Common cholesterol-lowering drug may help protect against cerebral malaria

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Researchers have discovered that adding lovastatin, a widely used cholesterol-lowering drug, to traditional antimalarial treatment decreases neuroinflammation and protects against cognitive impairment in a mouse model of cerebral malaria. Although …
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Crowding in Rockingham County jail prompts discussion over alternatives

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“Dealing with drug addiction is difficult and hard, and many of the people that we recommend don't want to put in that hard work,” he said, “so they take their chances with the system, hoping that they won't have to deal with that issue. In a sense, it …
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Family Services fills the gaps for the needy

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If you or someone you know needs help during the holidays, dial 2-1-1 for free access to information and referrals to services that provide basic needs including food, clothing and shelter; legal services; drug treatment; employment support; childcare; …
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