ALSO NOTED: Infusion pumps investigated; Fla. alleges generics scam; and much more...

> The FDA said it is investigating infusion pumps made by Baxter after a number of patient deaths linked to the line. Story (Wall Street Journal sub. req.)

> Supporters of drug reimportation are working to pressure Sen. Majority Leader Bill Frist (R-Tenn.) to bring a bill before the senate for debate. Story 

> Medicare Part D plan providers push to attract Medicare patients in Florida. Story

> In Washington, opponents of the abortion drug RU-486, have launched a new drive to get it banned. Story

> Florida Attorney General Charlie Crist is gaining notice with a lawsuit alleging generic makers in his state inflated prices to defraud Medicaid. Story 

> After a fight with critics, the McDonald's at the Cleveland Clinic will be allowed to stay open. The new menu adds veggie burgers and carrot sticks. Story (Wall Street Journal sub. req.)

> Many state CIOs are worried about security threats to often poorly safeguarded government networks. Story

And Finally... In a revealing health and socio-economic study, it appears that women's weight gain brings loss of income and job prestige to them and their husbands. Men apparently can pork out with no such ill effects. Story

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