chronic

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This included breakdown of the blood-brain barrier, damage to nerve fibers, chronic inflammation, reduced formation of new neurons in the hippocampus, weakened communication between brain cells, and extensive oxidative damage.

From Science Daily

Iran, a largely arid country, has for years suffered chronic dry spells and heat waves, which are expected to worsen with climate change.

From Barron's

But many say the scheme's durability also underscores a deeper structural problem: India's chronic inability to generate enough non-farm jobs to absorb surplus rural labour.

From BBC

The Journal found doctors who prescribed the most drugs were concentrated in rural areas across the South, where chronic disease is prevalent.

From The Wall Street Journal

Based on this new evidence, chronic stomach trouble could easily be added to that list.

From Science Daily