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The official account of the American Academy of Neurology.
Minneapolis, MN
Joined July 2009
Celebrate Neuroscience Is. Rewarding Day by sharing why neuroscience is rewarding to you! Tag us and use #NeuroscienceIs and #FutureNeurologist!
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ralph L. Sacco, MD, MS, FAHA, FAAN, the 35th president of the AAN from 2017 to 2019. Visit the In Memoriam:
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Please help us welcome Carlayne E. Jackson, MD, FAAN, as the 38th president of the American Academy of Neurology! . Welcome, @CarlayneJackson!. #NeurologyProud #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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Happy #NationalWomenPhysiciansDay! Tag a woman neurologist you're grateful for 👇 . #NeuroTwitter #Neurology #WomenInMedicine
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Yes, @DGlaucomflecken, we will cover neuro-ophthalmology at #AANAM, but we didn't forget about ALL the OTHER subspecialties of #neurology!. March 17 is the last day to save with advance registration discounts. #NeuroTwitter
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.@nsanar getting ready to testify at today's House subcommittee meeting. #AANadvocacy #AANscience #NeuroTwitter #Neurology
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What an amazing two years it has been! Today is @OrlyA's last day as our president, so please help us show her how much we appreciate her. Thank you for everything, Dr. Avitzur! 💚 . #AANAM #NeurologyProud
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For #NeuroscienceIs. Rewarding Day, read about “The History of Reflex Hammers” published in @GreenJournal. . Which hammer is your favorite?. #Neurology #NeuroTwitter #FutureNeurologist
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New Neurology® Education Journal Announced. @GreenJournal @RoyStrowdMD @JG_Merino .#AANAM #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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Cheers to 75 years! 🥂. The AAN was founded on this day in 1948. Since then, we've transformed to respond to the needs of neurologists and #neurology professionals to help them provide the best #PatientCare. Learn more about our history: #NeurologyProud
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We did it! The 21st Century Cures is now law with $4.8b for NIH, $1.51b for #BRAINinitiative & new CDC neurodisease registry. #AANAdvocacy
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Happy #WorldBrainDay from the AAN! We salute all who devote their lives to the study and care of the brain. #Neuroscience #BrainHealth
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New York Neurologist Orly Avitzur, MD, MBA, FAAN Elected New American Academy of Neurology President: @OrlyA
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Happy #MatchWeek2021! If you are a #FutureNeurologist who matches to #neurology this week, we want to hear from you! Reply below or tag us in your #Match2021 post.
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Big shout-out to the residents and fellows here with us at #NOH23! . #AANadvocacy #NeuroTwitter #Neurology
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For #NeuroscienceIs. Rewarding Day, read about “The History of Reflex Hammers” published in @GreenJournal. Do you have a favorite? Let us know 👇 . #Neurology #NeuroTwitter #FutureNeurologist
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AAN Condemns Racism. Read our position statement.
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We knew people were reading the @GreenJournal and listening to the Neurology Podcast, but we didn't think about digesting the content this way. 😉#FutureNeurologist #NeuroTwitter.
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Ready for the Hill and to ask their members of Congress to: . 🧠 Reform the Medicare Physician Payment System .🧠 Support and Expand the Conrad 30 Program. #AANadvocacy #Neurology
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Happy Holidays from the American Academy of Neurology!
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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for #NOH23. We’re #NeurologyProud of you!. #AANadvocacy #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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For #NationalDoctorsDay, we want to say how grateful we are for neurologists and #FutureNeurologists all around the world! . We are #NeurologyProud to support you every day. #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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#Neurology is an exciting and fast-growing field that translates skills in #science, #technology, #medicine, and #engineering into real-life solutions that help everyday people. RT and share with a #FutureNeurologist who is ready to join the adventure.
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AAN Issues Guideline for Treatment of Early Parkinson’s Disease. #Parkinsons @GreenJournal #NeuroTwitter
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That's a wrap for the Great Neuro Reunion in Seattle. For those who were able to attend in person, THANK YOU! For those who couldn't, we hope to see you at the virtual #AANAM later this month, and of course, next year in Boston. #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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The Neurology Minute podcast delivers a brief daily summary of what you need to know in the field of neurology. Subscribe now!
