acute
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“These are two very acute issues that we felt we had to run to court to address,” Harris said.
From Los Angeles Times
The idea has gained traction as Ukraine faces an acute cash shortage.
Rates of acute hepatitis B in the U.S. have dropped sharply External link since 1991, when the agency recommended universal vaccination at birth.
From Barron's
Rates of acute hepatitis B in the U.S. have dropped sharply External link since 1991, when the agency recommended universal vaccination at birth.
From Barron's
The increase in visits for acute cardiovascular problems and other serious sudden illnesses made up the difference.
From Los Angeles Times
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