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sincitykitty

9-25-2009 11:35 AM

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Novartis Places Microchips in Medication to Track Patients' Intake

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9-25-2009 12:01 PM

wiganfootie

Good idea,i know someone who doesnt take their pills but still gets them on perscription it must cost a fortune

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