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Tag: Wilkes County

A black-legged female tick. Black-legged ticks, also known as deer ticks, are a major transmitter of Lyme disease.
Posted inInfectious Disease

Lyme Disease-Bearing Ticks Creeping Their Way Slowly South

by Editor September 2, 2015April 19, 2021
Posted inSubstance Use

A ‘Watershed’ Opportunity to Save More Lives from Overdose and Infection

by Editor June 17, 2015April 22, 2021
Posted inFeatured, Medicaid, Mental Health, State Health Policy

Saving Lives By Preventing Overdose in Wilkes County

by Rose Hoban February 10, 2014February 26, 2021
revolving door
Posted inDisabilities, Featured, Mental Health, State Health Policy

Bill Provides Relief for Mentally Ill in Legal Limbo

by Rose Hoban March 11, 2013October 19, 2021
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Posted inFeatured, Mental Health, Prescription Drugs, Public Health

Harm Reduction Advocates Petition Lawmakers at General Assembly

by Rose Hoban February 12, 2013October 19, 2021

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