have learned in their training on campus, but also through the strong relationship that develops between dog and person,' she said. 'We're always here to support our teams and hear the incredible stories, like Hank and Tommy's, of how our dogs continue making a difference throughout their lives.' Meanwhile, Ford continues to live life to the fullest with Tommy by his side. The 'huge' Green Bay Packers fan even took Tommy on a trip to visit his wife's family in Wisconsin, where they got a special 3-hour tour of Lambeau Field. 'They were unbelievable to him, the way that they treated us and him,' he said. 'It was really cool.' Ford recently underwent a cardiac ablation to help prevent future heart issues and feels 'great.' Tommy continues to enjoy naps and fetching his toys by name; the clever dog can hear cues like 'monkey,' 'turkey' or 'rooster' and return with the correct toy in his mouth for playtime. Ultimately, Ford hopes other military veterans will consider partnering with service dogs since his own experience has been lifechanging — and lifesaving. 'I've had good connections with other dogs, but nothing like this,' he said. 'It's unreal.'
Business Wire
11 hours ago
- Business Wire
Texas Life Science Forum 2025 to Unite Innovators, Investors, and Industry Leaders Shaping the Future of Healthcare
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rice Alliance for Technology & Entrepreneurship and BioHouston proudly present the 14th Annual Texas Life Science Forum, returning to Houston on November 11th, 2025. As the state's leading conference for life science innovation, the Forum convenes trailblazers across industry, academia, clinical research, and the investment community to spotlight breakthrough developments in therapeutics, medical technology, and digital health. Now in its 14th year, the Texas Life Science Forum reflects the enduring partnership between BioHouston and the Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship—two organizations committed to advancing innovation in healthcare and the life sciences. This annual gathering supports the full commercialization journey, from early-stage discovery and academic research to startup formation, clinical validation, and market entry. Attendees benefit from thought-provoking content, strategic networking, and meaningful connections between entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, and corporate leaders—all working to bring breakthrough science from the lab to life. Jeffrey L. Wade, Chairman of BioHouston, commented: 'Houston is a powerhouse of life‑science innovation. The Texas Life Science Forum shines a light on emerging therapeutics, med-tech solutions, and digital health platforms with the potential to transform patient care. We're proud to host compelling startups and innovative growth companies on a stage where capital meets science.' Rice Alliance and BioHouston have announced the call for life science ventures to apply. Brad Burke, Associate Vice President for Industry & New Ventures at Rice University's Office of Innovation and Executive Director of Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship, explained. 'We're looking for the top early to growth stage companies from around the country to come to Houston and participate in the Texas Life Science Forum. This is an opportunity for cutting-edge life science companies to get access to one-to-one meetings with and give pitches to top investors and leaders from the life science ecosystem in Houston, home to the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world.' Promising therapeutic, medtech, and digital health ventures are encouraged to submit their applications by Friday, September 26, 2025. This year's Forum will feature: Venture Pitches: Promising emerging companies present investment‑ready innovations in therapeutics, medical devices, and digital health. Keynote Panels: Thought leaders discuss investment and regulatory trends, market access, and commercialization pathways. Networking Opportunities: Curated sessions designed to foster collaboration between researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors. Houston's life science ecosystem continues to thrive as a globally competitive hub for healthcare innovation. Home to multiple leading medical schools and major biomedical research institutions—including the world's leading cancer care center and the world's largest children's hospital—Houston drives transformative discoveries and is rapidly emerging as one of the nation's most dynamic life science markets. The Texas Life Science Forum energizes this ecosystem, bringing together researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors to collaborate, commercialize, and turn breakthrough science into market-ready healthcare solutions. Registration is now open. Visit to learn more and reserve your place. About BioHouston BioHouston is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded by the region's leading academic and research institutions to accelerate the growth of Houston's life science ecosystem. We serve as a central hub for innovation, dedicated to convening industry leaders, connecting academic research with commercial opportunity, and catalyzing the translation of scientific discoveries into life-changing technologies. Through strategic programming, networking events, and thought leadership, BioHouston supports startups, established companies, investors, and researchers alike—helping to drive collaboration, attract capital, and strengthen Houston's position as a global leader in life science innovation. About Rice Alliance The Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship (Rice Alliance) is Rice University's nationally-recognized initiative devoted to the support of technology commercialization, entrepreneurship education, and the launch of technology companies. Our mission is to support the creation and success of startups and the commercialization of new technologies in the Houston community and beyond. Since 2001, 3,526 companies have participated in our programs—and those companies raised more than $27.8B in capital. The Rice Alliance leads programming and activation at the Ion, Houston's HQ for Innovation. The Ion anchors the Ion District, a 16-acre innovation hub in Houston's Midtown, developed by Rice University. Call for Ventures – Apply:
Android Authority
a day ago
- Android Authority
Samsung Galaxy Ring drops to its all-time low price from Prime Day
Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority The Samsung Galaxy Ring is an awesome wearable, but it's expensive, and deals are hard to come by. It's rarely on sale! The best discount we've seen on it takes it down to $299.99, which is $100 in savings, and this only happened during Prime Day. Today, the same record-low price is available for everyone! Buy the Samsung Galaxy Ring for just $299.99 ($100 off) This offer is available from Amazon as a 'limited time deal.' The discount is applied automatically to all color versions of the Galaxy Ring. This includes Black, Silver, or Gold. Samsung Galaxy Ring Samsung Galaxy Ring Fancy Titanium ring, with fancy sensors The Samsung Galaxy Ring is a leap into a new device segment for Samsung. Available in nine sizes 5 through 13, this jewelry-inspired wearable is packed with sensors to track your health and fitness, and some basic controls for your smartphone. Designed for 24/7 wear. See price at Amazon Save $100.00 Limited Time Deal! As much as I like the Samsung Galaxy Ring, and everyone I know who uses one feels the same way, I find it hard to pay almost $400 for a smart ring. This $100 discount makes the price much more enticing. I am personally not much of a flashy person, which is one of the things that made me like the Samsung Galaxy Ring so much. It is really made to go unnoticed, with a minimalist design that doesn't make it look much like a high-tech gadget. It sure is more than a cheap, simple band, though. It is made of titanium, which is known for being a very light and resistant metal. It's only 7mm wide and 2.6mm thick, so it will also be very comfortable to wear. While it looks simple, there's a lot of technology inside this little ring. It has features to throw around! The Samsung Galaxy Ring can track your heart rate, blood oxygen levels, skin temperature, sleep, activity, and more. It can even help women predict their menstrual cycles! Lanh Nguyen / Android Authority This is a great health tool, but smart home enthusiasts will also love its smart home functionality. It integrates with Samsung SmartThings, and you can use it to control your smart home devices. For example, you can program it to turn off the lights when the rung detects that you are asleep. Pretty fun, right?! You can use it with any Android device, but some of the features are exclusive to Samsung. Some of these include the ability to use pinch gestures, Samsung Health data integration, access to Energy Score, and Wellness Tips. The battery life is pretty nice, as it can last about four days on a charge. You can conveniently charge it using the carrying case. As an added benefit, there is no subscription needed to use the Samsung Galaxy Ring. Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Again, this is a record-low price for this product, so you might want to sign up for yours before the offer disappears. These discounts don't tend to last long. By the way, you'll have to find out and pick your ring size. Samsung has its own guide to figure out which size works best for you, so check it out before you make the purchase. Follow
