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“The goal of NIH research is to acquire new knowledge to help prevent, detect, diagnose, and treat disease and disability, from the rarest genetic disorder to the common cold.”

Quote by Ike Skelton

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Ike Skelton was a former U.S. Representative from Missouri, serving from 1977 to 2011. He represented the 4th congressional district and was a member of the Democratic Party, known for his work on military and veterans' issues. more

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