ALSO NOTED: HIV infections in India drop sharply;Express Scripts declares stock split; and much more...

> The Indian government says reports of new HIV infections have fallen dramatically. Story

> PBM Express Scripts declares a 2-for-1 stock split. Story

> In Illinois, lawmakers agree to a $500,000 cap in malpractice cases. Story

> Johnson & Johnson tells analysts things are looking up. Story (Wall Street Journal sub. req.)

> The jury continues its deliberations in the Scrushy trial. Story

> Average family medical costs to top $12,000 this year. Story (Wall Street Journal sub. req.)

> In Massachusetts, a new drive for universal healthcare. Story

> The AMA argues specialty hospitals provide an economic benefit. Release

> Doctors are angry and speaking out about the specialty hospital bill. Story

> Hospitals in Pennsylvania are worried about the impact of Medicaid cuts. Story

And Finally... In China, hospitals go smoke-free for the first time. Story