Latest California Healthline Stories
Grants Will Fund Stem Cell Research Facility Construction
California’s stem cell agency will award grants that primarily will fund the construction and renovation of facilities where researchers will undertake projects involving human embryonic stem cells. Many such projects are ineligible for federal research funding. East Bay Business Times.
FDA Proposes Increase in User Fees
FDA would use the increase in funds to improve oversight of prescription drug safety, examine more data from health care providers and review direct-to-consumer advertisements, among other activities. Drugmakers pay the fees. Newark Star Ledger et al.
Governors, Lawmakers Seek Access to Generic Insulin
Generic insulin could translate to savings for Medicaid programs, as well as for people with diabetes. State Medicaid programs spent $500 million on the treatment in 2005. New York Times.
Health Insurance Proposal Based on Massachusetts Law
Differences between Gov. Schwarzenegger’s proposal in California and the Massachusetts law could make it more difficult for the proposal to pass in California.
Budget Proposal Increases Health, Human Services Funding
The proposed 3.7% increase for health and human services programs includes additional funds for Healthy Families enrollment and a prescription drug program but does not include significant funds for Gov. Schwarzenegger’s health care reform proposal. Sacramento Bee et al.
House Expected To Pass Stem Cell Bill
The House this week is expected to pass a bill that would expand federal funding for human embryonic stem cell research. Meanwhile, the White House as expected released a report on stem cell research progress. Washington Post et al.
Walgreen To Expand Number of In-Store Clinics
Walgreen has opened 50 in-store clinics in five markets since last year and plans to operate 250 nationwide by August. Chicago Tribune.