Healthcare

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?

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.

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.

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 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.

Creatine is one of the top supplements for athletes. Why is there a current creatine shortage?

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.

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 workers are petitioning for abortion rights to fight the anti-abortion measures freckling the nation and reshape unfair practices at Google.

The FDA has officially cleared some hearing aids to be sold over the counter. Where can you get them? We'll break down all of the 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.

A national lidocaine shortage caused by supply chain issues has some doctors canceling surgeries or delaying procedures. What caused the shortage?

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.

Of late, tech companies have been quite interested in healthcare companies. Why are tech companies buying healthcare companies?

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.

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.

The world has a promising Lyme disease vaccine candidate courtesy of Pfizer Inc. (PFE) and its partner in the process, Valneva SE (VALN).

Insulin is a necessity for many, yet it can be one of the most expensive prescriptions. What does it cost to make insulin?

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 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?

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.

Now that WHO has declared monkeypox a global health emergency, what's SIGA Technologies stock's forecast?

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.

Amazon announced its $3.9 billion acquisition of primary health care company One Medical on Thursday. Why did Amazon buy One Medical?

Medicare Advantage plans seem to offer numerous benefits but are looked down upon for many reasons. Are they good or bad?

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 caused a shortage in IV contrast, epidural medication, and catheters, which could impact the availability of epidural infusions.

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 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?

The FDA has revised its emergency use authorization for Paxlovid. Can pharmacists prescribe the COVID-19 drug now?

Researchers claim to have created a hangover-curing pill, which they've named Myrkl. Here’s the company behind it and who’s investing.

How much is urgent care without insurance? See how out-of-pocket costs for urgent care vary by location, and find out when to visit an ER instead.

Plan B is owned by Foundation Consumer Healthcare. Does the company have stock and is it publicly traded? Here are all the details for investors.

CVS drug stores are capping Plan B purchases, but it isn't necessarily because of a shortage. Why are purchases being capped? Here's what to expect.

Since Roe v. Wade's overturn, people are turning to emergency contraceptive pills, or "Plan B." Which company owns the Plan B pill?

Danco Laboratories, which manufactures abortion pill Mifeprex, is seeing interest from investors. Is its stock publicly traded?

After a $40 million lawsuit settlement, Juul is facing trouble again. This time, the company's e-cigarettes have been completely banned by the FDA.

In the latest update on the Roundup cancer case, owner Bayer hoped thousands of cases would get dismissed. The court upheld the finding that Roundup caused cancer.