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  • Insuring pets can be a life or death decision Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:17PMTHE recession is hitting animal lovers hard, with nine out of ten refusing treatment for pets, as recommended by vets, because they cannot afford it, with almost six in ten
  • PHIL VICKERY'S CUT ABOVE Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:53PMPHIL VICKERY did not need to undergo a fourth spinal operation to be acknowledged as one of English rugby’s greatest ever warriors.
  • Concerns for Vic bush maternity services Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:20PMSMALL maternity services in bush hospitals may be put under threat by the mantra of ''efficiency at all costs'' in the federal government's health reform plan, says the head of a regional health service.
  • Work starts on new health centre Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:32AMBuilding work starts on a multi-million pound health centre in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire.
  • Obilale set for France return Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 9:57AMTogo goalkeeper Kodjovi Obilale will return to France next week as he continues to recover from gunshot wounds in Angola.
  • Gang leader jailed for knifing boy Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:18AMThe promising life of star athlete Jalen Drummond was shattered when a Toronto gang leader slashed his spinal cord in June 2007, court was told Friday.
  • £4 million private hospital in Carlisle empty for two years Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:26AMA purpose-built £4 million private hospital with an operating theatre has stood empty in Carlisle for two years because nobody wants it.
  • Govt shortchanges families with sick and disabled children Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:25AMJEREMY and Tracey Frost have spent more hours in the Royal Children's Hospital than they care to remember.
  • Use Olympic high to get more active Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 1:00AMNow that the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic Games have come to a close and our heartbeats have returned to normal after Sunday’s hockey game, it is time to capitalize on our newfound sense of national empowerment and get off those couches.
  • Gang attack shattered teen's life, court told Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:18PMThe promising life of star athlete Jalen Drummond was shattered when a Toronto gang leader slashed his spinal cord in June 2007, court was told Friday.
  • Information about your health Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:56AMWelcome to this great event today. It feels like convention of enthusiasts and converts to a growing social movement – the apprenticeships revolution.
  • Bobcat Ryan's big week Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 7:00AMThe Daily Telegraph today provides an exclusive and revealing look into the life of respected Canterbury skipper Andrew Ryan as he completes a hectic week.
  • Anderson denies any rift with Man Utd boss Ferguson Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:04AMAnderson denies any rift with Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson . The Brazil midfielder is out for the season after breaking down in the win over West Ham United last month. "I had no problem with Alex Ferguson, as many people said," Anderson argued to TVI . "I stopped playing for a few weeks because I needed a break to rest my head. "I felt the ligaments snap in the back of the knee," he ...
  • Around Town Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:02AMSend items in writing for this column to Around Town, PO Box 318, Dandenong 3175, or phone 92387777, fax 92387676, email journal@fairfaxmedia.com.au or submit your event here.
  • Call for teenage head injury unit Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:47AMThe mother of a 17-year-old injured in an attack wants a dedicated unit to treat teenagers with brain injuries in Wales.
  • Lucky to have a new heart in the nick of time Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:40PMDEC 15 was a day of quiet celebration for Mr Kalaiselvan Kalian. After all, that date could have been engraved on his tombstone. Three years ago to the day, at just 45 years of age, he was on the verge of dying of heart failure.
  • Back Pain Treatment Minus The Surgical Knife Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:32PMPETALING JAYA, March 5 (Bernama) -- "I don't want surgery to correct my back problem. What if the surgery is not successful and I am paralysed?
  • Mulvihill to raise physiotherapy fears Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:13PMTHE chair of the GAA’s Medical, Scientific and Welfare Committee is to raise the Association’s decision to limit physiotherapy reimbursement as part of its player injury scheme with GAA president Christy Cooney.
  • BACK PAIN TREATMENT MINUS THE SURGICAL KNIFE Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:12PMPETALING JAYA, March 5 (Bernama) -- âI donât want surgery to correct my back problem.
  • Cambodia's new laws on acid attacks Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 6:11PMCambodia's government is drafting new laws to punish those who carry out devastating acid attacks.
  • Marathon quest back on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:40PMA little over a week ago, Martin Parnell thought his quest to run 250 marathons in 2010 was done. Good thing for second opinions.[...]
  • Healing hands for the Leafs Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:30PMChristy Nichol, far left, and Corey Niminken, far right, works with Leafs hockey players including Jarret Burke, Billy Faust (sitting), Connor McGlaughlin and Taylor O'Neil who have been injured in the game and want to get back on the ice as quickly as possible.
  • Doctors welcome primary care takeover but questions remain Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 10:15AMDoctors have welcomed the federal government's proposal to take over funding of primary care - seen as the foundation of the health system - but are not convinced it will lead to better access to services for patients or take pressure off hospitals.
  • Allergan Celebrates 20 Years of Approved Use of Botulinum Toxin Type A (BOTOX(R)) in Canada Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:17AMBOTOX(R): A Canadian Highlight in the Treatment of a Broad Range of Medical Conditions
  • Girl unable to walk with flat feet on ground forced to seek treatment in US Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:05AMThe parents of a four-year-old girl whose medical condition meant she walked on tiptoes have criticised the NHS after they were forced to pay £28,000 for surgery in the US.
  • Allergan Celebrates 20 Years of Approved Use of Botulinum Toxin Type A (BOTOX(R)) in Canada Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:02AMMARKHAM, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - 03/03/10) - Attention all Health, Medical and Assignment Editors Editors Note: Six videos and seven fact sheets are available with this Press Release. Twenty years ago, the first approved use of BOTOX (botulinum toxin type A), a neurotoxin widely used to treat several life altering medical conditions, was granted in Canada. As part of the 20th anniversary ...
