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<title>Dr. Annie T. Varughese Named Medical Director of eCardio Diagnostics, LLC</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2005/06/dr-annie-t-varughese-named-medical-director-of-ecardio-diagnostics-llc-6498.htm</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2005 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Annie T. Varughese M.D., F.A.C.C., has been named medical director of eCardio Diagnostics, LLC. Dr. Varughese is a board certified cardiologist and fellow of the American College of Cardiology. eCardio is a provider of advanced technology cardiac arrhythmia monitoring.</description>
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<title>The SK500 BackSaver Commercial Auger Gets a New Back Saving Feature.</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2007/02/the-sk500-backsaver-commercial-auger-gets-a-new-back-saving-feature-23793.htm</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2007 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>THE SK500 BACKSAVER COMMERCIAL AUGER GETS A NEW BACK SAVING FEATURE.</description>
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<title>Tyson Sports Institute and Personal Training.</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2007/02/tyson-sports-institute-personal-training-24312.htm</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2007 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Tyson Sports Fitness and Personal Training was launched in 2005. CEO and founder Jimmy Lyons, Grand Master in Taekwondo and Fitness Expert, discovered a need for a private personal training business through is 15 years experience with clients and families who desire to lose weight.</description>
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<title>TBI and Professional Athletes</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2007/12/tbi-and-professional-athletes-37111.htm</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2007 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>While TBIs are often caused by accidents, they can also result from professional and contact sport injuries.</description>
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<title>Adjustable Basketball Goal Height Important for Long Term Adoption of Sport and Safety</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2007/10/adjustable-basketball-goal-height-important-for-long-term-adoption-of-sport-and-safety-34006.htm</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2007 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>With over 44 million people claiming basketball as a hobby, one Indianapolis-based company is quick to point out a simple basketball hoop feature that can lead to even more long-term adoption of the sport: adjustable basketball goal height.</description>
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<title>Basketball Pole Pads Often Overlooked As Safety Features On Basketball Goal Systems</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2007/09/basketball-pole-pads-often-overlooked-as-safety-features-on-basketball-goal-systems-32680.htm</link>
<pubDate>Sat, 01 Sep 2007 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>With home based basketball goal systems more popular than ever before, one Indianapolis-based company adds a free safety feature that often goes overlooked by consumers-basketball pole pads-with select basketball backboard purchases.</description>
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<title>Weight Loss Will Kill You!</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2008/02/weight-loss-will-kill-you-40729.htm</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2008 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Weight loss is dangerous these days with all the bogus products out there where you lose your health, not your weight. Does anything work best other than nutrition and exercise?</description>
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<title>Kids Vote for More Exercise</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2008/01/kids-vote-for-more-exercise-39670.htm</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2008 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Over a hundred children have voted to do more exercise with a clear message to adults - we want to be active and it has to be fun.</description>
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<title>Orthopedic Manufacturing - Medical Manufacturing Miracles on a daily basis</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2007/03/orthopedic-manufacturing-medical-manufacturing-miracles-on-a-daily-basis-25590.htm</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 11 Mar 2007 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Orthopedic manufacturing is responsible for all of the replacement knees and hips that allow baby boomers, and many others, to continue to lead a healthy and active lifestyle.</description>
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<title>Muscle Building Workout Program Review Site Launches</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2007/11/muscle-building-workout-program-review-site-launches-35706.htm</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2007 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Finding the best muscle building workout which will result in the greatest amount of muscle gain in the shortest time possible is what every bodybuilder wants. There are 5 key elements which are necessary to create this ideal muscle building workout...</description>
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<title>Cambridge Who's Who Recognizes Holly Smith for Excellence in Personal Training</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2008/03/cambridge-whos-who-recognizes-holly-smith-for-excellence-in-personal-training-43209.htm</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 09 Mar 2008 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Holly Smith trains clients to reach peak performance</description>
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<title>National Cheer Safety Foundation Launch Cheer Injury Prevention Campaign</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2008/05/national-cheer-safety-foundation-launch-cheer-injury-prevention-campaign-49324.htm</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2008 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>NCSF launch Cheer Injury Prevention Campaign after Advisory Committee reviews 81 unreported catastrophic injuires to high school and college cheerleaders from 1982 to 2007. The NCSF research team has submitted the data to the National Center for Catastrophic Sports Injury Research.</description>
