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    May 23, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  1. Good morning, Baltimore: Need to know for Wednesday

    <b>WEATHER</b>
    WEATHER Today's forecast calls for cloudy skies, patchy fog in the morning and a chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a high temperature near 80 degrees. Wednesday night is expected to be mostly cloudy, with a low temperature around 66 degrees....

    Tags: Crime, Law and Justice, Reisterstown Road, Martin O'Malley, Sex Crimes, Health

    2. May 22, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  2. Injury prevention laws save lives, report shows

    Tens of thousands of lives have been saved over the years because Americans more routinely wear seat belts and don't drive drunk.
    Tens of thousands of lives have been saved over the years because Americans more routinely wear seat belts and don't drive drunk. But there are other public health threats from those who text while driving or overdose on prescription drugs. That's why a...

    Tags: Science and Technology, Crime, Law and Justice, Politics, University of Virginia, Criminals

    3. May 22, 2012 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  3. Florida injury rate ranks No. 18 in nation, with 12,000 deaths per year

    Every year, more than 12,000 Floridians could dodge an untimely death if only they or those around them were more careful. That's according to a national injury report, released Tuesday, which ranked Florida at No. 18 in the nation for fatal injuries.
    Every year, more than 12,000 Floridians could dodge an untimely death if only they or those around them were more careful. That's according to a national injury report, released Tuesday, which ranked Florida at No. 18 in the nation for fatal injuries....

    Tags: Crime, Law and Justice, Prescription Drugs, Hospitals and Clinics, Injuries and Wounds, American Academy of Pediatrics

    4. May 7, 2012 |Story| Herald Mail

  4. Doctor, runner gives tips on how to train for a marathon

    For the casual runner, there's no bigger aspiration than participating in a marathon.
    marieg@herald-mail.com
    For the casual runner, there's no bigger aspiration than participating in a marathon. Forget the aches and pains, the blisters, the sprained ankles and scraped knees. Each battle scar would be worth it, just to say you competed in a long-distance race....

    Tags: Physical Fitness and Exercise, Hospitals and Clinics, Sprained Ankle, Road Running, Injuries and Wounds

    5. Apr 26, 2012 | Orlando Sentinel

  5. Bob Dylan to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

    Soundboard Music Blog - Orlando Sentinel
    What does American musical icon Bob Dylan have in common with former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright and ex-astronaut John Glenn? All are on the list of 13 recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. It's the nation's highest civilian honor,...
    6. Apr 16, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  6. Sex, drug use linked with playing the 'choking game,' study says

    They call it the &ldquo;choking game,&rdquo; but it&rsquo;s deadly serious. Experts estimate that 5% to 11% of teens have tried it, and a new study published Monday in the journal Pediatrics reports that kids who see this as a way of getting high are also likely to engage in other types of risky behavior, such as drug abuse and sex.
    They call it the “choking game,” but it’s deadly serious. Experts estimate that 5% to 11% of teens have tried it, and a new study published Monday in the journal Pediatrics reports that kids who see this as a way of getting high are also...

    Tags: Science and Technology, Mental Health, Choking, Health Organizations, Health

    7. Apr 27, 2012 | Allentown Morning Call

  7. Children's ER to extend its hours in July

    Health
    The Lehigh Valley Health Network announced today the new hours of operation for its Children's ER, which are scheduled to begin in July....
    8. Apr 9, 2012 |Story| South Florida Sun-Sentinel

  8. Protecting kids from furniture and TV tip-overs

    It doesn&rsquo;t take long for a curious toddler to climb onto a dresser drawer or a bookcase -- sometimes with tragic consequences.
    www.southfloridaparenting.com
    It doesn’t take long for a curious toddler to climb onto a dresser drawer or a bookcase -- sometimes with tragic consequences. Forty children are taken to the emergency room daily in the U.S. with injuries due to a heavy piece of furniture...

    Tags: Consumers, Injuries and Wounds, American Academy of Pediatrics, Health

    9. Apr 24, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  9. A troubling trend in teens drinking hand sanitizer

    Six teenagers have shown up in two San Fernando Valley emergency rooms in the last few months with alcohol poisoning after drinking hand sanitizer, worrying public health officials who say the cases could signal a dangerous trend.
    Six teenagers have shown up in two San Fernando Valley emergency rooms in the last few months with alcohol poisoning after drinking hand sanitizer, worrying public health officials who say the cases could signal a dangerous trend. Some of the teenagers...

    Tags: Healthcare Provider, Coughing, Hospitals and Clinics, Injuries and Wounds, Ethanol

    10. May 1, 2012 | Allentown Morning Call

  10. Don't Even Think About Answering That Phone

    Health
    The statewide texting and driving ban has been in effect for slightly more than two months. During that time, I've almost been hit twice by drivers who were talking and driving. One time I was in the cross walk with my kid and two dogs, trying to get...
    11. Apr 23, 2012 | Los Angeles Times

  11. Doctors say teens go to hospitals after drinking hand sanitizer

    L.A. NOW
    Doctors are warning parents about a dangerous new trend after six teenagers drank hand sanitizer and ended up in Los Angeles-area emergency rooms with alcohol poisoning....
    12. Apr 24, 2012 |Story| KTLA-LTV

  12. Doctors: Teens Getting Drunk Off Hand Sanitizer

    LOS ANGELES (KTLA) -- Doctors are warning parents about a dangerous new trend after six teenagers drank hand sanitizer and ended up in Southern California emergency rooms with alcohol poisoning.
    KTLA News
    LOS ANGELES (KTLA) -- Doctors are warning parents about a dangerous new trend after six teenagers drank hand sanitizer and ended up in Southern California emergency rooms with alcohol poisoning. Dr. Billy Mallon works in the emergency room at Los Angeles...

    Tags: Coughing, Healthcare Provider, Hospitals and Clinics, Injuries and Wounds, Health

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