ALSO NOTED: WHO battles counterfeit med devices; Brand-name drug spending jumps; and much more...

> The World Health Organization launches a task force tasked with fighting the distribution of counterfeit medical devices. Article

> An HHS study sees a dramatic jump in spending on brand-name outpatient drugs. Article

> HCA decides to re-up on its contract with United Healthcare. Article

> Employers continue to eye overseas options for expensive procedures. Article

> Researchers study the effects of stress on split-second healthcare decision-making. Article

> A group of healthcare industry stakeholders has come together to promote "medical banking" standards. Report

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