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The AAFP disclaims any and all liability for injury or other damages resulting to any individual participating in the curriculum and for all claims which may arise out of the use of the techniques demonstrated therein by such individuals, whether these claims shall be asserted by a physician or any other person.
Every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the data presented. Physicians may care to check specific details such as drug doses and contraindications, etc., in standard sources prior to clinical application.
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