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Health - November 17, 2009
Keep clutter out of the way
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Hot-Tub Injuries on the Rise
Health - November 9, 2009
One-quarter of those hurt are under 16, researchers say
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Stem Cells Repair Acute Lung Injury in Mice
Health - November 5, 2009
Study findings may lead to way to prevent this cause of death in people
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Helmets Can Save Lives in Winter Sports
Health - October 24, 2009
Injured skiers, snowboarders with head protection are less apt to lose consciousness, study finds
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Common Knee Pain May Improve With Therapy
Health - October 23, 2009
Supervised exercise had better results than wait-and-see approach, researchers say
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Babies Injured in Car Seats Used Outside of Cars
Health - October 20, 2009
Study found more than 43,000 emergency-room visits during five-year period
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As More Cyclists Hit the Road, Serious Injuries Rise
Health - October 14, 2009
Helmet use, investment in bike lanes could protect more riders, researchers say
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Burn Rate in Kids Has Dropped, But Still Causes Concern
Health - October 6, 2009
Youths' thinner skin makes them more susceptible to severe injury, expert says
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Daily Dose of Vitamin D Helps Prevent Falls in Seniors
Health - October 2, 2009
Supplements of 700 to 1,000 IU linked to reduced risk, study finds
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Dementia Risk Higher for NFL Players
Health - September 30, 2009
Ex-players aged 30 to 49 are 19 times more likely to have memory problems, survey found
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Scary Injury for USC Football Player
By
Jeff Greer
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The Paper Trail - September 29, 2009
Senior running back drops weight onto neck during bench press, is rushed to hospital.
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Autumn Chores Often Hazardous
Health - September 27, 2009
Take precautions to avoid falls, strains and sprains, experts say
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Alcohol Might Lower Death Rates in Brain Injury Patients
Health - September 25, 2009
Could have protective effect, but also raises chances of complications, study shows
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Surgery Best for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Health - September 24, 2009
Operation has modest advantage over non-surgical therapies, researchers say
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Health Tip: Could It Be a Torn Rotator Cuff?
Health - September 18, 2009
Here are basic warning signs
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Emergency Medical Transport By Air Carries Risks
Health - September 15, 2009
Stabilization of patients before flight may prevent many adverse events, researchers say
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Not All Kids With Head Injuries Need Brain Scans
Health - September 14, 2009
Screening could cut down on radiation exposure, researchers say
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3 NFL Stars to Donate Brain Tissue for Trauma Research
Health - September 14, 2009
Program studies affects of repeated blows to the head
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Young People at High Risk of Death Worldwide
Health - September 10, 2009
Teens in low- and middle-income countries fare the worst, statistics show
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Girl in Iconic Vietnam War Photo Brings Message of Hope
Health - September 10, 2009
Kim Phuc, now 46, survived extensive napalm burns to help today's burn survivors
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High School Sports Put Players at Risk for Severe Injuries
Health - September 3, 2009
More needs to be done to protect young knees, ankles and shoulders, researcher says
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Safety Should Be the Goal for Football Players
Health - September 2, 2009
Good coaching, right equipment can prevent serious head and neck injuries, doctors say
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The Top 5 Causes of Accidental Home Injury Deaths—and How to Prevent Them
By
Luke Mullins
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The Home Front - August 31, 2009
A look at some simple (and inexpensive) ways to reduce the threat of serious injuries in your house
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Scans Shed New Light on Concussions
Health - August 28, 2009
Technology helps detect hidden brain damage, study shows
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