Rand Paul slams Moderna CEO on failing to concede to studies on rare heart inflammation due to vaccine
Sen. Rand Paul slammed Moderna CEO Stephane Bancel during a Wednesday Senate hearing over the CEO's rebuking of studies showing negative side effects after receiving the Moderna vaccine.
Happiest countries in the world for 2023
The U.S. was 15th in rankings from the 2023 World Happiness Report. The report, which was published on Monday, said Finland and Denmark took the top two spots, respectively.
California announces partnership with drug manufacturer to create affordable insulin: 'Game changer'
California is partnering with nonprofit drug manufacturer Civica Rx to create affordable insulin in hopes of bringing financial relief to millions of Americans who need the drug.
Frozen fruit recalled over risk of Hepatitis A contamination
Frozen strawberries and other fruit were recalled by the Oregon-based Scenic Fruit Company due to a possible risk of Hepatitis A contamination. Consumers should not consume the food.
Elizabeth Holmes back in court seeking to stay out of prison
Disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes appeared in federal court Friday as she seeks to remain out of prison while she appeals her fraud and conspiracy convictions.
Moderna adding 2,000 new workers this year
Moderna will add to its workforce and its U.S. real estate footprint, the biotech company announced in a press release Friday. The employees will be added by the end of the year.
FDA says it's 'working to address' shortage of albuterol product used in hospitals
There is a scarcity of a certain albuterol medication product – and the Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday night that it is "working to address" that.
US probe of dog breeder scrutinizes why USDA left thousands of beagles to suffer
USDA took no action against drug maker Envigo who had to forfeit 4,000 beagles after mistreating them. Envigo settled civil charges but Grand Jury explores legal options.
New drugs are coming to market at sky-high prices
To avoid government penalties for raising drug prices, pharmaceutical companies are releasing drugs at higher prices with hefty rebates to maintain profitability.
Ozempic for weight loss could be deadly: It should not be 'given out like candy,' doctor warns
Fox News medical contributor Dr. Janette Nesheiwat is sounding off on the popular drug Ozempic, a diabetes medicine that is being used for weight loss.
Biden proposes tax increase for those making over $400K to boost Medicare funding
President Biden is looking to increase taxes on those making more than $400,000 in an effort to boost funding for Medicare.
Biden proposes tax hike on Americans making over $400,000 to fund Medicare
The White House is floating higher taxes on wealthy U.S. households as part of an effort to shore up funding for Medicare, which faces insolvency in 2028.
Americans take a break from the weekend on 'bare minimum Mondays'
Americans voice their support for – and reluctance to – a new workplace trend called "bare minimum Monday," where workers start their weeks doing as little as possible.
Walmart nearly doubles number of health care centers
Walmart announced that its nearly doubling the footprint of its health centers by next year. This includes expanding into two new states and deepening its investment in Texas.
GE plans to invest over $450 million to upgrade US manufacturing in 2023
General Electric will invest $450 million in manufacturing. It will allocate $335 million of that to aerospace and $117 million to healthcare ahead of a planned divesture.
Congress investigates how pharma middlemen affect drug prices
House Republicans are investigating pharmacy-benefit managers, middlemen in drug price negotiations, over whether they create unnecessary costs for prescription drugs.
This city named 'happiest' in America for third consecutive year: report
A California city was named the happiest in America for the third consecutive year, according to a new WalletHub report. Two other cities in the state were in the top five.
Pfizer in talks to acquire Seagen in deal likely valued at more than $30B
Pfizer, one of the world’s biggest pharmaceutical companies, is flush with cash from the COVID-19 pandemic and hopes the Seagen acquisition will help grow revenue.
Shrimp sold at Walmart, Albertsons, other stores recalled over health risk
New York-based Kawasho Foods USA Inc. issued a recall for some of its canned shrimp follow reports that cans were swelling, leaking and bursting, according to a recall notice.
NYC unveils first indoor pickleball courts as game trends in US: Sport is for 'everyone,' Life Time CEO says
Life Time founder and CEO Bahram Akradi and pro pickleball player Simone Jardim share excitement for the new facility and details on the growth of the sport.