World AIDS gene therapy plan targets newborns
From Yokohama, Japan, researchers outline a genetic therapy to arm infected newborns’ white blood cells with a ribozyme to destroy HIV before it harms the child. Dr. Flossie Wong-Staal of UC San Diego presented the approach, aiming for testing within a year and a potential single-injection treatment in the future.
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Woman escapes mobile home fire in Myrtle Grove
An 82 year old Craven County woman survived a mobile home fire at 3 Douglas Drive in Myrtle Grove. The 3:30 p.m. blaze destroyed the home but she escaped with only her wallet Social Security Medicaid cards. Neighbors helped as flames threatened nearby units.
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Stalked Teen Assault In Brices Creek Woods
A 15 year old girl, Jodi Bulla, was stalked for three years and assaulted Tuesday morning behind her Brices Creek home. A man emerged from behind the porch, dragged her into the woods, and beat her as she waited for a friend at about 11 30 a.m. Police described the suspect as a man involved in the ongoing stalking case.
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Mayor hints Havelock may quit regional council
Mayor Jimmy Sanders says Havelock could leave the Neuse River Council of Governments if questions remain about actions against COG Director Roy Fogle. City officials fear liability in a possible suit by Fogle, while the city attorney says no clear case against the city or commissioners exists.
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Health care Debate Opens as Senators Clash Over Reform
Senate leaders push divides on health reform with Mitchell citing uninsured and rising costs. Dole and Kennedy clash over plan details and pace, while critics warn against sweeping changes and delays. Republicans seek subsidy limits and tax avoidance. Clinton plan faces filibuster talk and procedural battles.
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