The American Journal of Medicine
Volume 121, Issue 10, Supplement 1 , Pages S1-S2 , October 2008

Introduction

  • Thomas A. Pearson, MD, MPH, PhD

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    • Corresponding Author InformationRequests for reprints should be addressed to Thomas A. Pearson, MD, MPH, PhD, Department of Community and Preventive Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 644, Rochester, New York 14642

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doi: 10.1016/j.amjmed.2008.06.009

The American Journal of Medicine
Volume 121, Issue 10, Supplement 1 , Pages S1-S2 , October 2008

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