Causes. In cystic fibrosis, a defect (mutation) in a gene changes a protein that regulates the movement of salt in and out of cells. The result is thick, sticky mucus in the respiratory, digestive and reproductive systems, as well as increased salt in sweat.Many different defects can occur in the gene.n cystic fibrosis, a defect (mutation) in a gene changes a protein that regulates the movement of salt in and out of cells. The result is thick, sticky mucus in the respiratory, digestive and reproductive systems, as well as increased salt in sweat. Many different defects can occur in the gene.
Welcome to the City of Mount Holly. The City of Mount Holly, NC is located in northeastern Gaston County. Our beautiful city is situated west of Catawba River with a culturally and historically rich community and a thriving economy. Mount Holly is a wonderful place to visit or those who are looking for the perfect place to relocate a business or call home.
Burlington served as the county seat for Burlington County in its early years, but that all changed in 1796 when the county seat was moved to Mount Holly. Burlington County is located in the Delaware Valley, east of the Delaware River. It is just to the west of Ocean and Monmouth Counties, known as the Shore Region and home to a beautiful stretch of beaches along the Atlantic Ocean.