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Thu 08 Aug 2003Doctors concerned at jockeys' methods to keep down weightThe medical profession has expressed concern at the health implications for jockeys who are going to extreme lengths to maintain their light weights, writes Alison HealyDoctors say the increasing weight and general build of the Irish population is posing major problems for aspiring young jockeys who wish to enter the racing profession.