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12/09/2012
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Physio’s Report Post-Olympic Injury Rise
Physiotherapists are reporting an increase in sports injuries among members of the public trying to emulate their London 2012 heroes.
Private health group BMI Healthcare said it had seen a 20% spike over the Olympic and Paralympic summer.
The most common injuries were soft tissue injuries, neck pain, lower back pain and cartilage injuries, it said.
Carmarthenshire-based physio Dean Locking said those inspired to exercise more should consult their GP first.
Archaeologists May Have Found Richard III Remains
Archaeologists searching for the grave of Richard III have said human remains found in Leicester show similarities to the king's portrayal in records.
The English king died at the battle of Bosworth in 1485.
Archaeologists began a dig searching for his last resting place on 25 August under a car park in Leicester.
The remains found show signs of spinal abnormalities and a "cleaved-in skull" that suggest it could be Richard III.
The bones, believed to be well preserved, are undergoing DNA analysis.
Autumn Could Bring ‘Fireworks’ Of Colour
The wet summer and recent warm, sunny weather means the UK could be in for an "incredible" display of autumn colours this year, experts say.
The arrival of cold nights has prompted the first leaves to start to turn, according to the Royal Horticultural Society, and this year's conditions could deliver the perfect autumn.
Wet weather earlier in the summer prompted trees to produce a large volume of leaves which they have retained, rather than starting to shed them early, as they would do in a dry year.
And the recent warm sunny days have increased sugar levels in the trees, which will boost autumn colours.
So as chlorophyll, which gives leaves their green colour begins to break down, exposing yellow, orange and red pigments, it could provide a "firework display from trees" this year, according to RHS Wisley curator Colin Crosbie.
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Physiotherapists are reporting an increase in sports injuries among members of the public trying to emulate their London 2012 heroes.
Private health group BMI Healthcare said it had seen a 20% spike over the Olympic and Paralympic summer.
The most common injuries were soft tissue injuries, neck pain, lower back pain and cartilage injuries, it said.
Carmarthenshire-based physio Dean Locking said those inspired to exercise more should consult their GP first.
Archaeologists May Have Found Richard III Remains
Archaeologists searching for the grave of Richard III have said human remains found in Leicester show similarities to the king's portrayal in records.
The English king died at the battle of Bosworth in 1485.
Archaeologists began a dig searching for his last resting place on 25 August under a car park in Leicester.
The remains found show signs of spinal abnormalities and a "cleaved-in skull" that suggest it could be Richard III.
The bones, believed to be well preserved, are undergoing DNA analysis.
Autumn Could Bring ‘Fireworks’ Of Colour
The wet summer and recent warm, sunny weather means the UK could be in for an "incredible" display of autumn colours this year, experts say.
The arrival of cold nights has prompted the first leaves to start to turn, according to the Royal Horticultural Society, and this year's conditions could deliver the perfect autumn.
Wet weather earlier in the summer prompted trees to produce a large volume of leaves which they have retained, rather than starting to shed them early, as they would do in a dry year.
And the recent warm sunny days have increased sugar levels in the trees, which will boost autumn colours.
So as chlorophyll, which gives leaves their green colour begins to break down, exposing yellow, orange and red pigments, it could provide a "firework display from trees" this year, according to RHS Wisley curator Colin Crosbie.
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Head injury in young children is not a cause of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), but early injury may be associated with a subsequent diagnosis of ADHD, concludes a study published on the leading medical website, bmj.com today.
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04 July 2012
Personal Injuries Claims Soar
Insurance analysts have revealed a sharp rise in the number of people making personal injury claims, following a road accident. A report from the Actuarial Profession reveals that despite an 11% fall in the number of road accidents in 2011, personal injury claims rose by 18%, potentially costing the insurance industry an extra £400m a year.
Personal Injuries Claims Soar
Insurance analysts have revealed a sharp rise in the number of people making personal injury claims, following a road accident. A report from the Actuarial Profession reveals that despite an 11% fall in the number of road accidents in 2011, personal injury claims rose by 18%, potentially costing the insurance industry an extra £400m a year.
06 October 2006
BBC to show Hammond crash
The BBC is planning to show a special programme about the high-speed crash in which 'Top Gear' presenter Richard Hammond nearly died, according to reports.
BBC to show Hammond crash
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03 March 2005
Prisoner on the run following taxi escape
Police are searching for a convicted robber who escaped from a taxi in which he was being transported to hospital. Neil Brennan, 21, had been in the taxi with two prison guards, who were accompanying him to Hope Hospital in Salford, Greater Manchester to receive treatment for a hand injury yesterday.
Prisoner on the run following taxi escape
Police are searching for a convicted robber who escaped from a taxi in which he was being transported to hospital. Neil Brennan, 21, had been in the taxi with two prison guards, who were accompanying him to Hope Hospital in Salford, Greater Manchester to receive treatment for a hand injury yesterday.
04 September 2003
Beckham likely to shake off groin injury
England captain, David Beckham is likely to shake off a groin injury and declare himself fit for this Saturday's Euro 2004 qualifier in Macedonia.
Beckham likely to shake off groin injury
England captain, David Beckham is likely to shake off a groin injury and declare himself fit for this Saturday's Euro 2004 qualifier in Macedonia.
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