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• Kids in Medicaid have more tooth decay

• Top psychiatrist didn’t report drug makers’ pay

• This time, Roe vs. Wade really could hang in the balance

• Obama calls McCain health plan 'radical'

• Mental-health parity sails through Congress, riding on bailout bill

• Senate approves bill to stop online rogue pharmacies

• New study traces HIV origin back 100 years

Upcoming Events

National Academy State Health Policy Conference

October 5-7,Tampa
Marriott Waterside Hotel and Marina
Viist web site for details

Board of Nursing

Oct. 8-10, Miami
Hyatt Regency Agenda 

KidCare Meeting, Volusia

Oct. 10, 1-4 p.m.. To register, contact Amber Floyd

Pediatrics Bioethics Conference

Oct. 10-11, Jacksonville
Prime Osborne Convention Center
For details, visit the web site or contact the Florida Bioethics Networks at 305-243-5723 or email

Looking Back, Looking Ahead: Medicaid Reform in Florida: Year 2

October 15, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.,Tampa
Marriott Tampa Airport
Contact Jennifer Thompson by email or at 202-687-2471

Making A Fix-It List for Health Care

Oct. 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Orlando
Englewood Neighborhood Center
For details, Stephenie Porta at 407-423-9832 or by email

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