> New York's insurance department is beginning a series of hearings on health system reform next month. Article [1]

> Retail clinic operator Take Care Health Centers has signed a national contract with Aetna to join its provider list. Article [2]

> On a related note, giant retailer Target has struck a deal with Greater Baltimore Medical Center to open four retail clinics. Article [3]

> Federal agency offers standards for improving EMRs. FierceHealthIT [4]

And Finally...  Gift shops offer a nice little revenue boost for hospitals. So why not find a way to help them sell more? Article [5]