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The appearance of 11 graduates from a Saudi rehabilitation program on a most wanted terrorist list has called into question a proposed solution to the detainee problem.

A unique daytime drop-in center in Denver, Colorado helps women and their children in distress acquire the strength and confidence needed to succeed in the world.

An anterior cruciate ligament tear is a common sports injury that generally requires reconstructive knee surgery. A proper ACL injury rehabilitation program is vital.

Is A.A. a fellowship of members who share experience strength and hope in order to solve their common problem and help others recover from alcoholism? Some say it's not.

As drug use continues to rise among the nation's youth, community events help educate both parents and teens about the perils of substance abuse.

Epilepsy affects 50 million people worldwide, of which 85% live in developing countries. Seventy percent of these people would have normal lives with treatment.

Renaissance and Industrial Revolution urbanized the Europeans and quickened their advance, while the marginalized Jews lagged behind and became objects of discrimination.

Nearly all one-horned rhinos in Manas National Park lost to poaching. Rehabilitated animals from healthy population being moved in hopes of restoring species to the area.

Wolong Giant Panda Breeding Centre released captive bred bear a year ago. Death of the panda disappointing for program, but lessons learned will aid in future releases.

Gibbons were poached to extinction in Phuket over 25 years ago; a program is operational to rehabilitate gibbons previously held in captivity.

Certified athletic trainers (ATCs) are increasingly moving from high school and college athletic settings into physician offices as physician extenders.

Affordable alcohol rehab usually offers personal diagnosis and consultation, in- and outpatient treatment, detoxing, alcohol intervention and group/behavioral therapy.

Honda's innovative walking assist device literally "takes the load off" to make repetitive tasks easier and makes walking easier for the physically disabled.

After injuries, many major league baseball players will continue their recovery by working out with minor league teams.

The Georgia Aquarium has sent a 2-year-old loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) back to the island where she was originally found as a hatchling for release to wild

An understanding of the causes of sports injuries and the principles of sports injury rehabilitation is imperative for any dedicated athlete.

Wrestler Eddie Fatu who recently wrestled in the WWE under the ring name 'Umaga' has passed away after a suspected heart attack.

The Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, located in Angel Canyon, welcomes animals in need of healing and homes as well as employees and volunteers with a desire to help.

Enlarged texts are a vital component of reading for the visually impaired, making words and images accessible while keeping them on the same page in the classroom.

No longer just for athletes, respiratory resistance training also benefits individuals with cardiac conditions by reducing symptoms and improving exercise tolerance.

California condors are tremendous, majestic vultures that may be seen soaring the drafts in Grand Canyon National Park, where they once thrived.

Due to the demands in dance for extreme flexibility of the hip joint, snapping hip syndrome is a common problem that may or may not be accompanied with pain.

Exploring a world without sight guided by a blind person is an enlightening journey towards empathy and appreciation. A new exhibit opens in Kansas City, Nov.14, 2008.

Drug and alcohol use in the workplace costs employers. Implementing a drug screening program for employees can reduce both risk and cost to the employer.

Female Hoolock's release may indicate a method of establishing new populations in areas of Asia where this critically endangered primate has disappeared.

A new diagnosis of heart disease can make patients feel depressed and helpless. But there is much that people can do immediately to take back control of their health.

Colorado's amazing women include some well-known names like The Unsinkable Molly Brown, but many more women worked successfully behind the scenes.

Information on historic women in Florida isn't as readily available as it can be for other states, but it can be found for those who wish to seek it.

Of the common sports injuries, knee ligament injuries are some of the most serious. But with help from a sports injury specialist, one can often make a full recovery.

Survivors of acquired brain injury can face a challenging road of recovery. For some, Marin Brain Injury Network's rehabilitation program becomes part of this journey.

How can people with serious mental illnesses get back into the workforce? A number of community-based programs make the transition much more possible than ever before.

How does spinal cord injury occur? What are the effects? Is there a cure? This article offers a basic overview of spinal cord injury, more commonly known as SCI.

Medial meniscus tears are common sports injuries often requiring arthroscopic knee surgery. Proper knee surgery rehabilitation will enable a faster return to activity.

Severe ankle sprains are a common sports injury that can sideline an athlete for several months. A good sports injury rehab program ensures a faster return to activity.

The Oscar-winning movie "Slumdog Millionaire" has led to an extraordinary surge in demand to sponsor children from India, says the charity ActionAid.

Heat can increase circulation to an injured area, increase the temperature of tissue, and assist in relaxation of tight and/or restricted tissue.

Questions as to what causes spinal discomfort, how should the connected muscles be stretched and what exercises alleviate the problem are answered.

The risk of stroke is lower in men who engage in regular moderate-intensity exercises than those who get no exercise or only light exercise.

Marijuana possession (under one ounce) will no longer be a crime in Massachusetts as soon as late December. This is due to a "yes" vote on Question 2 on November 4, 2008.

The pain from a hamstring strain can linger for months after an initial injury. Proper care includes immediate treatment followed by a progressive rehabilitation plan.

Strength training promotes weight loss, relieves arthritis symptoms and reduces the risk for osteoporosis, heart attacks, diabetes, injury, insomnia and depression.

Once a stroke has happened there are dietary factors, exercises, acupuncture, Qigong, Integrative Manual Therapy, Reiki, Yoga and more CAM options to consider.

There are various treatment options available for Achilles tendinopathy, and surgery is one of them.

Once the family has decided to make an intervention in a teenager's abuse, different programs include medical, mid-level behavioral, residential and correctional.

Learn health benefits for seniors who walk, find practical tips to develop a safe walking program, and get ideas to continue walking on a regular basis.