Archive for August, 2009

Did a strep infection bring Mozart’s finale?

Researchers linked an analysis of recorded deaths in Vienna with eyewitness accounts of the composer's illness in reaching a new conclusion.

Sen. Kennedy hailed as health care champion

Health system reform supporters credit the long-serving lawmaker with moving Congress to the brink of a final vote on the issue.

Judge finalizes United, shareholder settlement on stock backdating

Former and current executives have agreed to pay millions of dollars back to United stockholders.

Medicare Part D premiums to inch up in 2010

Most beneficiaries shouldn't see a significant change in premium costs for drug coverage, but some low-income subsidy recipients might need to switch plans.

Health plans get negative credit rating

A global rating agency believes that health system reform could hurt insurance companies' bottom lines.