Healthcare

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

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.

The healthcare industry might be facing a new shortage — this time, hydrocodone. Here's what we know about the drug and its availability.

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?

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says the state will begin manufacturing insulin to offer a more affordable option for diabetes patients.

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.

E-cigarette maker Juul's appeal to the FDA to allow sales of its tobacco-flavored products in the U.S. may be rejected. Why is Juul getting banned?

Tampons are the latest addition to the U.S. shortage list. How long will the tampon shortage last?

Pfizer and Moderna both offer a COVID-19 vaccine for kids under five. Now, the FDA has approved both vaccines for children over six months of age.

Supply-chain issues are impacting everything from food to clothes, and even important drugs. Is there an insulin shortage in the U.S.?

Eli Lilly and Co. stock is on the move. What’s the forecast for LLY stock as the FDA approves its alopecia drug? Here's what investors can expect.

Wegovy is Novo Nordisk’s blockbuster drug for weight loss. Why's there a Wegovy shortage?

Egg donation and surrogacy are often advertised as having high compensation for very little effort, but they're significant commitments and not an easy way to make money.

Novavax has a new COVID-19 vaccine available and it has already shown some promise. Where is Novavax made and when will it be available to the public?

Moderna announced strong results for its vaccine against the omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus on June 8. When will omicron booster be available?

Tirzepatide has recently shown great potential in weight loss trials. Who makes tirzepatide?

The World Health Organization is talking about creating a treaty for future pandemics. Here's the pandemic treaty, explained.

You can buy healthcare stocks with 1,000 percent upside potential for under $1. What are the top healthcare stocks with 1,000 percent or more upside potential?

A look into Senator Rick Scott's Medicare fraud and why its still haunting him amid his plans for Social Security and Medicare.

About two and a half years into the COVID-19 pandemic, you can still get tested for free in the U.S. Here are your options. The government is giving out more free tests.

North Korea recently acknowledged that it has detected its first-ever outbreak of the COVID-19 virus. How did the country remain COVID free for so long?

Investors are becoming more interested in mental health companies. Here are mental health stocks to consider for your portfolio as the segment materializes.

Some CVS stores are closing across the U.S. and customers are being directed to alternative outlets. What stores are closing and why is the company making changes?

Due to COVID-19 lockdowns in Shanghai, many hospitals are anticipating an IV contrast shortage, which will mean rationing the supply for diagnostic imaging.

Talk of the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade has amplified following the release of leaked documents. What states have abortion trigger ban laws in place?

Global eye care company Bausch + Lomb is going public this week with likely the second-largest IPO in 2022. Here's what investors can expect.

Vaccines have been the focus in the health industry for the last few years, but now, the allergy immunotherapy market is grabbing attention.