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Dean,

As requested, I have compiled the analysis of the affected subjects.

The subject's physiological changes do seem to be permanent. The ossification of the fibrous cartilage in both the spine and menisci appears to start at
the brain stem and spreads rapidly, possibly due to the greater intercellular space offered. Attempts to slow the spread have so far been unsuccessful.

Affected subjects show signs of cognitive reduction within a few days, which
accompanies the bent or stooped posture. They are able to continue menial
work for several weeks, before succumbing to the pain and physical
disability.

Opiates and derivatives ease the pain of the subjects, and we have been
administering liberally as no other form of palliative care appears to work.

I have our entire cellular biology department working on this, but so far
little progress has been made. Even after the parasite is removed, the viral
load increases. We cannot stop the progress of the virus, and our only
defense is SCBA Level A suits when in NAM-V hotspots. Even with this level of protection, the parasites are finding ways in. 

Transition from initial diagnosis to cellular collapse takes approximately 5
weeks. We have yet to discover what happens thereafter. I will keep you
posted.

We need more narcotics. Our stocks are running low.

Ron Sullivan