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Thursday CVC MTB
by Kent Koral 10 Jun '26

10 Jun '26

Hi CVC’rs, For those of you that ride off-road, whether it be MTB, Gravel, or E MTB, we have a great route this Thursday that is well suited for all. We are going to ride Sycamore Canyon on a route that many of you have done with me over the years. A lot of it is on beautiful gravel, and paved sections along with some really clean single track. Yeah, you have to climb the beauty at the end, but it’s worth it! The pace will be gentle and fun. So come out and enjoy a beautiful weeknight evening. See the CVC announcement for route and details. Also keep in mind Peter‘s Sunday rides. Both of these rides are great CVC member opportunities to get out in the dirt!! Text me if you have any questions. I hope you out there. Kent Koral (818) 802-0826

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CVC Rides June 8 through June June 15
by Terry Hearst 08 Jun '26

08 Jun '26

[image: c129b386-64dd-4858-8c64-aeebfb649d43.png] Announcements July - September Start Times Saturdays - 8:00 am Sundays - 8:30 am Tuesday & Thursday rides remain at 9 Date Start Times Ride Leader Start Location Route Mi Climb Route Link Jun 9 9AM Tuesday Sheri Leiken Starbucks <https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Starbucks, Wildwood, Larry & Bobs Park 26 1777’ Course Link <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53678585> Jun 11 9AM Thursday (Short) Stephen Levinson 818-535-2516 Starbucks <https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Wood Ranch, Reagan Library 33 2364’ Course Link <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45382427> Jun 11 9AM Thursday (Long) Terry Hearst 805-490-4616 Starbucks <https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Starbucks, Hidden Valley, PCH, Encinal 53 3469 Course Link <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55561731> Jun 11 6PM Zwift (Virtual) Kim Kitchen 805-469-1982 Virtual Threshold development Course Link <https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5611279> Jun 11 5:30PM MTB (Thursday) Kent Koral 818-802-0826 Wendy and Potrero <https://maps.app.goo.gl/mfwkHUu6aQtWjFBH8> CVC Sycamore route Gravel/Novice friendly route E bikes are very welcome. 13 1329 Course Link <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50836602> Jun 13 8:30AM Red (Saturday) Greg Jenson 747-214-6642 The Landing <https://maps.app.goo.gl/w3kaJL2CevUAuDFx5> Landing-HV/CSUCI/Mully/TOTW/Westlake- 54 4207 Course Link <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41071928> Jun 13 8:30AM Orange (Saturday) Colette VMW 818-298-8767 The Landing <https://maps.app.goo.gl/w3kaJL2CevUAuDFx5> Cornell, Cold Cyn., Piuma, Stunt, Mureau, Agoura Rd. 47 4624 Course Link <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53724994> Jun 13 8:30AM Orange Light (Saturday) Peter Blaisdell 805-340-9551 The Landing <https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZbF25kqWs2ZWKNQG9> Potrero, PCH, Yerba, Westlake 50 4136 Course Link <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50648760> Jun 13 8:30AM Gold (Saturday) Denise Cusano 310-387-9856 The Landing <https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZbF25kqWs2ZWKNQG9> Agoura, Cornell, Cold Canyon O/B, Mully, Malibou Lake, Back to Landing 35 3054’ Course Link <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45145744> Jun 13 8:30AM Mellow Yellow (Saturday) (No Drop Ride) Jeanne Robertson 805-368-7924 The Landing <https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZbF25kqWs2ZWKNQG9> Landing to Lobo Canyon and back with option for lake lap 23 1401’ Course Link <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35482785> Jun 14 9AM Social (Sunday) (No Drop Ride) Kim Kitchen 805-469-1982 Starbucks <https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Starbucks-Treasure Hill - Lynn Road 23 1556 Course Link <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55079697> Away Ride No Ride this week Course Link Jun 21 9AM MTB (Sunday) No Ride this week TBA Course Link Pub Rides No Ride this week Terry Hearst 805-490-4616 Jerry Scott 805-404-8525 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38907202 <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RSruXZC5ooNfvsxlGldgX-H4UtR-nsReAR4o8tl…> Zwift Rides We’ll be using the Zwift Companion App to chat, cheer each other on, and send those motivating Ride On [image: 👍] thumbs throughout the ride — so be sure you’re connected! Whether you’re chasing watts or just cruising for fun, this is your midweek mood booster [image: ⚡] Let’s ride, laugh, and push each other to the finish! [image: 🚴‍♀️][image: 🔥] See you on the virtual roads! Cheers, Kim When riding with us, you will: - Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. - Avoid bunching up; don’t overlap wheels. - Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. - Ensure your bike is in good working order. - Descend carefully! - Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. - Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. - If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides. Follow us on [image: image.jpeg] <https://m.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/?ref=share&mibextid=wwXIfr> and [image: image.jpeg] <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…>