  • Thieves steal pensioner's wheelchair Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 7:38AMA DISABLED pensioner has been left housebound after callous thieves stole his wheelchair from outside a shop.
  • Physio gears up for London run Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 6:58AMTHE superintendant physiotherapist at Caithness General Hospital is in training for the London Marathon. Mike Flavell (47), from Reay, will tackle the 26.2 mile course on Sunday, April 25, to raise funds for the MS Society.
  • Allergan celebrates 20th anniversary of BOTOX in Canada Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 6:54AMTwenty years ago, the first approved use of BOTOX(R) (botulinum toxin type A), a neurotoxin widely used to treat several life altering medical conditions, was granted in Canada. As part of the 20th anniversary celebrations, healthcare professionals from coast to coast reflect upon the discovery, science and evolution of a therapy that has impacted the lives of millions of patients worldwide.
  • Ashghal hands over Cardiology Tower to HMC Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 9:27PMDOHA: The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has formally handed over the Cardiology Tower to Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC). The Medical Tower, located next to Rumailah Hospital, covers an area of 25,500 sq m.
  • Bosses told ill staff need help Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:48PMMore needs to be done by employers to help people with back and joint pain stay in work, experts say.
  • Carnegie Mellon's Sanna Gaspard named 'New Face of Engineering' Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 3:53PM( Carnegie Mellon University ) Carnegie Mellon University's Sanna Gaspard was chosen as the 2010 Engineer's Week "New Face of Engineering" in February for her innovative research into a pediatric device to improve the overall heath and survival rate of newborn babies.
  • Searle earns Aussie call-up Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 3:40PMAT just 16 years of age, Daniel Searle had to come to terms with the fact he was going blind and there was nothing anyone could do about it. Searle — who has just been picked to tour the We
  • Heart hospital set for opening Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 3:28PMThe Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has handed over the Qatar Heart Centre (medical tower) project to Hamad Medical Corporation, a spokesperson said.
  • Cynon Valley hospital topped out Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 8:42AMHealth Minister Edwina Hart was today marking a major milestone in the building work of the 128-bed Cynon Valley neighbourhood hospital.
  • Pain 'should be seen as disease' Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 8:04AMChronic pain needs to be recognised as a disease in its own right - as it would help focus attention on the issue, experts say.
  • Pain 'should be seen as disease' Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:58AMChronic pain needs to be recognised as a disease in its own right, experts say.
  • Fundraiser to tackle Mount Sinai for cancer care cash Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 6:52AMINTREPID grandmother Sandra Holt has enlisted the help of a former midwife to embark on the charity challenge of a lifetime.
  • Cambodia gets tough on acid attackers Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 6:42AMCambodia's government is drafting new laws to punish those who carry out devastating acid attacks.
  • How to prevent lymphoedema after breast cancer surgery Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 3:53AMLymphoedema is the most common chronic complication after breast cancer surgery or radiotherapy. It is a painful swelling of the arm caused by damage to the lymphatic system during treatment.
  • It's over: Ashley Cole resigned to divorce as he's pictured for the first time without his wedding ring Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:13PMThe 29-year-old Chelsea player was spotted without his diamond-encrusted band for the first time since Cheryl walked out on him last week following a string of alleged affairs.
  • Single sex a-warded to hospital patients Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 1:13AMPatients are now benefiting from new ourpose-built gym and rehab ubit (26/02/2010 11:25:37)
  • Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong departs for Kedah Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 12:58AMSEPANG: Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah has departed for Kedah on Saturday after having completed the duties of the King. Tunku Abdul Halim, who is also Sultan of Kedah, ...
  • BILL HASTINGS' INSIDE INDIANA: Dana, Valeski's, Stella, fish fries, etc. Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 12:36AMTo whom it may concern - POSITIVELY THINKING - County Chamber of Commerce President Dana Henry says the closing of Physiotherapy Associates in the Downtown Atrium is discouraging to the Indiana area and the regional economy, but he also believes the Atrium's central location and ``move-in-ready'' status are positive factors in finding other tenants to replace 100 substantial jobs.
  • Kedah Sultan completes duties as acting Yang Di-Pertuan Agong Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 11:34PMSEPANG, Sat -- Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah left for Kedah today after completing his duties as the Acting Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
  • 13. Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong departs for Kedah Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 11:04PMDeputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah has departed for Kedah on Saturday after having completed the duties of the King.
  • Agong returns after undergoing physiotherapy in Germany Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 10:20PMPETALING JAYA : Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin returned home yesterday night after undergoing advanced physiotherapy in Bad Wiessee, Germany since January 26.
  • Saturday February 27 2010 Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 9:25PMPETALING JAYA, Feb 26 — Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin returned home tonight after undergoing advanced physiotherapy in Bad Wiessee, Germany since Jan 26.
  • King returns after treatment in Germany Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 8:23PMPETALING JAYA: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin has returned home after undergoing advanced physiotherapy in Bad Wiessee, Germany, since Jan 26. The King, who arrived at the Royal Mala...
  • Boy recovering quickly from ATV crash Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 8:18PMTARA HAGAN The Observer Aaron Rops' road to recovery is speeding along beyond expectations. "Everyone says I'm doing excellent," said the 11-year-old, who was involved in a severe ATV accident in the fall.[...]