Health Care

Most Venture-Backed IPOs Since 2000

Although not quite at dot com boom levels, the U.S. is seeing the most venture-backed IPOs since the tech bubble. Fifty-five companies with venture financing have priced this year, the most seen in the same period since 2000, when there were 148, according to Dealogic.

Most Venture-Backed IPOs Since 2000

Although not quite at dot com boom levels, the U.S. is seeing the most venture-backed IPOs since the tech bubble. Fifty-five companies with venture financing have priced this year, the most seen in the same period since 2000, when there were 148, according to Dealogic.

Why You Should Think Twice Before Drinking Tap Water

The Environmental Protection Agency is scrambling to remove toxic chemicals from drinking water in California, New Jersey and New York, among other states, in the wake of findings from a new study.

Consumer Groups Press Yum's KFC to Tighten Antibiotic Rules

Consumer groups will deliver a petition from more than 350,000 people to the KFC restaurant chain on Wednesday, calling on the Yum Brands Inc unit to stop the routine use of antibiotics by the companies that supply its chicken.

13 Healthcare Stats That Will Blow You Away

Healthcare is not only critical to our well-being, but it's also one worth watching because of its effect on our wallets. Its costs can make us poor, but if we invest in it, we may be able to profit handsomely.

Can Valeant Save Itself?

Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc will sell billions of dollars of non-core assets and could accept offers for its main businesses, its chief executive said on Tuesday, as the drugmaker worked to restore investor trust after a year of bad news.

What Nest Egg? Two-Thirds of Americans Can't Cover $1,000 Emergency

You have finally reached your retirement age and are feeling comfortable that your nest egg will take care of your financial needs for as long as you need. But do you have an emergency slush fund set up for those unforeseen home repair or medical expenses?

Humana Posts Surprise Rise in Revenue

Humana reported better-than-anticipated earnings and a surprise rise in revenue in the most recent quarter as a key measure of the company's medical costs fell.

Fitbit Profit Underperforms

Wearable device maker Fitbit Inc reported a 10.5 percent fall in quarterly profit as the company continues to invest heavily amid rising competition.