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Court of Appeal orders retrial for Donna Vasyli
July 25, 2017
Court of Appeal orders retrial for Donna Vasyli
The Court of Appeal today ordered a retrial for Donna Vasyli, who was convicted in October 2015 of the murder of her husband, renowned Australian podiatrist Philip Vasyli.
He was murdered at their home in the exclusive Old Fort Bay gated community.
Court President Dame Anita Allen and Justices of Appeal Jon Isaacs and Maureen Crane-Scott QC heard Vasyli's appeal.
During the appeal, Vasyli's lawyer...
Ankle sprains are one of the most frequent musculoskeletal injury seen by primary care physicians
July 18, 2017
Ankle sprains are one of the most frequent musculoskeletal injury seen by primary care physicians
Ankle sprains are one of the most frequent musculoskeletal injury seen by primary care physicians. It is estimated that each day more than 25,000 people in the United States require medical care for ankle sprains. The ankle joint is made up of three bones -- tibia, fibula and talus, held together by many ligaments that provide stability by limiting side-to-side movement.
Ankle sprains are common s...
Bunions in children
July 04, 2017
Bunions in children
Although bunions are much more common in adults, podiatrists regularly treat young children and teenagers who have bunions. A bunion deformity in a child is known as a juvenile bunion. Bunions in children are not normal and should be treated as early as possible. The treatment goal is to prevent the bunions from getting larger and to relieve any pain.
Bunions result in the big toe drifting towards...
Eczema of the foot
June 27, 2017
Eczema of the foot
Eczema is a general term that includes many conditions that cause inflammation of the skin. It is more common in children and infants, where about 10 to 20 percent have some form of eczema. The symptoms of eczema vary, but they generally appear as dry, red and extremely itchy patches of skin. Small blisters may also form. Eczema can occur on any part of the body, including the foot. It can occur i...
Lawnmower accidents cause thousands of foot injuries
June 20, 2017
Lawnmower accidents cause thousands of foot injuries
It's the summer and most persons enjoy being relaxed and spending time outside in nature, and having a well-manicured lawn and yard is beautiful and more enjoyable. To get this look, the lawn is mowed, either by a professional but more often by the homeowners themselves, but many don't realize the caution that must be taken when mowing the lawn due to operating rotary-blade lawn mowers. The blad...
Vacation-ready feet
June 13, 2017
Vacation-ready feet
The long-awaited summer vacation is finally here! But nothing ruins a perfect summer vacation faster than a painful foot. Summer is when we spend lots of time outdoors and barefoot. This increases the risk of injury and pain to the feet. From the airport to your hotel room, or from the beach to your backyard, there are many opportunities for injury to your feet, including puncture wounds, sunburn,...
Broken toes are common foot injuries
June 06, 2017
Broken toes are common foot injuries
A broken toe is a common foot injury, yet it is one of the most neglected injuries in the entire body.
Causes: Broken toes usually result from trauma or injury to the foot or toe. Injuries such as stubbing a toe or dropping a heavy object on a toe may cause a fractured or broken toe. Sometimes fractures can happen when a toe is bent too far up or down, or if the foot and toes are twisted. A stres...
Cellulitis of the leg/foot
May 30, 2017
Cellulitis of the leg/foot
Cellulitis pronounced (sel-u-LIE-tis) is a common skin infection caused by a bacteria (germ). Cellulitis may first appear as a red, swollen area that feels hot and tender when touched. The redness and swelling often spreads rapidly and cellulitis is usually painful.
In most cases, the skin on the lower legs is affected, although the infection can occur anywhere on your body or face. Cellulitis is ...
Falls and footwear
May 16, 2017
Falls and footwear
Every year in the United Kingdom, one in three people over 65 will fall. This rises to almost half with people aged 80 and above. Falls are the single, biggest reason for admission to the hospital and presentations to the emergency department in people aged 65 years and over. Falls account for over four million days spent in the hospital a year in England alone.
Ninety-five percent of hip fracture...
Appeal filed in Vasyli murder case
November 16, 2015
Appeal filed in Vasyli murder case
The high-profile murder case of Australian Donna Vasyli may soon be headed to the country?s highest court.
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