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Flint

(flint),

Austin, U.S. physician, 1812-1886. See: Austin Flint murmur, Flint murmur, Austin Flint phenomenon.

Flint

(flint),

Austin, Jr., U.S. physiologist, 1836-1915. See: Flint arcade.

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Homeopathy
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Toxicology
The highly fibrogenic mineral form of silicon, silicon dioxide.

Silica

Homeopathy
A homeopathic remedy prepared from quartz, which is used to stimulate the immune system and to treat abscesses, acne, athlete’s foot, breast cysts, earache, fractures, haemorrhoids, infections (colds, flu and otitis), insomnia, lymphadenopathy, periodontal disease, poor bone growth and sweating.

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I know we do have a high rate for obesity and diabetes in this area," said Flint Fresh executive director Cheryl McHallam.

AHA News: Innovative Hub Feeds the Need for Fresh Produce in Flint

Flint Rugby and Flint Rogues swap shirts and (right) in action

Flint sides enjoy tackling American namesakes

In 2016, the Census Bureau estimated that as many as 45 percent of people in Flint were living in poverty.

Restoring faith in Flint: A new kind of Catholic community in Flint, Michigan is revitalizing the city

"(The court) can today state with certainty that the acts leading to the creation of the Flint Water Crisis, alleged to be rooted in lies, recklessness and profound disrespect have and will continue to produce a heinous impact for the people of Flint," Parker said.

Flint Residents Can Sue US Government Over Water Crisis, Says Judge

These will reveal whether Flint had drunk alcohol or taken drugs in the run-up to his death .

Prodigy frontman found hanged, death probe told

The Guardian newspaper's music critic Alexis Petridis described Flint as a "demonic stage presence with prodigious star quality".

Tributes reveal amiable side of Prodigy firestarter Flint

Keith Flint's suicide came days after he put house on market amid marriage split

Keith Flint 'hailed for his kindness' as video reveals him hugging disabled fans; The Prodigy's frontman 'deserved a Grammy for kindness' according to singer James Blunt

Initial reports from horrified Flint citizens were largely ignored.

THE POISONED CITY

The community hospital in Flint was shut by the board in 2013 following a long campaign to save it.

Hospital group's fight over care for the elderly

Chief Executive of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Gary Doherty said: "We are doing our best to provide good, modern healthcare for the people of Flint. This year beds have been identified in Holywell hospital for patients from Flint.

Protest over OAPs' health

They stand as subtle reminders of the history and memories that are soaked in Flint's Hardware, the oldest hardware store in Mississippi.