Sound Medicine: February 23, 2014

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Published February 23, 2014 at 12:00 AM EST

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The "Sound Medicine" program for February 23

Why a medical malpractice attorney might not take your case
The surprise costs for preventive health care services
Did You Know: pain and sleep
Why patients are leaving the hospital against medical advice
Checkup: Contaminated lab coats
Treating colic with probiotics
Kidney transplants for pets

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