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Video Series Targets Exercises Designed To Help Maintain Lifelong Joint and Bone Health
According to a recent press release, Arizona Orthopaedic Associates (AOA) at Gateway has produced a video series geared toward assisting adults in maintaining bone and joint health throughout life.
2/3/2012

Protein May Provide Treatment Implications in Regenerative Therapy For Stroke, TBI, and Dementia
A protein generated by blood vessels in the brain may have treatment implications in brain repair following injury or disease, researchers at the Medical Research Council (MRC) report.
2/3/2012

New Drug May Help Reduce Risk Of Bleeding Stroke in AF Patients
A new anti-clotting drug may help protect patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) against clot-related strokes and minimize the risk of causing a bleeding stroke.
2/2/2012

UNICEF: Meeting the Needs of Children and Adults with Disabilities, Before and After Crisis is Key
During an international conference, UNICEF recently emphasized the importance of ensuring the needs of children with disabilities and their families are met and not overlooked in the midst of conflict and crisis.
2/2/2012

NRRTS Power Assist Wheels Webinar Details Clinical Indicators and Documentation For Funding
Clinical indicators and documentation for funding power assist wheels are the subjects for an upcoming National Registry of Rehabilitation Technology Suppliers (NRRTS) webinar, slated for March 22 at 5 pm EST.
2/1/2012

Kessler Disability Employment Leaders Meet with ODEP Assistant Secretary Kathleen Martinez
The Kessler Foundation recently hosted Kathleen Martinez, assistant secretary of labor for the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) during presentations from employment initiatives supported by the Foundation.
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