Scientists investigating the mechanisms of Down syndrome have revealed the earliest developmental changes in embryonic stem cells caused by an extra copy of human chromosome 21 -- the aberrant inheritance of which results in the condition.

Cycling may seem like a healthy and environmentally friendly pastime, but men who choose the wrong bike could be heading for a range of sexual and health problems, including erection difficulties. And as the Tour de France gets into gear, there's also st

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - The Newfoundland health board at the centre of a public inquiry into its response to botched breast-cancer tests is defending itself against accusations it's trying to muzzle its employees by requiring them to sign a new oath of confi

The American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP) has launched a comprehensive continuing medical education initiative for physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other health care providers about chronic constipation (CC). Known as E-IMPACCT, which stan

The global pharmaceutical market is expected to grow 4.5 - 5.5 percent next year, a pace similar to 2008, according to the IMS Global Pharmaceutical and Therapy Forecast released today by IMS Health.