> A new study of payouts in medical malpractice cases says that awards are not rising sharply, as critics of trial lawyers maintain. Story
> The New York Times reports on the success the food industry has had in shielding itself from obesity lawsuits following a rash of lawsuits against fast food chains two years ago. Story
> Tyco subsidiary acquires medical technology company that uses microwave ablation to treat cancer. Story
> Virginia's Loudoun Medical group says it has signed on to use the AllScripts EHR. Release
> A report published in the journal Nature concludes that the H5N1 virus, better known as avian flu, has infected migratory birds which travel to Africa, Europe and North America. Story
> New Jersey Business reports on IT use at two leading local hospitals. Story
And Finally... Memphis based Baptist Memorial is working to eliminate paper records. Story