ARTESIA, NEW MEXICO—
U.S Border Patrol
Multiple types of overexertions and bodily reactions · Multiple general symptoms
Final narrative
An employee suffered overexertion, fatigue, and dizziness after performing training exercises, requiring hospitalization.
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