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Yearly Archives: 2007, 2008

More genetic baldness links uncovered

11 hours ago

Some men who carry two genetic variants may have a sevenfold increased chance of showing male pattern baldness, international researchers have found.
Economic downturn poses threat to mental health: WHO

Oct 10, 2008

The added stress of a global economic downturn could lead to a rise in mental health problems, the World Health Organization said Friday.
Advocates want funding restored for community AIDS programs

Oct 9, 2008

A coalition of AIDS advocacy groups are calling on Canada's next federal government to restore funding they say the Conservatives diverted from support programs for people living with AIDS and HIV.
N.L. nurses say employers threatening discipline over job action

Oct 9, 2008

The union representing Newfoundland and Labrador's nurses said Thursday their employers are threatening them with discipline if they don't continue with non-nursing duties.
Drug makers to change codeine labels to prevent overdose in babies

Oct 9, 2008

Nursing mothers who take codeine medication should be aware that, depending on how quickly they metabolize the drug, their breastfed babies may be at increased risk of morphine overdose, Health Canada warns.