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- U.S. doctors coalition urged the Big 12 to pause Monster Energy sponsorship after teen deaths.
- They cited three child deaths, including 16-year-old Davis Cripe of South Carolina, linked to energy drinks.
- Doctors warned caffeine can cause arrhythmia, high blood pressure, seizures and serious heart problems in youths.
- The American Academy of Pediatrics advises children avoid energy drinks and limits teens to 100 mg caffeine daily.