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<title>Deon Burton, Sheffield Wednesday F.C gives Testimonial for THE DEEP OSCILLATION PERSONAL SPORT</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2008/02/deon-burton-sheffield-wednesday-fc-gives-testimonial-for-the-deep-oscillation-personal-sport-40826.htm</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2008 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Deon Burton, Sheffield Wednesday F.C gives Testimonial for THE DEEP OSCILLATION PERSONAL SPORT, now available in the UK from PhysioPod UK Limited</description>
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<title>SIGVARIS Teams Up with LPGA's Brittany Lincicome, Entering the Golf Arena with Compression Socks!</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/04/sigvaris-teams-up-with-lpgas-brittany-lincicome-entering-the-golf-arena-with-compression-socks-145364.htm</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>SIGVARIS, the global leader in graduated compression, is very pleased to announce its partnership with the 2009 Kraft Nabisco Major Champion, Brittany Lincicome.</description>
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<title>SIGVARIS Enters into Partnership with the Atlanta Falcons, Supplying the Local NFL Team with Athletic Recovery Socks!</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/06/sigvaris-enters-into-partnership-with-the-atlanta-falcons-supplying-the-local-nfl-team-with-athletic-recovery-socks-155127.htm</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>SIGVARIS is very pleased to announce that it will be providing Athletic Recovery Socks to the Atlanta Falcons for the 2010 football season.</description>
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<title>Your Best 2010 New Year Fitness Resolution - Refund the Wii Fit</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/01/your-best-2010-new-year-fitness-resolution-refund-the-wii-fit-130945.htm</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 01 Jan 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Gamercize is offering free virtual gym membership and mail-in rebates of up to $150/70GBP with its range of active gaming products in exchange for unwanted Wii Fit discs. Gamercize makes New Years fitness and weight loss resolutions more achievable.</description>
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<title>Cell Science Systems - The ALCAT Laboratory - Becomes First to Test for Compatibility of Functional Foods and Medicinal Herbs</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/02/cell-science-systems-the-alcat-laboratory-becomes-first-to-test-for-compatibility-of-functional-foods-and-medicinal-herbs-137254.htm</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>New offerings reflect a change in diet and attitude toward wellness</description>
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<title>Milk: Does It Do A Body Good?</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/07/milk-does-it-do-a-body-good-108017.htm</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>New study suggests milk good for weight loss. Others disagree.</description>
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<title>SIGVARIS Enters Into Partnership with the Indianapolis Colts, Supplying the NFL-Team with Athletic Recovery Socks!</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/01/sigvaris-enters-into-partnership-with-the-indianapolis-colts-supplying-the-nflteam-with-athletic-recovery-socks-132964.htm</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>SIGVARIS is very pleased to announce that it will be providing Athletic Compression Socks to the Indianapolis Colts for the 2010-11and 2011-12 football seasons.</description>
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<title>Cell Science Systems Recruits Seasoned Executive To Head New Lifestyle Medicine and Nutritional Solution For Health Care Professionals</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/03/cell-science-systems-recruits-seasoned-executive-to-head-new-lifestyle-medicine-nutritional-solution-for-health-care-professionals-141477.htm</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>New venture to revolutionize healthy living and disease prevention</description>
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<title>Not All Calories Are Created Equally</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/03/not-all-calories-are-created-equally-143743.htm</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 29 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Researchers at Princeton University find that calories from high fructose corn syrup are more likely to cause weight gain than regular table sugar</description>
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<title>SIGVARIS Announces the Introduction of Second Sports Compression Sock in the Active Therapy Series -the Black Athletic Recovery Sock!</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/04/sigvaris-announces-the-introduction-of-second-sports-compression-sock-in-the-active-therapy-series-the-black-athletic-recovery-sock-144807.htm</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>SIGVARIS is very pleased to bring to market its second product in the popular Athletic Recovery Sock series. SIGVARIS now offers both a white and a black Athletic Recovery Sock for both men and women.</description>
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<title>Children Tell Researchers: We'll Get Fit if it's Fun</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2008/12/children-tell-researchers-well-get-fit-if-its-fun-77231.htm</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Children will take the recommended amount of exercise they need each day if it is combined with video games, new academic research has revealed.</description>
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<title>Dieters Dealt A Body Blow From Recent Labeling Of Hydroxycut As Unsafe For Human Consumption</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/05/dieters-dealt-a-body-blow-from-recent-labeling-of-hydroxycut-as-unsafe-for-human-consumption-99175.htm</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Food Intolerance Testing: Natural Alternative to Hydroxycut?</description>
