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Eligible Survivor: A lawful spouse if living on the date
a benefit payment is due. If the spouse is not living, the term
means dependent children.
Enbrel: Medication for reducing signs and symptoms and
delaying structural damage in patients with moderately to severely
active rheumatoid arthritis. Some patients treated with Enbrel®
are reported to have developed serious infections.
Ephedra: Once used in a number of over-the-counter
dietary supplements, Ephedra contains ephedrine, which acts as a
stimulant and bronchodilator. While it may help those with asthma
breathe, ephedrine poses significant health risks for the casual
user. Ephedrine has been reported to contribute to heart attack,
stroke, seizures, psychosis and death.
Established customary standard of care: Degree of care
and skill that the average qualified doctor would provide to a
patient who sought medical care for similar symptoms and
circumstances.
Evidence: A fact presented in court through the
testimony of a witness, an object or written documents.
Exhibit: A document or object that is offered into
evidence during a trial or hearing.
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