And he took on a major concern for doctors: the fear of a malpractice lawsuit.

VOA: standard.2009.06.15

So,you know,the impending layoffs at the Cape are a major concern for us."

VOA: standard.2010.03.18

With London hosting the 2012 Olympics, security is a major concern.

VOA: standard.2010.04.01

Energy has become a major concern in several Western countries, after a dispute between Ukraine and Russia over prices led to major natural gas shortages in Europe earlier this year.

VOA: standard.2009.10.23

"So clearly that is a major concern for us. If you think in terms of just basic health services or even more acute health conditions, there is a fear that people who were there at the time of the flooding are not getting the treatment that they should be."

VOA: standard.2009.09.08

He says neither side expects a major shift in relations, but the White House does have reason for concern.

VOA: standard.2009.11.12