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Sunday's MTB ride
by jerry blkdog.net 06 Jun '26

06 Jun '26

Directions - To access ride start point at Las Virgenes Canyon Trailhead: From the 101 in Agoura, turn north on Las Virgenes Road. Drive about 1.5 miles to the end and park at the side of the road. Street parking is free. Route:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34585766 Las Virgenes Loop (this is mostly fire-road and should be suitable for gravel bikes; there is some climbing, but not too much

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This weeks CVC rides with the correct dates
by jerry blkdog.net 01 Jun '26

01 Jun '26

This weeks rides with correct dates [cid:56128b5f-db76-4e88-9844-1ce850b53820] Announcements Date Start Times Ride Leader Start Location Route Mi Climb Route Link Jun 2 9AM Tuesday Sheri Leiken Starbucks<https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Grimes Cyn - Championship Dr - Erbes 37 2748 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55426029> Jun 4 9AM Thursday (Short) Mike Carey 805-907-2850 Starbucks<https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Agoura, Mully, 7MH, Mureau, Agoura 32 2519 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55426681> Jun 4 9AM Thursday (Long) Terry Hearst 805-490-4616 Starbucks<https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Agoura, Mully, 7MH, Old Topanga out and back, Mureau, Agoura 44 3740 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55426771> Jun 4 6PM Zwift (Virtual) Kim Kitchen 805-469-1982 Virtual Aerobic intervals Course Link<https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5604463> Jun 11 5:30PM MTB (Thursday) No Ride this week Course Link Jun 6 8:30AM Red (Saturday) Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/w3kaJL2CevUAuDFx5> 7Min/OldTopanga, Fernwood, DwnPiuma/Mulholland 52 5630 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42820795> Jun 6 8:30AM Orange (Saturday) Gary Leavitt 315-569-0162 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/w3kaJL2CevUAuDFx5> 7Min/Old Topanga, Fernwood/ Dwn Piuma/Mulholland 52 5630 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42820795> Jun 6 8:30AM Orange Light (Saturday) Peter Blaisdell 805-340-9551 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZbF25kqWs2ZWKNQG9> Rockstore, Mully, Upper Encinal, Lil Syc, TOW, Mully, WL 37 3522 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55441070> Jun 6 8:30AM Gold (Saturday) Chris Roberts 310-462-3777 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZbF25kqWs2ZWKNQG9> Wood Ranch, Reagan 33 2364 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45382427> Jun 6 8:30AM Mellow Yellow (Saturday) (No Drop Ride) Tex Williams 805-746-5713 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZbF25kqWs2ZWKNQG9> Wildwood via Westlake 23 1172 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/6716080> Jun 7 9AM Social (Sunday) (No Drop Ride) Kim Kitchen 805-469-1982 Starbucks<https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Starbucks, Hidden Valley, WL, Triunfo. 24 1043’ Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55317004> Away Ride No Ride this week Course Link Jun 7 9AM MTB (Sunday) Peter Blaisdell 805-340-9551 Las Virgenes Trailhead<https://maps.app.goo.gl/p7r74vjTp9o8xSBi7> Las Virgenes/Ahmanson Loop 11 950 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45382427> Pub Rides No Ride this week Terry Hearst 805-490-4616 Jerry Scott 805-404-8525 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38907202<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RSruXZC5ooNfvsxlGldgX-H4UtR-nsReAR4o8tl…> Zwift Rides We’ll be using the Zwift Companion App to chat, cheer each other on, and send those motivating Ride On [👍] thumbs throughout the ride — so be sure you’re connected! Whether you’re chasing watts or just cruising for fun, this is your midweek mood booster [⚡] Let’s ride, laugh, and push each other to the finish! [🚴‍♀️] [🔥] See you on the virtual roads! Cheers, Kim When riding with us, you will: * Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. * Avoid bunching up; don’t overlap wheels. * Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. * Ensure your bike is in good working order. * Descend carefully! * Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. * Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. * If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides. Follow us on [cid:15e2f771-6789-416e-87aa-9bb984004de5]<https://m.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/?ref=share&mibextid=wwXIfr> and [cid:babbe5c8-f6fc-4f3a-ab1d-a3b0eb406d46]<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…>

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This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 01 Jun '26

