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On the recordJuly 10, 2019
Childhood trauma is a pervasive public health issue with long-term negative health effects that costs the United States billions of dollars.
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Elijah Cummings
Democratic · Maryland

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Elijah Cummings highlights the significant impact of childhood trauma on public health and economy.

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