Allsup Outlines Concerns For Those Coping with COPD and Seeking Disability Benefits

Belleville, Ill. (Vocus) October 14, 2010

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of death, illness and disability in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Early detection of COPD may alter its course and

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ISAA Declares “Obesity Is NOT A Disease!” Despite U.S. Gov’t Statement!

AUSTIN, TX (PRWEB) July 19, 2004

For years, the International Size Acceptance Association (ISAA) has maintained the claim that obesity is not a disease. Now, many in the medical and obesity-related industries have succeeded in lobbying the U.S. government to have obesity declared a disease in order for

insurance to more readily and easily cover costly obesity “treatments.”

In response, ISAA is warning against the dangers of bias against obesity and seemingly quick-fix weight

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Excitement of FIFA World Cup Prompts Call to STOP Sports Injuries

Rosemont, IL (Vocus) June 12, 2010

The 2010 FIFA World Cup begins today in South Africa, where teams from 32 countries will compete for the title at the world’s most popular sporting event. The World Cup is a powerful reminder that its world-class athletes would not be playing today if an overuse or traumatic injury had put the brakes on their careers. The STOP Sports Injuries Campaign reminds all soccer players to protect themselves from

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