New hope for spinal injuries: Dennis Byrd shows there's new promise for trauma victims

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People suffering from spinal cord injuries caused by accidents now have hope for recovery as newmedical breakthroughs surface one by one. One shining example is New York Jet'sDennis Byrd who is now bound for full recovery when he was treated with anti-infalmmatory steroid called methylprednisolone. Other treatments include fetal cell implants and use of antibodies.

Care and treatment, Innovations, Medical research, Wounds and injuries, Wound care, Inflammation, Spinal cord

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Label us confused

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The new food labeling law scheduled to take effect on May 1, 1993, requires listing of nutrients in a understandable form with standardized serving sizes. Companies are prohibited from promoting a healthy feature of a food while ignoring an unhealthy one.

Laws, regulations and rules, Labeling, Labels, United States. Food and Drug Administration, Food labeling

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Strength in numbers

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Many doctors overuse lab testing in annual checkups to prevent malpractice suits or because they own the labs. Bodybuilders should be aware that their training can affect test results.

Health aspects, Usage, Bodybuilders, Medical examination, Periodic health examinations

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