Health Care
Bipartisan senators introduce bill to close pharma competition loophole
Sens. Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) on Wednesday reintroduced legislation intended to close a loophole that drug companies...
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House Republicans open investigation into role of intermediaries in prescription drug prices
Rep. James Comer (R-Ky.), chair of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, announced Wednesday he is launching an investigation...
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COVID vaccine maker Novavax notes ‘substantial doubts’ about its future
The vaccine company Novavax, which manufactures COVID-19 vaccines, says it has “substantial doubts” about its own ability to stay in...
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HHS issues $50 million grant to Medical Reserve Corps, largest sum for program to date
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced Wednesday that $50 million in grants will be made available for...
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Eli Lilly caps insulin costs at $35 per month
The drugmaker Eli Lilly is cutting prices for its insulin and capping costs at $35 per month, the company said...
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COVID origin tensions test Biden’s China balancing act
President Biden’s balancing act with China is being tested by renewed pressure from Republicans to confront Beijing over the origins...
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At-home cardiac rehabilitation may lower risk of death: study
Veterans who participated in a home-based cardiac rehabilitation program had a 36 percent lower risk of mortality compared to people...
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SNAP cuts could lead to ‘hunger cliff,’ experts fear
A pandemic-related boost in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will be cut in every state on March 1, meaning millions of...
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These states have extended Medicaid coverage for new mothers
The Mississippi state legislature moved one step closer this week to expanding Medicaid coverage for new mothers up to a...
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Why a final answer on COVID-19’s origins remains out of reach
The Department of Energy's recent conclusion that COVID-19 likely originated from a Chinese research lab has reignited debate over whether...
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