Hospitals plan for worst this flu season

Japan's next prime minister said Friday the financial sector must be regulated to foster healthy growth and ensure no repeat of the global economic crisis, and vowed government handouts would not push the country toward socialism. >> full story

Boeing-Airbus ruling comes today

However the World Trade Organization rules today on a trade dispute between Boeing and Airbus, its decision could help slowly loosen the grip the two planemakers have held on the lucrative market for commercial planes. >> full story

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A Las Vegas pain management center and five of its health care professionals have settled with the U.S. Justice Department to resolve a lawsuit involving allegations of Medicare fraud. >> full story

Warning over rise in brain 'MoT' checks

A NEW study has raised concerns about the growing market for brain screening tests, which people can buy as part of a general health MoT. >> full story

Swine flu has killed 36 U.S. children so far

The new H1N1 swine flu virus has killed 36 U.S. children, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on Thursday. >> full story