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In addition to eye, skin and breathing problems, MMA exposure can cause headaches, coughing and lethargy, according to the EPA.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

In the months ahead he would describe intermittent coughing fits and panic attacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

The disease is highly contagious and spreads through coughing or close contact with someone who is sick.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Near the end of the first, Betts came back to the bench coughing and sputtering, seemingly unable to clear her throat.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

She started to say something else, but the effort launched her into a coughing fit.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson



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