`Inadequacies' at U.S. FDA Risk Lives, Report Says - Bloomberg.com

Bloomberg.com: Health Care: "American lives are at risk because the U.S. Food and Drug Administration lacks the funding to keep up with scientific advances, agency advisers said. "

Trade groups question new lobbying law - TheHill.com

Trade groups question new lobbying law - TheHill.com: "Trade groups like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce say a new lobbying law could require the release of their member lists, violating freedom of association protections granted by the Constitution."

A surprise turn in Iowa's Republican race - Los Angeles Times

A surprise turn in Iowa's Republican race - Los Angeles Times: "With 34 days remaining, the Republican presidential race in Iowa has broken wide open, as Mike Huckabee surges into contention with the longtime front-runner, Mitt Romney."

Union power struggle may shape California healthcare overhaul - Los Angeles Times

Union power struggle may shape California healthcare overhaul - Los Angeles Times: "Leaders of California's largest and most influential healthcare union are embroiled in an intense power struggle that could affect the shape of any deal lawmakers reach this year to overhaul the state's healthcare system. The SEIU California State Council -- the umbrella group for the local chapters of the Service Employees International Union -- has been one of the biggest pockets of resistance to Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's attempt to require all Californians to obtain medical insurance. With 600,000 members across California and tremendous influence among Democratic legislators, SEIU can make or break any deal negotiated by Schwarzenegger and legislative leaders."

Study: Unnecessary CT scans exposing patients to excessive radiation - USATODAY.com

Study: Unnecessary CT scans exposing patients to excessive radiation - USATODAY.com: "Overuse of diagnostic CT scans may cause as many as 3 million excess cancers in the USA over the next two to three decades, doctors report today"

For Democrats, Iowa Still Up for Grabs - washingtonpost.com

For Democrats, Iowa Still Up for Grabs - washingtonpost.com: "The top three Democratic presidential contenders remain locked in a close battle in Iowa, with Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (N.Y.) seeing her advantages diminish on key issues, including the questions of experience and which candidate is best prepared to handle the war in Iraq, according to a new Washington Post-ABC News Poll. Sen. Barack Obama (Ill.) draws support from 30 percent of likely Democratic caucus-goers in Iowa, compared with 26 percent for Clinton and 22 percent for former senator John Edwards (N.C.). New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson received 11 percent. The results are only marginally different from a Post-ABC poll in late July, but in a state likely to set the tone for the rest of the nominating process, there are significant signs of progress for Obama -- and harbingers of concern for Clinton. "

Politicians go begging for cash - recordnet.com

Politicians go begging for cash - recordnet.com: "New reports made available for the first time online reveal the workings of one powerful method some officials use to bolster or cement that influence - hitting up corporations or major nonprofits for contributions directed to charities of the lawmaker's choosing."