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  Neurologists Should Ask Patients About Abuse: New Position Statement from American Academy of Neurology

  January 25, 2012 — A new position statement issued by the American Academy of Neurology calls on neurologists to begin screening their patients for abusive or violent treatment by family, caretakers or others. Types of ... > full story
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  High Rates and Impact of Traumatic Brain Injury in Iraq/Afghanistan Veterans

  January 18, 2012 — As the last U.S. troops return home from Iraq, new research lends timely insights into the rates and impact of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) among military personnel serving in Iraq/Afghanistan, ... > full story
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  Headphones Linked to Pedestrian Deaths, Injuries

  January 16, 2012 — Serious injuries to pedestrians listening to headphones have more than tripled in six years, according to new research. In many cases, the cars or trains are sounding horns that the pedestrians ... > full story
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  Fewer Children Require Hospitalization Following Drowning-Related Incidents

  January 16, 2012 — Fewer children required hospitalization following a drowning incident over the last two decades, according to a new study. According to the study, pediatric hospitalizations from drowning-related ... > full story
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  Surprising Results from Smoke Inhalation Study

  January 13, 2012 — A new study includes some unexpected findings about the immune systems of smoke-inhalation ... > full story
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  Could Heading in Soccer Lead to Brain Injury? No Clear Link to Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, So Far

  January 9, 2012 — Could heading the ball in soccer lead to degenerative brain disease, like that seen in athletes in other ... > full story
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  Gunshot, Stabbing Victims Are Recovering Without Exploratory Surgery

  January 6, 2012 — Although more patients with abdominal gunshot and stab wounds can successfully forego emergency “exploratory” surgery and its potential complications, new research suggests that choosing ... > full story
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  What Makes Solo Terrorists Tick?

  December 15, 2011 — The double terrorist attack in Norway last July, which claimed 77 lives, has moved violent acts committed by single individuals up the political, media and now research agendas. Known as "lone wolf ... > full story
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  Pharmacists Crucial in Plan for Terrorist Chemical Weapons

  December 9, 2011 — Terrorist attacks with chemical weapons are a real possibility, according to a new study. Thanks to their extensive knowledge of toxic agents, and how to treat those who have been exposed, ... > full story
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  Catching Terrorists: Backpacks, Not the Bombs Inside, Key to Finding DNA

  December 8, 2011 — Catching terrorists who detonate bombs may be easier by testing the containers that hide the bombs rather than the actual explosives, according to pioneering ... > full story

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