In 2018, total U.S. medical and health R&D investment was $194.2 billion. Of that, industry invested $129.5 billion, almost 67% of the total.
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Fewer than half of California pharmacies provide correct drug disposal info
The accuracy of drug disposal information was all over the map, depending largely on whether the call was fielded on a weekday or a weekend.
Ten years of the Affordable Care Act comes to a close: A look back, and what to expect in 2020
Former President Barack Obama’s signature health legislation was passed into law on Dec. 24, 2009, marking a fundamental shift in American healthcare.
Healthcare in 2020: Progress continues, but challenges remain
Healthcare costs will continue to be a major focus in a year that will also see health systems struggle with adequate staffing and security threats.
Americans going to the doctor less often than they were at the start of the century
In all, roughly two in three Americans said their health was "excellent" or "very good," and about a quarter said it was "good."
Gundersen, Marshfield Clinic to remain independent after calling off merger plan
Gundersen and Marshfield will continue to partner on current initiatives, like the Wisconsin National Community Oncology Research Program.
Partners HealthCare aims to bring care closer to home, lower costs
The goal of the initiative is to improve patient experience and access while reducing costs.
Omnicare and parent company CVS Health accused of prescription drug fraud
Lawsuit alleges Omnicare pushed invalid drugs out the door as quickly as possible to make more money.
Surprise billing, drug prices left to 2020
Insurers got repeal of the Cadillac tax, HIT and an extension of silver loading in year-end spending package.
Mayo Clinic names first chief digital officer
Rita Khan, who comes to the health system from UnitedHealthcare, will guide digital strategy and spearhead the launch of Mayo’s new Center for Digital Health.
