Court to rule on drug labels as liability shield
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
The Supreme Court will decide whether federal law preempts product liability suits at the state level if the warning labels are FDA-approved.
Archive for November, 2008
Study favors use of national health ID numbers for patients
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
The report says unique identifiers would reduce errors and protect privacy, but privacy watchdogs are not convinced.
AMA meeting: Reforming SGR tops Association’s Medicare agenda for 2009
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
Delegates have begun looking at alternative pay options to replace the current formula.
AMA meeting: Texting while driving, trans fats on hit list
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
Delegates said bans on both practices would promote safety and protect patients.
AMA meeting: Disruptive behavior standard draws fire
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
The AMA will ask for a one-year hold on the Joint Commission rule. Delegates seek to shift the focus to behavior that harms patients.