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We are excited to announce the Hot Topics Plenary Session speakers at #AANAM, including Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Walter Koroshetz! You will not want to miss this event. Learn more: @NINDSdirector #Neurology #NeuroTwitter #MedEd
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Congratulations to our 2021 and 2020 recipients of the AAN President's Award, Neil A. Busis, MD, FAAN, and Gregory D. Cascino, MD, FAAN! Thank you both for your dedication to the betterment of neurology and our organization! #NeurologyProud #AANAM
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Watch now to learn how to identify evidence-based ways to treat acute and chronic pediatric migraines as well as counsel patients on lifestyle choices to help reduce headaches.
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Today we are kicking off the BEST neurology meeting of the year! #AANAM. Welcome to everyone joining us in Denver and hello to everyone joining us virtually. 👋 We are so glad you are all here.
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Welcome to the 75th AAN Annual Meeting! We are excited to welcome you to the great city of Boston and online. #AANAM . #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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That's a wrap!!! Thank you to everyone who joined us in person and online for #AANAM. We hope to see you again next year!!!
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Thank you to all neurologists who have dedicated their careers to neurology, an important field of medicine. #nationaldoctorsday
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Over 160 neurologists and neurology professionals will soon travel to DC to advocate for positive change in the field of neurology and for their patients. Read about this year's Neurology on the Hill priorities: #NOH22 #AANadvocacy
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Some legislators may not know what a neurologist is and what they specialize in. Tomorrow, #NOH19 advocates will educate and ask members of Congress to support #neurology and neurologic patients. #AANadvocacy
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Thank you #Philadelphia! What a week it was. We can’t wait see everyone next year in #Toronto. #AANAM
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We have attendees from 110 countries at this year's #AANAM! Comment below and let us know where you traveled from or the location you are logging in from. #NeuroTwitter #Neurology
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Congratulations to the 2019-2020 Women Leading in Neurology Program participants who graduated today! We wish them well and cannot wait to see where their #AANleadership journey takes them. #WomenInNeurology #Neurology
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Today we presented the Janice F. Wiesman Congressional Leadership in Neurology Award to @SenatorLujan. Thank you for supporting #neurology and patients with neurologic disorders. #NOH23 #AANadvocacy @MaryPostCEO @CarlayneJackson
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On Sunday, over 200 neurologists will travel to DC to represent their state at #NOH19. Tell us which state you’re from. #AANadvocacy
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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for #NOH24. We’re #NeurologyProud of you!. #AANadvocacy #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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New Guidance Issued on the Determination of Brain Death:
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We have the greatest advocates!Thank you for another successful Neurology on the Hill. #NOH20 #AANadvocacy
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It has been such a wonderful week. Thank you for joining us for the best neurology meeting of the year. Let's begin the countdown until #AANAM in sunny California! 🌞
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Big news! @CMSgov listened to the AAN and is increasing payments for telephone visits to match similar office visits. #COVID19 #AANadvocacy.
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We have a great group of neurology residents and fellows with us this year at Neurology on the Hill! #NOH20 #AANadvocacy #NeurologyProud
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Come meet Sarah Bellum before the AAN Business Meeting at 4:00 p.m. in room 205C. #AANAM #NeuroTwitter. @BenishSarah @LyellJ @FlippenII @JeffreyMcclean
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Congratulations to this fantastic Women Leading in Neurology cohort who graduated this weekend in Minneapolis. You impress us and we are #NeurologyProud of you all. #AANleadership #Neurology
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Congratulations to Ann H. Tilton, MD, FAAN, for receiving the 2024 AAN President’s Award! .Read more about Dr. Tilton and her amazing accomplishments. #AANAM #NeurologyProud
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Neurology on the Hill starts today! Over 180 neurologists and neurology professionals are prepped to meet with their representatives virtually to advocate for neurologic care. #NOH21 #AANadvocacy #NeurologyProud
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Neurology on the Hill is happening now! Our priority issues are:.1️⃣ Lower Out-of-Pocket Medication Costs.2️⃣ Streamline Prior Auth in Medicare Advantage.3️⃣ Increase Neurology Research Funding.Join the conversation using #NOH20!.#AANadvocacy
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AAN endorses @aasm_sleeped statement supporting the benefits of permanent standard time for optimal #BrainHealth. #NeuroTwitter #Neurology @JCSMJournal
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The AAN advises that all #Neurology and #ChildNeurology residency/fellowship programs should commit to virtual interviews for all applicants in place of in-person interviews for the 2021–2022 application cycle. Read the full statement: .#NeuroTwitter.