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<title>Knocking the Wind Out of Asthmatics: Help from Hippocrates</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/06/knocking-the-wind-out-of-asthmatics-help-from-hippocrates-105054.htm</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Asthma and allergy sufferers have an alternative to Singulair and Zicam - The ALCAT Test</description>
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<title>Battling Inflammation Through Food An Emerging Field</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/08/battling-inflammation-through-food-an-emerging-field-113622.htm</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>New science sheds light on the impact of anti-inflammatory diets and preventing chronic illness.</description>
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<title>Steroids.com Launches Anti-Steroid, Educational Site</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/02/steroidscom-launches-antisteroid-educational-site-138884.htm</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>With new ownership and focus, Steroids.com re-launches dedicated to keeping teenagers and young adults off Anabolic Steroids.</description>
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<title>Paralyzed Artist Launches WillWalk Foundation to Cure Paralysis with Breakthrough Stem Cell Research</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/09/paralyzed-artist-launches-willwalk-foundation-to-cure-paralysis-with-breakthrough-stem-cell-research-116211.htm</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>WillWalk Foundation to Raise $3 million for Stem Cell Research for Groundbreaking Trials.</description>
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<title>Small Medical And Dental Practices Increasingly Measuring Patient Satisfaction</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/01/small-medical-and-dental-practices-increasingly-measuring-patient-satisfaction-132829.htm</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Ready-to-use survey tool enables health professionals to proactively listen to patients and measure satisfaction.</description>
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<title>Doctors Invite Patients To Take Online Surveys Hoping To Avoid Public Web Reviews</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/02/doctors-invite-patients-to-take-online-surveys-hoping-to-avoid-public-web-reviews-135240.htm</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Inviting patients to take satisfaction surveys may reduce the chance of having them post public comments on random websites.</description>
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<title>DePuy ASR Hip Recall Not Required by FDA in Spite of Documented High Revision Rates and Metal Ion Release in Patients; Depuy ASR Hip Lawyers Offer Free Claim Evaluations for Patients Nationwide</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/03/depuy-asr-hip-recall-not-required-by-fda-in-spite-of-documented-high-revision-rates-and-metal-ion-release-in-patients-depuy-asr-hip-lawyers-offer-free-claim-evaluations-for-patients-nationwide-141327.htm</link>
<pubDate>Sat, 13 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Depuy ASR Hip Replacement Patients Should Review The Latest Information To See If They Are Affected And To Determine If They Qualify To File Claims For Compensation And Medical Monitoring</description>
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<title>Chiropractor Springfield, VA - Dr. Todd P. Sullivan Announces The Addition of Spinal Decompression Therapy</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/03/chiropractor-springfield-va-dr-todd-p-sullivan-announces-the-addition-of-spinal-decompression-therapy-141570.htm</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>New Therapy Offers Hope for Herniated Disc Sufferers</description>
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<title>ALCAT President Roger Deutsch to Speak at the European Congress on Preventative, Regenerative and Anti-Aging Medicine</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/03/alcat-president-roger-deutsch-to-speak-at-the-european-congress-on-preventative-regenerative-and-antiaging-medicine-142432.htm</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Speech to focuses on food intolerance, inflammation and the aging process</description>
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<title>Chiropractor In Springfield, VA - Achieves Certification In Spinal Decompression Therapy</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/03/chiropractor-in-springfield-va-achieves-certification-in-spinal-decompression-therapy-142804.htm</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Certification Course Taught by the Foremost Expert in Decompression</description>
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<title>Z-CoiL Footwear Franchise Helps Improve People's Lives</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/04/zcoil-footwear-franchise-helps-improve-peoples-lives-145018.htm</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 06 Apr 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Z-CoiL Footwear's market is vast and untapped, considering the number of people with foot, leg or back pain. Franchisees will get in on the ground-floor of an industry still in its infancy with a product offering the potential for remarkable growth.</description>
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<title>Rhode Island Chiropractor Dr. Stephen M. Estner Named as CES Boxing Chiropractor</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/05/rhode-island-chiropractor-dr-stephen-m-estner-named-as-ces-boxing-chiropractor-150595.htm</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Dr. Stephen M. Estner, a practicing chiropractor for over 13 years, was chosen as the CES boxing chiropractor. Dr. Estner has a long-standing relationship with the CES and will be on hand to treat any sport-related injuries.</description>
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<title>Rhode Island Chiropractor Dr. Stephen M. Estner Welcomes Gaffney Physical Therapy, Which Joins His Pawtucket, RI Office</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/05/rhode-island-chiropractor-dr-stephen-m-estner-welcomes-gaffney-physical-therapy-which-joins-his-pawtucket-ri-office-153770.htm</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 30 May 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>On June 1, 2010, Gaffney Physical Therapy, and Dr. Alisa Webber-Gaffney and staff, will be partnering with Dr. Stephen M. Estner in his Pawtucket practice location at 7 George Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island.</description>
