WellPoint Near Deal to Acquire Big Rival

WellPoint Near Deal to Acquire Big Rival
New York Times - Stocks have risen on expectations that spending on health care will continue to rise at a rapid clip as the baby boomer

Report says 37% Albertans have been victims of medical error
Globe and Mail - Close to 40 per cent of Albertans say they've been a victim of medical error while being treated in the provincial health system, a new report says. of those surveyed said they feel the province's health care system is safe, 'the results also suggest that from the doctor or other health care professionals. More than two-thirds

Judge OK's HMO settlements with doctors
Kansas City Star - MIAMI - A federal judge has approved an estimated $167 million in settlements by two managed health care companies in a massive class action lawsuit by hundreds of thousands of doctors. U.S.