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Featured Image 1New Jersey repeals cosmetic tax

Gov. Chris Christie signs legislation to eliminate 6 percent tax on cosmetic procedures

Featured Image 2ASPS member leads team that excised 180-pound tumor

McKay McKinnon, MD, removes 180-pound tumor from the leg of a man in Vietnam

Featured Image 3Model accused of using breast, buttocks implants to smuggle cocaine

Woman arrested at Rome airport with more than 5 lbs. of concealed drugs

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