A seasoned (not senior) citizen phoned her doctor's office. 

She asked, "Is it true that the medication you prescribed has to be taken for the rest of my life?" 

''Yes, that's correct," replied the doctor.

Silence. 

She continued, "Well, I'm wondering, just how serious is my condition because this prescription is marked 'NO REFILLS'?"

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