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How Healthy Is Your Brain? Improving Nation’s Brain Health Is Focus of New AAN Plan . Introducing September 15, 2022, “National Brain Health Day”. Learn more: #BrainHealth #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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What a special #AANadvocacy experience! This morning a small group of members & staff were able to tour the @WhiteHouse ahead of the Legislative Summit. 📸: @davidevanstx, @MaryPostCEO, @nsanar, @CarlayneJackson, Prof. Paul Boon (@EANeurology), and @sukhjeetahuja.#Neurology
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The neurologic exam hasn't changed much over the years, but new technologies, testing capabilities, and improved imaging modalities have enabled #neurologists to confirm their findings. #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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Today is the day! Over 200 neurologists will meet with members of Congress to ask for their support on issues important to #neurology. Follow along at #NOH19 and #AANadvocacy.
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The ladies of AAN’s leadership program, Women Leading in Neurology, are taking the bow tie to a whole new level. #AANAM
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Sarah Bellum has been busy autographing copies of #AANAM Daily. Attend the happy hour in the North Lobby at 4:30 p.m. ET for your chance to take one home! . #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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The AAN has released a Consensus Statement on 2020-2021 Application Cycle in advance of the upcoming residency program application season. These recommendations are meant as suggestions and guidance for #neurology and #childneurology residency programs.
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Safe travels to everyone heading to DC today for Neurology on the Hill. Let us know which state you are representing. Not attending #NOH23? You can still support your colleagues on social media! Follow the hashtag and amplify their voices. 📷: Texas Delegation 2022 #AANadvocacy
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Full of gratitude to have Representative Jennifer Wexton share her story at the #BrainHealth Summit today. 📸 : @davidevanstx, @CarlayneJackson, @RepWexton, @nsanar, and @MaryPostCEO
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Congratulations to AAN member and #NOH20 attendee @AMOwensby, DNP, for winning the primary race for the KY04 congressional seat. The AAN’s BrainPAC Executive Committee will be meeting with Dr. Owensby on Thursday to discuss the dynamics of her race & her top campaign priorities.