01 Jun '26

[cid:7ad9fbeb-0199-48ca-97be-5c65cea297b8] Announcements Date Start Times Ride Leader Start Location Route Mi Climb Route Link May 26 9AM Tuesday Sheri Leiken Starbucks<https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Grimes Cyn - Championship Dr - Erbes 37 2748 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55426029> May 28 9AM Thursday (Short) Mike Carey 805-907-2850 Starbucks<https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Agoura, Mully, 7MH, Mureau, Agoura 32 2519 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55426681> May 28 9AM Thursday (Long) Terry Hearst 805-490-4616 Starbucks<https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Agoura, Mully, 7MH, Old Topanga out and back, Mureau, Agoura 44 3740 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55426771> May 21 6PM Zwift (Virtual) Kim Kitchen 805-469-1982 Virtual Aerobic intervals Course Link<https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5604463> May 21 5:30PM MTB (Thursday) No Ride this week Course Link May 30 8:30AM Red (Saturday) Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/w3kaJL2CevUAuDFx5> 7Min/OldTopanga, Fernwood, DwnPiuma/Mulholland 52 5630 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42820795> May 30 8:30AM Orange (Saturday) Gary Leavitt 315-569-0162 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/w3kaJL2CevUAuDFx5> 7Min/Old Topanga, Fernwood/ Dwn Piuma/Mulholland 52 5630 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42820795> May 30 8:30AM Orange Light (Saturday) Peter Blaisdell 805-340-9551 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZbF25kqWs2ZWKNQG9> Rockstore, Mully, Upper Encinal, Lil Syc, TOW, Mully, WL 37 3522 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55441070> May 30 8:30AM Gold (Saturday) Chris Roberts 310-462-3777 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZbF25kqWs2ZWKNQG9> Wood Ranch, Reagan 33 2364 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45382427> May 30 8:30AM Mellow Yellow (Saturday) (No Drop Ride) Tex Williams 805-746-5713 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZbF25kqWs2ZWKNQG9> Wildwood via Westlake 23 1172 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/6716080> May 31 9AM Social (Sunday) (No Drop Ride) Kim Kitchen 805-469-1982 Starbucks<https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Starbucks, Hidden Valley, WL, Triunfo. 24 1043’ Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55317004> Away Ride No Ride this week Course Link May 31 9AM MTB (Sunday) Peter Blaisdell 805-340-9551 Las Virgenes Trailhead<https://maps.app.goo.gl/p7r74vjTp9o8xSBi7> Las Virgenes/Ahmanson Loop 11 950 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45382427> Pub Rides No Ride this week Terry Hearst 805-490-4616 Jerry Scott 805-404-8525 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38907202<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RSruXZC5ooNfvsxlGldgX-H4UtR-nsReAR4o8tl…> Zwift Rides We’ll be using the Zwift Companion App to chat, cheer each other on, and send those motivating Ride On [👍] thumbs throughout the ride — so be sure you’re connected! Whether you’re chasing watts or just cruising for fun, this is your midweek mood booster [⚡] Let’s ride, laugh, and push each other to the finish! [🚴‍♀️] [🔥] See you on the virtual roads! Cheers, Kim When riding with us, you will: * Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. * Avoid bunching up; don’t overlap wheels. * Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. * Ensure your bike is in good working order. * Descend carefully! * Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. * Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. * If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides. Follow us on [cid:1fe29338-aae6-4a8f-bdc5-2cec09c00921]<https://m.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/?ref=share&mibextid=wwXIfr> and [cid:0d68025a-f858-46cc-8572-5ecbbc394e78]<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…>

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Tuesday Ride -9:00
by Sheri L 01 Jun '26

01 Jun '26

Here is the route for Tuesday! Going to Moorpark and doing the Championship route. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55426029 See you 9:00 am at Starbucks on Agoura Rd. -- Sheri

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Thursday evening MTB
by Kent Koral 26 May '26

26 May '26

Hey CVC MTB’rs. I spaced and didn’t get my ride out in time, so here you go. For this Thursday, we are riding the Cheseboro Overlook Route Meet at the lower parking lot for a 5:30 PM rollout. Lights not needed. Hope to see y’all out there. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37340348 Kent Koral (818) 802-0826

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Picking a Ride
by Terry Hearst 26 May '26

26 May '26

When selecting a ride, please keep the following in mind: Everyone should download the ride route to the GPS device they use to track rides. 1. *No-Drop Rides* There are two no-drop rides each week: *Mellow Yellow on Saturdays* and the *Social Ride on Sundays*. A “no-drop” ride means the group will wait at each designated regroup location until all riders arrive. If you happen to be the last rider, please don’t feel embarrassed or uncomfortable — everyone has been there at some point. These rides are specifically designed to support newer or less experienced riders and keep the group together. If you are the last rider arriving at a regroup location, please continue to the *front* of the group rather than stopping at the back. This allows the ride leader to better assess when you are ready to continue, and you will be the first rider rolling out instead of giving the group a large head start. Once rolling, stay to the right so riders can safely pass when appropriate. 2. *Drop Rides* The Gold, Orange Light, Orange, Red, as well as the Tuesday and Thursday rides, are all considered drop rides. On these rides, after a reasonable wait time at regroup locations — based on the average pace of the group, not the fastest riders — the ride leader should continue even if all riders have not yet arrived. While no one wants to leave riders behind, it is unfair to keep a large group waiting for extended periods when a slower-paced ride may have been more appropriate. One solution is for the main group to continue while the ride leader stays back with the slower rider if needed. 3. *Choosing the Right Ride* If you are unsure which ride is appropriate for your pace or skill level, please choose the easier ride until you are confident you can comfortably maintain the pace of a faster group. 4. *Ride Leaders* If you see someone you are unfamiliar with, please take a moment before the ride leaves the parking lot to introduce yourself and get a sense of their riding experience and comfort level. Hope everyone enjoys their rides Terry

