receiving
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Under the scheme, women can visit their local pharmacy and have a confidential consultation with a pharmacist or trained pharmacy technician, before receiving the medication on the same day.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
Never mind—the FDA claims patients in the trial weren’t truly blinded because side effects would have caused them to suspect they were receiving a placebo.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
Kelmar also suggested making sure that the healthcare provider will zero out your balance after receiving a negotiated amount.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026
After receiving a life-saving blood transfusion last week, her blood values dropped again Saturday, the Ojai Raptor Center, which is treating Jackie, said in a social media post.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
“I could not help thinking about the families, suddenly receiving the news that their children were dead.”
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
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