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Happy Doctors' Day! We've never been more #NeurologyProud of our members than we are right now. Thank you for everything that you do for your patients and for #neurology. #DoctorsDay
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Thank you to the AAN members who were advocating on the Hill today on behalf of #neurology! Your dedication to the field and your patients is inspiring. #AANadvocacy
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Happy #VeteransDay! Thank you to everyone who has served and a special thank you to our members and employees who are veterans. #ThankAVeteran #Neurology
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Our headquarters have changed a bit over the years. 😉. How it started (1952) How it's going (2023)
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Congratulations to our CEO, @CathyRydell, on celebrating 20 years at the AAN! We are incredibly grateful for her leadership and wisdom. #Neurology
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Today at the AAN Neurology Department Chair Summit, AAN President @OrlyA announced the renaming of the event to the Ralph L. Sacco Neurology Chair Summit. #NeurologyProud #NeuroTwitter
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Get ready for #NeuroscienceIs. Rewarding Day on November 30 with this @greenjournal article on the history of reflex hammers: Which hammer is your favorite? Let us know!. #Neurology #NeuroTwitter #FutureNeurologist
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A beautiful message this morning at the Presidential Plenary Session from the late Dr. Ralph Sacco, 35th president of the AAN. #AANAM #BrainHealth
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On #NationalDoctorsDay, we recognize the neurologists who have dedicated their lives to caring for others. We're #NeurologyProud of you!. #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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"Drugs don't work if people can't afford them." Thank you @DavidP4AD of @P4AD_ for speaking to us today before we head to the Hill tomorrow to advocate for affordable #prescriptiondrugs for neurology patients. #AANadvocacy @JimStevensMD @CathyRydell
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Congratulations to the Brainstorm Competition winner, Richard Bedlack, MD, PhD, FAAN, for ALSUntangled! #AANAM #neurology #ALS
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On Sunday, over 200 neurologists will travel to DC to represent their state at #Neurology on the Hill. If you're attending #NOH20, which state are you flying in from? #AANAdvocacy
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Safe travels to everyone heading to Seattle for #AANAM! Registration and vaccine verification is located at 800 Pike Street on Yakima Level 1 and is open from 1:00-6:00 p.m. today. See you soon! #Neurology
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Good luck to everyone matching this week! If you are a #FutureNeurologist and match to #neurology, let us know. #Match2022 #MatchDay2022 #NeurologyProud
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Congratulations to our #AANPALF graduates! We can't wait to see how they use their #AANleadership skills to improve the field of neurology and patient care. #AANadvocacy
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Congratulations to the latest Diversity Leadership Program cohort on their graduation and presentation to the AAN Board of Directors this weekend. #AANleadership #NeurologyProud #NeuroTwitter
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Updated practice advisory addresses stopping antiseizure medicine in patients who are seizure-free. Via @GreenJournal: #neurology #neurotwitter
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Congratulations to our newest cohort of #AANLeadership graduates! Emerging Leaders Class of 2021, we are excited to see what’s to come. The deadline to apply for the next class is June 6. Learn more:
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Message from AAN President: Unrest in Minneapolis .
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Good luck to everyone matching this week! If you are a #FutureNeurologist and match to #neurology, let us know. 🧠. #Match2023 #NeurologyProud
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Congratulations to everyone whose abstract has been accepted to the scientific program at #AANAM! As a reminder, the early registration deadline is March 25. #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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Have you attended an Annual Meeting before? It is hard to believe we are already celebrating our 75th. What number this one is for you? #AANAM.
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We're so excited to welcome everyone to DC for #NOH24! Let us know which state you're representing. For those unable to make it, support your colleagues by following #NOH24 and amplifying their voices. 📷: 2023 attendees. #AANadvocacy
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New Position Statement from the American Academy of Neurology: .Use of Social Media in Health Care—Opportunities, Challenges, and Ethical Considerations A must-read for all our Twitter followers! #Neurology #NeuroTwitter @GreenJournal
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As #AANAM attendees begin to arrive in Boston, the chairs of the AAN Meeting Management Committee are ready to welcome you!. @anntiltonnola @DrHopeMO #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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There are so many opportunities to connect at the Annual Meeting, and some of those relationships will last a lifetime. 📸: Trainee and Early Career Researchers Coffee Connect in the Research Hub at #AANAM
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#AANAM is all anyone can talk about right now. Who else is getting excited for this weekend? 🙋. #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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Congratulations to the Diversity Leadership Program graduates who presented to the AAN Board of Directors this morning. Thank you for all for your dedication and outstanding work! #AANleadership #Neurology #NeuroTwitter
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Thank you to all our members who advocated for #neurology today. Both those on the Hill and those from afar made a big difference! #NOH19 #AANadvocacy
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We are so excited to celebrate #MatchDay2020 with you. Let us know when you officially become a #FutureNeurologist after you match to #neurology. #Match2020
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Congratulations @davidevanstx, recipient of this year's AAN President's Award! Presented by AAN President @OrlyA during today's Presidential Plenary Session. David, thank you for your outstanding service to the field of neurology! #NeurologyProud #AANAM
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