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This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 25 May '26

25 May '26

2~ [cid:9f6eab50-50c0-438d-99d7-90ea92bedd0b] Announcements Date Start Times Ride Leader Start Location Route Mi Climb Route Link May 26 9AM Tuesday Sheri Leiken Starbucks<https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> RockStore + lake lap first 30 2164 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53568030> May 28 9AM Thursday (Short) Dana Taylor 805 573-5948 Rancho Madera Park<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Rancho+Madera+Community+Park/@34.2475635,…> Tour of Simi 39 2988 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55315801> May 28 9AM Thursday (Long) Terry Hearst 805-490-4616 Rancho Madera Park<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Rancho+Madera+Community+Park/@34.2475635,…> Simik, Santa Susana 42 3523 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55315971> May 21 6PM Zwift (Virtual) Kim Kitchen 805-469-1982 Virtual Aerobic intervals Course Link<https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5597385> May 21 5:30PM MTB (Thursday) No Ride this week Course Link May 30 8:30AM Red (Saturday) Greg Jenson 747-214-6642 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/w3kaJL2CevUAuDFx5> SMMt, up RockStore, down Latigo, Up Down Corral, up Encinal, down Westlake 58 6829 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36358894> May 30 8:30AM Orange (Saturday) Terry Hearst 805-490-4616 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/w3kaJL2CevUAuDFx5> Potrero, Lewis, PCH, Mully, WL 48 3324 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55304934> May 30 8:30AM Orange Light (Saturday) Kim Kitchen 805-469-1982 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZbF25kqWs2ZWKNQG9> Potrero, Lewis, PCH, Mully, WL 48 3324 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55304934> May 30 8:30AM Gold (Saturday) Mark Groenveld The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZbF25kqWs2ZWKNQG9> Cruise Around the Conejo 39 2699 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38907202> May 30 8:30AM Mellow Yellow (Saturday) (No Drop Ride) Tom Caldwell 818-730-0729 The Landing<https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZbF25kqWs2ZWKNQG9> Cornell, Lake Malibou, Lobo Cyn. out and back 23 1338 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28584657> May 31 9AM Social (Sunday) (No Drop Ride) Chris Janni 805-217-9104 Starbucks<https://maps.app.goo.gl/11HcScqJb9Ruh9hGA> Starbucks, Hidden Valley, WL, Triunfo 24 1043 Course Link<https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55317004> Away Ride No Ride this week Course Link May 31 9AM MTB (Sunday) No Ride this week Course Link Pub Rides No Ride this week Terry Hearst 805-490-4616 Jerry Scott 805-404-8525 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38907202<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RSruXZC5ooNfvsxlGldgX-H4UtR-nsReAR4o8tl…> Zwift Rides We’ll be using the Zwift Companion App to chat, cheer each other on, and send those motivating Ride On [👍] thumbs throughout the ride — so be sure you’re connected! Whether you’re chasing watts or just cruising for fun, this is your midweek mood booster [⚡] Let’s ride, laugh, and push each other to the finish! [🚴‍♀️] [🔥] See you on the virtual roads! Cheers, Kim When riding with us, you will: * Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. * Avoid bunching up; don’t overlap wheels. * Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. * Ensure your bike is in good working order. * Descend carefully! * Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. * Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. * If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides. Follow us on [cid:4f890cfe-d466-4039-9e12-9f2c64770587]<https://m.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/?ref=share&mibextid=wwXIfr> and [cid:9706d383-cf26-42f5-aec3-d353d67df519]<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…>

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From our Safety Committee
by Terry Hearst 20 May '26

20 May '26

CVC Riders During our constant search for bicycle-related safety and medical articles, we came across the article, *Exertional Heat Illness in Active Populations* from New England Journal of Medicine, and thought that this topic is both timely and relevant for those who indulge in heavy exercise and/or heat exposure (i.e. CVC members). I originally planned to send a PDF of the article, but realized that there might be copyright issues, so I am including a link to the abstract below. If anyone wants to get into the weeds and see the full article, let me know. We summarized the main points of the article in the PDF below, and added a few cycling-related caveats. Our hope and expectation is that all CVC members (particularly Ride Leaders) should be able to recognize and deal with heat-related issues and know when to call for help. Link to abstract of article: https://evidence.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/EVIDra2500270 Article Summary and Caveats:

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