The Trump administration's new $100,000 fee for high-skilled H-1B visa applications may be waived for doctors, as medical organizations highlight the urgent need for healthcare providers in rural areas.
Pfizer is making headlines with its $7.3 billion acquisition of Metsera, a weight loss drugmaker, as it aims to capture a share of the booming obesity drug market. This deal highlights the growing demand for innovative obesity treatments and Pfizer's strategic pivot following setbacks in its own drug pipeline.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the workforce landscape. Discover which jobs are safe from automation and which roles are at risk as employers adapt to AI's growing influence.
In a bold move against federal immigration enforcement, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a series of bills aimed at protecting immigrants in California, banning masked agents and enforcing transparency in schools and hospitals.
In Mumbai's Govandi, relentless tuberculosis threatens lives and livelihoods. As India battles a national TB crisis, experts warn that the government’s elimination goal may be out of reach. Discover the harsh realities faced by families struggling with this disease.
The Ebola crisis in the DRC has seen deaths surge by 63% in just one week, raising alarms of a potential pandemic. With 48 confirmed cases and vaccination efforts underway, health officials are on high alert.
A new panel of federal immunization advisers, appointed by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., showcases their extensive expertise in vaccines and science, sparking discussions on public health.
Merck's new injectable cancer drug, Keytruda Qlex, promises to transform patient treatment with a quick administration time and flexible dosing, all while maintaining effectiveness. Available in late September, this shift is critical as the market braces for biosimilar competition.
The U.S. Senate's failure to pass a stopgap spending bill raises the specter of a government shutdown, as Democrats demand higher healthcare funding. With the clock ticking, can a bipartisan deal be reached before the deadline?
New York and Northeastern states are forming a coalition to combat federal vaccine policy changes. Gov. Kathy Hochul emphasizes the importance of vaccination for residents amidst ongoing health challenges.
