chronic
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While Mr. Mangione suffered chronic back pain and had spinal fusion surgery, it remains unclear why he believed the system failed him.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
It’s being tested as a treatment for Type 2 diabetes and chronic low-back pain.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 12, 2026
But this August 13 comes amid one of Cuba's worst crises in living memory, with acute shortages of food and water, and chronic power cuts.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
“When people have access to medical care through insurance, they tend to undertake activities that can help longevity, like better preventive care, better management of chronic and disabling conditions,” Cohen said.
From Salon ● Aug. 11, 2026
His father looks on from the hallway, coughing a little, the sound indicative of something chronic.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
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