ALSO NOTED: Health plans for part-time workers examined; Nanotechnology grants; and much more...

> New health plans designed specifically for part-time workers are being provided by large employers. Article

> The National Cancer Institute announced $144 million in grants for the study of ways in which nanotechnology could be used to prevent and fight cancer. Article

> In San Diego, Sun Microsystems is helping a new regional health information organization. Article

> In Health Affairs, Karen Davis and Marilyn Moon argue for an extension of Medicare to cover the donut hole in the new drug benefit. Release

> Could the flaws exposed by Hurricane Katrina be the catalyst for universal healthcare? Op-Ed

> The Senate investigation into the mystery surrounding ex-FDA Chairman Lester Crawford's abrupt departure is taking form in Washington. Article

> Cogent Healthcare reports that one-in-six patients needs help after discharge to prevent readmission. Article

> Are MDs really IT-phobic, or is that just a myth? Article

> St. Joseph's Hospital has selected Care Fusion's system for tracking blood products to improve safety at the point of care. Release

And Finally... Soccer stars are apparently filling up Europe's hospitals. Well not quite, but soccer legend George Best was in intensive care in London and David Beckham's son Romeo was rushed to a hospital in Spain. Article

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