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<title>24 Hours for Haiti - Fundraiser and New World Record</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2010/07/24-hours-for-haiti-fundraiser-and-new-world-record-162859.htm</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Every once in a while an event comes along that will change lives. On September 11th and 12th, 2010, just such an event will be happening - it will change the lives of many, in a good and positive way - including your own.</description>
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<title>Types of Knee, Hip and Thigh Injuries Caused by Motor Vehicle Accidents</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2008/12/types-of-knee-hip-and-thigh-injuries-caused-by-motor-vehicle-accidents-79945.htm</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>If you have endured injury due to a motor vehicle accident, you will know first hand how much pain and suffering an accident can inflict on ones body, finances and life.</description>
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<title>Soft Tissue Injuries Caused by Motor Vehicle Accidents</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2008/12/soft-tissue-injuries-caused-by-motor-vehicle-accidents-79946.htm</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>If you think you may be suffering from a soft tissue injury after a motor vehicle accident, it is important to speak to a knowledgeable personal injury attorney in your area to discuss your situation, answer any questions you may have and to learn about your legal options.</description>
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<title>Types of Shoulder, Spinal Cord and Back Injuries Caused by Motor Vehicle Accidents</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2008/12/types-of-shoulder-spinal-cord-and-back-injuries-caused-by-motor-vehicle-accidents-79952.htm</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Every year, over 2 million people are injured in automobile accidents. Some of the most common and often overlooked injuries are to the spinal cord, back and shoulder.</description>
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<title>Common Types of Brain Injuries</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/03/common-types-of-brain-injuries-92923.htm</link>
<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>The severity of a brain injury can vary from minor injury to death. If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury through the negligence of another individual or entity, a discussion with an attorney can give you a better idea of your rights to compensation for your injuries.</description>
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<title>Common Hospital Errors</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/03/common-hospital-errors-92925.htm</link>
<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Between 44,000 and 98,000 deaths occur annually due to medical error. If you believe that you or a loved one has been the victim of a hospital error, a personal injury attorney can help you understand your rights.</description>
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<title>Choice of Doctor</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/04/choice-of-doctor-94940.htm</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>In Colorado, employers have the right to select the treating physician (referred to as the "authorized treating physician") for an employee who is injured at work. However, an employee may be able to change doctors.</description>
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<title>Medical Malpractice: Misdiagnosis</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/04/medical-malpractice-misdiagnosis-95104.htm</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Misdiagnosis is one of the primary reasons why medical malpractice cases are filed. While doctors play the ultimate role in determining the diagnosis of a patient's illness or injury, you can prevent or lessen the chance of misdiagnosis by following some simple rules.</description>
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<title>Undiagnosed and Misdiagnosed Closed-Head Injuries</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/04/undiagnosed-and-misdiagnosed-closedhead-injuries-95384.htm</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>Approximately 1.4 million Americans seek medical treatment for traumatic brain injuries each year. Symptoms are often subtle and may not appear for days or weeks after the initial injury.</description>
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<title>Quality of Care in Emergency Rooms is on the Decline</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/04/quality-of-care-in-emergency-rooms-is-on-the-decline-95392.htm</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>In 2006, 119.2 million patients visited the ER, approximately 24% more than in 1995. In many instances, the ER is the only option for people who do not have health insurance.</description>
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<title>The Value of a Second Medical Opinion</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/04/the-value-of-a-second-medical-opinion-95874.htm</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>If patients have any doubt whatsoever about the status of their health, the explanation given by their doctor for their symptoms, or the care they receive, they should not wait to get a second medical opinion. It literally can save their lives.</description>
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<title>New Jersey Hospitals May Be Required to Disclose Medical Errors</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/04/new-jersey-hospitals-may-be-required-to-disclose-medical-errors-95875.htm</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>In early March 2009, a New Jersey Senate committee discussed a new bill that would require the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) to make public information about hospital medical errors.</description>
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<title>Traumatic Brain Injury Cases</title>
<link>http://www.sportsmednewsarticles.com/medical_sports_medicine_articles/2009/04/traumatic-brain-injury-cases-96103.htm</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>According to the Centers for Disease Control, 1.4 million people suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBI) annually.</description>
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