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Brain discovery may catch Alzheimer’s, epilepsy in its nets
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Mysterious net-like structures that surround select neurons in the brain may be the key for better understanding and treating Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, schizophrenia and other neurological disorders, new research from the University of Virginia School of Medicine suggests. The structures, called “perineuronal nets,” play a critical barrier function that is essential for neurons to communicate correctly, UVA’s new research finds. When these nets were disrupted in lab mice, the mice suffered seizures, as seen in epilepsy, and developed changes in the brain as seen in Alzheimer’s. The findings suggest that problems with the nets could be contributing to those conditions and other neurological disorders. And that gives scientists an exciting new avenue to explore as they seek to develop better treatments for some of the most devastating diseases that afflict the human brain.
CASPCA offering guinea pigs free of charge
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- On Monday, the Charlottesville-Albemarle County SPCA placed 16 guinea pigs up for adoption free of charge. To add to their charm, all 16 are named after Disney princes and princesses, with names like Aurora, Ariel and Prince Charming. "Guinea pigs are really sweet, small...
UVA Earns 4.5-Star Rating in Money Magazine’s Best Colleges of 2024
Money Magazine has given the University of Virginia a 4.5-star rating in its “Best Colleges of 2024” assessment. The publication considered several metrics, including graduation rates, the cost of tuition, financial aid and alumni salaries in assigning a possible two to five stars to the school. Money started...
R.I.P. Autumn Crittendon: ‘16 And Pregnant’ Alum Dead At 27
16 and Pregnant alum Autumn Crittendon died on Saturday (July 20), per TMZ. She was 27. Cause Of Death Revealed In Tragic Passing Of ‘16 And Pregnant’ Star Sean Garinger Citing sources with direct knowledge, the outlet reports that Crittendon passed away in Henrico County, Virginia, where her father discovered her unresponsive in her bedroom. Paramedics attempted CPR upon arrival, but were unable to save her. According to TMZ’s sources, while her family is reportedly unsure of what led to her passing, Crittendon had been recently experiencing heartburn and was sick, and had wanted to visit a doctor. Crittendon also was diabetic and...
Crozet Thrift Store Relocates After 45 Years
CROZET, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – The Green Olive Tree is on the move. Crozet’s Christian thrift store, which opened the door at its original location back in 1979, faced demolition when the property on which it sat was sold for development. But Music Today, located just across the street, made an offer they couldn’t refuse, and a deal was made.
Lexus Stolen In Fatal Dumfries Carjacking Located In Woodbridge; Suspect At Large
The Prince William County Police Department has released photos of the suspect who carjacked a man's Lexus then ran him over, and killed him in Dumfries.Officers were called to the Oasis at Montclair Apartment Complex on Stedham Circle in Dumfries shortly before 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 20, to inve…
Farmville restaurant request gets approved by planning commission
A new Farmville restaurant could be coming to South Main Street at some point next year. The town’s planning commission gave unanimous approval to a site plan during their Wednesday, July 17 meeting. The plan calls for construction at 2004 South Main Street, which had previously been used for car sales. Representing Stonefield, J. Reid […] The post Farmville restaurant request gets approved by planning commission appeared first on Farmville.
3 Dogs Die After Staying in PetSmart Facility in Virginia
On July 1, PetSmart PetsHotel in Alexandria, Virginia, contacted a dog owner about their canine companion’s passing while they were under its care. Following the incident, two more dogs died during or after their stay at the PetSmart facility. The case is still under investigation, and one of the canine’s bodies was sent for necropsy. […] The post 3 Dogs Die After Staying in PetSmart Facility in Virginia appeared first on DogTime.
‘Nobody knows and nobody could know right now,’ Political analyst says on VP Harris’ chances of winning Virginia
“The truth is nobody knows and nobody could know right now,” said Larry Sabato, Director of the University of Virginia’s Center for Politics, to 8News. “Any polls that come out now should be discarded, because we don’t know who the vice presidential candidate is and people haven’t had a chance to get to know Harris better.”
Vance rallies in Virginia, focuses on manufacturing and energy
(The Center Square) – Republican vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance drew on his Appalachian upbringing to connect with supporters at a rally in Virginia on Monday night, focusing on the region’s depleted manufacturing industry, fentanyl and surging immigration crisis. Vance, senator from Ohio, stopped earlier in the day in his Ohio hometown. He was announced on the ticket with former President Donald Trump one week to the day earlier. Vance...
Richmond company plans to build medical treatment center in downtown Petersburg
PETERSBURG – City Council got its first look last week at what could be a major investment in the look and economy of downtown Petersburg, and apparently, councilors liked what they saw. A Richmond-based medical corporation wants to build a kidney and vascular treatment center on a vacant lot across West Washington Street...
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