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Health Care Personnel Update for January 2008
Gov. Schwarzenegger made appointments to the Department of Health Services, Board of Pharmacy and Board of Dental Examiners. Meanwhile, Blue Cross of California named a new president, while San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom selected a deputy chief of staff for health.
Loans Could Help Translate Stem Cell Research Into Therapy
The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine plans to launch a loan program that could fill a funding gap between the initial stages of stem cell research and the final stage of clinical trials and treatments. San Diego Union-Tribune.
Health Reform Around the Nation: February 4, 2008
A special committee in the Missouri House is attempting to block Gov. Matt Blunt’s plan to expanded health insurance coverage to working parents with low incomes.
In Utah, advocates say a health bill before the state Legislature would lead to less comprehensive coverage for children.
WellPoint Official Touts New Services, Knocks Reform Bill
A WellPoint executive said California is a “vital state” and the company wants to be part of health care reform efforts. However, the official noted the overhaul plan that failed this week would have made coverage “unaffordable for people who can afford it now.” Ventura County Star.
White House To Launch Rx Abuse Ads During Super Bowl
The 30-second advertisement will kick off a national campaign designed to spotlight prescription drug abuse among adolescents and adults. The White House Office of National Drug Control Policy and the Partnership for a Drug-Free America partnered on the ad, which will have a potential audience of 140 million. Newark Star-Ledger.
Second Stimulus Bill Could Include Medicaid Increase
Some Democrats are touting a second economic stimulus package that would include a temporary increase in Medicaid funding for states and other measures not included in the bill approved by the House and Senate. Meanwhile, many states are feeling the financial crunch of a downturned economy. CongressDaily.