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AP Report: Paterno Returns to Hospital, Experiencing Minor Complications

AP Report: Paterno Returns to Hospital, Experiencing Minor Complications
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Joe Paterno was admitted again to the hospital Friday, The Associated Press reported, citing his family.

The family said the former Penn State football coach, 85, was admitted for observation as he experienced minor complications from his cancer treatments, according to the AP.

Paterno was diagnosed late in 2011 with lung cancer and has been undergoing regular treatment. He also was admitted to the hospital in December after suffering a pelvic injury.

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