Flu vaccine may be less potent than usual this year
The flu shot formulated for three strains may be a poor match to the dominant A Fujian virus this fall. Experts warn protection could be 50 percent or less, with some partial defense expected from cross strain similarity and ongoing studies by CDC and WHO.
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Fed holds rates steady as markets weigh end of easy money
The Federal Reserve kept the federal funds rate at 1 percent and signaled a clearer view that a three year easing period may be ending, while investors fretted about higher rates later. The Dow dipped to 9923.42 and bond yields rose to 4.36 percent amid cautious sentiment.
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HMOs Benefit Early From New Medicare Law Payments
The Bush administration says health maintenance organizations serving 4.6 million seniors will gain $1.3 billion in 2004 and 2005 under the new Medicare law. HMOs will start higher payments before drug coverage and other benefits begin, while critics argue the funds favor private insurers. The law also lays ground for drug discount cards, tax free health savings accounts, and expanded private insurer roles.
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