Democrats eye major Medicare expansion as part of $6T reconciliation bill
Senate Democrats are exploring a sweeping $6 trillion budget reconciliation bill that would include a major expansion of Medicare, a long-time priority of progressive lawmakers.
Exercising now can help you save big down the road
Lifelong exercise can translate to significant health care savings later on, a study suggests.
Third member of US FDA advisory panel resigns over Alzheimer's drug approval
A third member of a panel of outside advisers to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has resigned in protest over the agency's decision to approve Biogen Inc's Alzheimer's disease treatment despite the committee's recommendation against doing so.
Medicare copays for new Alzheimer's drug could soar
The first new Alzheimer’s drug in nearly 20 years has received approval from the Food and Drug Administration.
US to donate 500 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to lower-income countries
President Biden’s administration plans to donate 500 million coronavirus vaccine doses produced by Pfizer Inc. to the rest of the world, according to people familiar with the plans.
How will insurers cover Biogen's new Alzheimer's drug?
Federal regulators have approved the first new drug for Alzheimer’s disease in nearly 20 years, leaving patients waiting to see how insurers will handle the pricey new treatment.
Biogen's stock soars as Alzheimer's drug costs revealed after FDA approval
Biogen Inc. shares were on track for their biggest gain on record after the drugmaker released pricing for its recently approved Alzheimer’s drug Aduhelm.
Breast-cancer pill reduces recurrence, death risks, study shows
A new study from the New England Journal of Medicine found that Lynparza, a breast cancer medication, lead to a decrease in death and recurrence of breast cancer. Professor and Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marty Makary told Maria Bartiromo the development is “good news."
Justices reject Johnson & Johnson appeal of $2B talc verdict
The Supreme Court is leaving in place a $2 billion verdict in favor of women who claim they developed ovarian cancer from using Johnson & Johnson talc products.
Johnson & Johnson asks Supreme Court to void $2B talcum powder cancer verdict
Pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson is asking the United States Supreme Court to review the $2 billion verdict against it in favor of women who said the company’s talc products contain asbestos and can cause ovarian cancer.
Amazon rolls out ZenBooth for warehouse employees
The tiny booths, also known as "Mindful Practice Rooms," are part of the e-commerce giant's recently announced WorkingWell program.
CVS offers perks for vaccines, following United Airlines
CVS announced Thursday that it has partnered with several companies to launch what it’s calling the #OneStepCloser sweepstakes.
US cities with the most mosquitoes
The newest additions to this year's list are three West Coast cities: Seattle, San Diego and Fresno.
COVID testing’s value shrinks as vaccines beat back virus
Federal health officials’ new, more relaxed recommendations on masks have all but eclipsed another major change in guidance from the government: Fully vaccinated Americans can largely skip getting tested for the coronavirus.
Hand sanitizer recall expanded due to presence of methanol: FDA
The Food and Drug Administration has repeatedly stressed that Methanol-- a substance often used to create fuel and antifreeze
New technology helps improve lives of people living with dementia
Tover founder and CEO Hester Anderiesen Le Riche explains how light animation games are being used to help people living with dementia.
Prescription drug pricing media battle draws big spending from both sides
An organization working to lower prescription drug prices is launching a seven-figure ad blitz that spotlights patients calling on members of Congress "to keep their promises" by supporting a drug pricing reform bill that would give Medicare the power to negotiate "lower prices for all Americans."
Varney: COVID adding to border crisis, confusion at home
FOX Business' Stuart Varney weighs in on the coronavirus and the border crisis during his latest "My Take."
CDC's new COVID mask guidance a 'game changer' for travel industry: Airbnb CEO
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky discusses the surge in the travel industry as coronavirus restrictions wind down with FOX Business' Susan Li.
Health care costs in retirement climb to new high for couples and singles
Many Americans are revisiting their retirement savings strategies due to the pandemic, but while savings may have declined or been tapped into, retirement expenses have continued to rise.

















