Healthcare

Wisconsin Honors 22 Employers as Vets Ready Employers for 2024

The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has recognized 22 employers for their exceptional efforts in hiring and supporting veterans and their families, awarding them the Vets Ready Employer designation for 2024. These employers have gone above and beyond what is required to provide meaningful employment opportunities for veterans.

BioNTech Enters Settlement Agreements Over Vaccine Royalties

BioNTech has entered into two separate settlement agreements with the U.S. National Institutes of Health and the University of Pennsylvania regarding royalty payments for its COVID-19 vaccine.

King Charles III Honors Military Veterans and Healthcare Workers in Christmas Message

In his annual Christmas Day message, King Charles III reflected on the timeless teachings of Jesus Christ, highlighting the importance of compassion, service, and unity. Addressing the British Commonwealth, the King honored the sacrifices of military veterans, particularly those from D-Day, and expressed gratitude for healthcare workers who supported him and his family through health challenges.

Why Chris Wright’s Pragmatic Approach to Energy Policy is Stirring Controversy

As North Carolina continues to recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene, families face an ongoing struggle without access to basic necessities like power. This hardship has reignited national debates surrounding energy production, climate change, and the role of government in addressing these challenges. Amid these discussions, President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Chris Wright as Secretary of Energy has become a lightning rod for criticism, largely from those pushing a fear-driven climate agenda.

Ukraine Secures $1.1 Billion from IMF for Budget Needs

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced Monday that the country has received $1.1 billion in financial assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Trump Vows to Tackle Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) to Lower Drug Costs

At a recent press conference at Mar-a-Lago, President-elect Donald Trump made a bold promise to take on the powerful Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) responsible for inflating prescription drug prices in the U.S. Trump criticized PBMs, calling them a “horrible middleman” that profits by driving up drug costs without adding value. He vowed to eliminate the middleman and reduce drug prices to levels “that nobody has ever seen before.”

Federal Prosecution Could Mean Death Penalty for Accused Killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Former Judge Andrew Napolitano told Newsmax on Thursday that Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, could face the death penalty if federal prosecutors pursue charges of murder as an act of terrorism.

Supreme Court to Decide on South Carolina’s Medicaid Funding for Planned Parenthood

The U.S. Supreme Court agreed on Wednesday to hear a case regarding whether South Carolina can eliminate Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood clinics due to their provision of abortion services.

U.S. Healthcare Spending Reaches $4.9 Trillion in 2023

Healthcare spending in the United States surged by 7.5% to $4.9 trillion in 2023, driven by increased medical service use and rising enrollment in private health plans, according to a report from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

RFK Jr. Earned Millions in 2023 Despite Presidential Campaign and Vaccine Skepticism

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services, earned approximately $10.7 million in 2023, with much of his income stemming from his work with various law firms and his leadership of a vaccine-skeptic nonprofit. According to recently amended financial disclosures filed as part of his presidential campaign, Kennedy also holds significant assets, including between $500,001 and $1 million in Bitcoin and commercial real estate in Chicago worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

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