ProPhase Labs, Inc. Quarterly report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

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Commitments and Contingencies (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2015
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
2015	$ 869
2016	1,125
2017	1,025
2018	0
2019	0
Total	3,019
Employment Contracts [Member]
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
2015	769
2016	1,025
2017	1,025
2018	0
2019	0
Total	2,819
Godfrey Settlement Agreement [Member]
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
2015	100
2016	100
2017	0
2018	0
2019	0
Total	$ 200

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