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Thinking About Freezing Your Eggs? Here's What Insurance May Cover
Extracting eggs from your ovaries and freezing them so they can be used at a later date can be expensive, so is egg freezing covered by insurance?
Amazon Pharmacy Announces RxPass for Prime Members — Is It a Good Deal?
Amazon has announced RxPass, which is a new benefit for Prime members. Is Amazon RxPass with Amazon Pharmacy a good deal? Here's what we know.Hype Builds Around Using Diabetes Drug Ozempic for Weight Loss
Who owns Ozempic? With the brand name of semaglutide, many people want to know more about Ozempic. The diabetes drug is popular for weight loss.What to Do If You Can't Find Children's Medicine This Winter
A children's medicine shortage due to increased childhood illnesses is causing parents to seek other options for their sick children this winter.Sunny Balwani Sentenced to Nearly 13 Years in Prison
A jury has found former Theranos COO Sunny Balwani guilty on all 12 counts of fraud. Here’s what to know about his sentencing.Is There an Amoxicillin Shortage? Parents Seek Answers as Viruses Surge
Amoxicillin, a common treatment for bacterial infections, has been added to the FDA's list of drug shortages. Here are the reasons behind the shortage.Nationwide Adderall Shortage Expected to Last Into 2023 — Here's Why
There's a long list of medications on the FDA drug shortage list, but is ADHD medication Adderall on the 2022 list? Here's what you need to know.Millions of Americans Struggle to Afford Insulin, Despite Low Cost to Produce
Even though insulin is a necessity for many, it's one of the most expensive prescriptions. What does it cost to manufacture insulin and why do consumers end up paying high prices?Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Are Now Available — How Much Do They Cost?
The FDA has officially cleared some hearing aids to be sold over the counter. When and where can you get them? We'll break down all of the details.These Stores Will Give You a Gift Card for Getting Your Flu Shot in 2022
CVS is giving out $5 off $20 purchase coupons to those who get their flu vaccine. What stores will be giving out gift cards for flu shots in 2022?Medicare Premiums Are Changing for 2023 — Are They Going Up?
The U.S. just released Medicare premiums for 2023, and it looks like policyholders will pay different amounts than before (some more, some less).Do Companies Still Have Vaccine Mandates? The Answer Might Surprise You
When COVID-19 vaccines were first available, businesses had to navigate whether to create vaccine mandates for employees. Do companies still have vaccine mandates in place?Elizabeth Holmes Awaits Sentencing and Seeks a New Trial — Is She in Jail?
Elizabeth Holmes had her trial delayed during COVID-19 and was convicted early in 2022. The Theranos founder isn't in jail while awaiting sentencing.Juul Agrees to $438.5 Million Settlement for Targeting Teens
Here’s Juul $438.5 million settlement in a lawsuit filed by several states that claim the company’s marketing tactics targeted teenagers, explained in more detail.Small Window Open for Signify Stock Before CVS Acquisition
Signify Health stock is trending upwards amid news of an official acquisition by major drugstore chain CVS Health. Is it a buy or should you hold out?FDA Approves Omicron Booster Shot — When Will It Be Available?
On August 31, 2022, the FDA cleared both Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech to issue bivalent formulations of their COVID-19 vaccines for use as an omicron booster shot.Pharmacist Shortage Is Becoming More Acute — Is There a Way Out?
Have you experienced long lines when trying to pick up prescriptions? The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the pharmaceutical industry. There's a pharmacist shortage in 2022.IGM Biosciences Forecast — Analysts Predict Upside
The stock for IGM Biosciences (IGMS) could be facing an upside, according to Wall Street analysts. Here’s the forecast and why analysts expect upside.Moderna Is Suing Pfizer and BioNTech Over Patent Misuse
Moderna and Pfizer produced vaccines in record time to help people get inoculated against COVID-19. Why is Moderna suing Pfizer? Here's what we know.Amazon Is Taking a Break From Its Amazon Care Venture—Here's Why
Amazon may have spread itself too thin in the healthcare industry, and is getting rid of Amazon Care.The Five Best Nasdaq-Listed Biotech Penny Stocks to Buy Now
Several Nasdaq-listed biotech startups are trading under $5. What are the best penny stocks to buy now?A Creatine Shortage Is Making the Supplement Expensive
Creatine is one of the top supplements for athletes. Why is there a current creatine shortage?Dr. Fauci to Step Down as White House Chief Medical Advisor — Why?
