AIDS decoy CD4 shows promise against HIV in early study
Montreal researchers report soluble CD4 as a decoy against HIV may lower virus levels in patients. In 18 volunteers, short-term CD4 treatment reduced viral load by about 50 percent, though experts caution results are preliminary and not conclusive. No cures or durable improvements observed.
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Lawmakers seek billions in S&L bailout plan
Washington AP lawmakers from both parties back efforts to save 150 to 240 savings and loan institutions with a as yet undefined bailout. Critics fear the bill frontloads risk as S&L owners would be pressured to add 6.4 billion dollars in new capital for a 143 billion dollar rescue. Rep Henry Hyde leads an amendment opposition while Rep Charles Pashayan expresses cautious support as House committees decide 109 amendments ahead of a floor vote.
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Marine planes grounded for two days of refresher safety training
Marine Corps commandant Gen. Al Gray ordered a worldwide two day pause in aviation training after 45 Marines died in aircraft accidents this year. Investigations point to aircrew error as the likely primary cause and commanders will schedule the refresher sessions within two weeks.
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Marine Corps
al Gray
Associated Press
Gray
Fred Peck
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