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A GAO report analyzing the characteristics of people who claim Social Security benefits early...
Social Security: Government Should Protect and Expand Benefits...
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Members of Congress have a stake in drug and device companies...
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Should drug companies be allowed to advertise on TV?
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Side effects of drugs prescribed off-label often serious
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