On August 22, 2022, Dr. Anthony Fauci announced that in December, he will be stepping down as director of NIAID and as Chief Medical Advisor to President Joe Biden.New Gene Therapy Becomes Most Expensive Drug Ever at $2.8M
The FDA has approved a gene therapy that's now the most expensive drug ever. Here's what we know about the drug and it's really high price tag.Google Employees Are Petitioning for Abortion Rights: What to Know
Google workers are petitioning for abortion rights to fight the anti-abortion measures freckling the nation and reshape unfair practices at Google.Hearing Aids Will Be Available Over the Counter Soon — Details
The FDA changed guidelines to allow the sale of hearing aids over-the-counter to those over 18 with mild to moderate hearing impairment.Lidocaine Shortage Is “Like McDonald’s Running Out of Cheeseburgers”
A national lidocaine shortage caused by supply chain issues has some doctors canceling surgeries or delaying procedures. What caused the shortage?Kaiser Permanente Staff Strike Over Lack of Mental Health Care Access
Over 2,000 Kaiser Permanente mental health clinicians in California started an opened-ended strike on August 15, 2022, saying the provider needs to expand access to mental health care.TikTokkers Contributed to an Ozempic Drug Shortage for Diabetes Patients
TikTok contributed to an Ozempic shortage after users touted the drug as a weight-loss treatment instead of its indicated use for diabetes.Zantac Lawsuits Drive Big Pharma Stocks Down — Who Owns the Drug?
Sanofi owns the rights to Zantac. However, several companies, including Pfizer, have marketed the product in the past. Here's what know about the drug and its lawsuits.Why Is Big Tech Buying Healthcare Companies? It’s the Data and Market, Stupid
Of late, tech companies have been quite interested in healthcare companies. Why are tech companies buying healthcare companies?Certain States Criminalize Abortions — And Impose Harsh Punishments
Several states have abortion bans in place that ultimately make the procedure illegal and worthy of criminal punishments. In some states, getting an abortion will lead to being arrested.HSA Accounts Help Combat Inflation Due to Tax Benefits
A health savings account (HSA) could help you combat inflation thanks to its tax benefits. Here's what we know about an HSA account as a hedge against inflation.When Will the Pfizer Lyme Disease Vaccine Be Here and Will It Work?
The world has a promising Lyme disease vaccine candidate courtesy of Pfizer Inc. (PFE) and its partner in the process, Valneva SE (VALN).Pfizer to Acquire Global Blood Therapeutics, Achieves Long-Time Goal
Pfizer is acquiring Global Blood Therapeutics in a deal valued at $5.4 billion, which helps Pfizer realize its long-time goal of having a sickle-cell disease portfolio.CVS Wants to Acquire Signify—The Potential Deal, Explained
CVS reportedly has plans to put in a bid to acquire Signify Health. What are the expected terms of the deal, and will it go through?States Expand Access to Monkeypox Vaccines — Who’s Eligible Amid Short Supply?
Most states are only providing the monkeypox vaccine to certain populations since it's in short supply. Find out who is eligible for the monkeypox vaccine.Hydrocodone, the Most Prescribed Opioid in the U.S., Might Face a Shortage
The healthcare industry might be facing a new shortage — this time, hydrocodone. Here's what we know about the drug and its availability.Is the Cassava Sciences Lawsuit Legit or a Product of Short-Selling?
As Cassava Sciences endures class action lawsuits, questions remain: Are the investigations legitimate or a product of short-seller gamification?SIGA Technologies Stock: Lots of Potential on WHO Monkeypox Declaration
Now that WHO has declared monkeypox a global health emergency, what's SIGA Technologies stock's forecast?A Case of Polio Emerged in New York — Are Vaccines Readily Available?
Polio vaccines still exist and are included in the CDC’s standard child immunization schedule. With a case recently emerging in New York, health officials urge the unvaccinated to get vaccinated.One Medical Stock Skyrockets 70% After Amazon Buyout
Amazon announced its $3.9 billion acquisition of primary health care company One Medical on Thursday. Why did Amazon buy One Medical?Why Medicare Advantage Plans Might Not be As Good As They Sound
Medicare Advantage plans seem to offer numerous benefits but are looked down upon for many reasons. Are they good or bad?Why Boycott Walgreens? Birth Control, Baby Formula Controversy
Consumers are fed up with Walgreens over reported controversy surrounding birth control and baby formula. As a result, boycotts are ensuing.Supply Chain Disruptions Have Led to an Epidural Shortage
Supply chain disruptions have caused a shortage in IV contrast, epidural medication, and catheters, which could impact the availability of epidural infusions.Is the Newly Approved Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine Better Than Moderna?
The FDA has approved the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use. Here’s the Novavax vaccine compares to Moderna — and how to get it.HRA Pharma Doesn’t Have Stock: How to Invest in Opill Maker
HRA Pharma has filed with the FDA for the first-ever OTC birth control pill in the country. Does HRA Pharma have stock and can you invest in the company?California to Manufacture Insulin, But Availability Date Remains Unclear
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says the state will begin manufacturing insulin to offer a more affordable option for diabetes patients.FDA Authorizes Pharmacists to Prescribe Pfizer’s Paxlovid
The FDA has revised its emergency use authorization for Paxlovid. Can pharmacists prescribe the COVID-19 drug now?
