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Article: Reports outline epidemiology study results from C.J. Darrow et al.
- Article from:
- Women's Health Weekly
- Article date:
- October 8, 2009
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According to recent research from the United States, "Over 7 million students participate in high school athletics annually. Despite numerous health benefits, high school athletes are at risk for injury."
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