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The World Health Organization defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” Health conditions, like illnesses, injuries and impairments, affect our ability to function or enjoy life.
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Some people may be physically unable to use the current evidential breath analysis machines, relied upon by police to gather…
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