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Walgreens’ CEO Told Forbes That Listening Is Important. Then The Abortion Pill Saga Erupted

Interviewed by Forbes’ Moira Forbes at the 2021 Forbes Power Women Summit, Walgreens CEO Roz Brewer emphasized the need for leaders to have “a strong sense of empathy, listening skills.” Now as Brewer faces the abortion pill controversy, some wonder wh…

This Founder Is Getting Closer To Solving The Organ Shortage

Dr. Joseph Tector’s “Soul Possessing” Mission to Gene-Edit Pig Organs and Eliminate Waitlist: “I believe it will happen in my lifetime”

From Limbo To CEO: An Immigrant’s Journey In 3D Bioprinting

For one bioprinting technology company, getting the CEO through the green card maze during the pandemic was the first step toward helping pharmaceutical companies discover and develop new drugs at lower costs.

This Entrepreneur Is Tackling Antibiotic Resistant Infections With A Tool That Can Detect UTIs

Antibiotic resistant infections kill 1.2M people each year. Rochelle Niemeijer, cofounder of Nostics, wants to help fight the misuse and overuse of antibiotics that contribute to this problem. Nostics is starting with tackling a common ailment: UTIs.

Digital Healthcare Company Speeds Development And Delivery Of New Drugs

During the pandemic, healthcare took a turn toward digital. For one company, it was an opportunity to transform the way clinical trials are conducted, without sacrificing scientific rigor.

How Working Moms Can Make The Most Of Maternity Leave

No matter what the duration of your maternity leave, there is no denying that this is valuable time — and you should strive to make the most of it before you return to the demands of work.

Twentyeight Health Announces $8.3 Million In Funding, Making Health Care More Accessible To BIPOC And Underserved Communities

Over the last two years, the company has expanded across the U.S. — growing from six to 34 states and covering more than 85% of women of reproductive age.

Ruling Could Cut Off 40 Million Women’s Abortion Access, NARAL Study Says

Anti-abortion advocates are trying to revoke the FDA’s approval of the abortion pill mifepristone, and a ruling could come within weeks.

With $22.3 Million In Venture Capital, A Startup Is Transforming Maternity Care

Improving the care pregnant people receive and reducing the cost of childbirth has inspired three entrepreneurs to create a new model of care that also reduces the likelihood of preterm birth and cesarean deliveries.

How To Turn Your Brain Off At Night, According To A Sleep Psychologist

Dr. Jade Wu shares her favorite tips to help even the most high-strung among us get better rest.