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American Medical Association adopts youth sports concussion policy
The American Medical Association, responding to rising concern about concussions in youth sports like soccer and football, on Tuesday adopted…
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Common cleaning products can trigger asthma symptoms
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J&J seeks bioethics advice on compassionate use of drugs
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