Operation Music – Why or Why Not?

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Aug 11, 202624:20Science & Medicine

A heart attack forced Boulder community leader and journalist Sam Fuqua to need emergency care. While being wheeled into the operating room, Sam hoped to soothe his anxiety by hearing some favorite music. His hope had sc...

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