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An overwhelming majority of people will experience back or neck pain at some point in their lives. Back and neck pain are among the top five reasons people see their doctor. That's because there are many joints in the back, and each of them can degenerate and cause pain.

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Only about 3% of the nation’s doctors are Black men, which lives in stark contrast to the overall Black population.

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Easy Swedish meatball recipe the whole family will love! 
Quinoa is used in this recipe to reduce the amount of ground beef per meatball, offering a healthier way to enjoy this classic dish.

 
 
 
 
 

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