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May 2018
39m 31s

Sawbones: Freckles

Justin McElroy, Dr. Sydnee McElroy
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Here in our hemisphere, the sun is brutalizing us even now, weeks away from the start of summer. For many, that means the return of freckles. But where are these little guys coming from? And how can we burn them off with acid? This week, Sawbones asks the tough questions.

Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers

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