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PENNSYLVANIA — The Commonwealth’s Behavioral Health Council, a first for the state, held its inaugural meeting on Tuesday. The council was established by Executive Order in October with the aim …
First-of-its-Kind Behavioral Health Council Convenes in Pennsylvania to Enhance Healthcare Delivery Read More
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently finalized a consent order that resolves potential competition issues arising from Amgen Inc.’s acquisition of Horizon Therapeutics plc. This follows the dismissal of …
FTC Finalizes Consent Order in Amgen’s Acquisition of Horizon Therapeutics, Ensuring Continued Pharmaceutical Competition Read More
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently announced that it has moved to dismiss its case against pharmaceutical giant Sanofi following the company’s decision to terminate its proposed acquisition of an …
FTC Dismisses Case Against Sanofi After Termination of Proposed Acquisition of Pompe Disease Drug License from Maze Therapeutics Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a move to strengthen Pennsylvania’s long-term care workforce, leaders from the Pennsylvania Departments of Health (DOH), Human Services (DHS) and Aging (PDA) convened at The Gardens at …
Pennsylvania Departments of Health, Human Services, and Aging Boost Long-Term Care Workforce Development Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a collaborative effort to improve the state’s long-term care communities, leaders from the Pennsylvania Departments of Health (DOH) and Human Services (DHS), along with representatives from older …
ICYMI: Pennsylvania’s Shapiro Administration Bolsters Long-Term Care with Enhanced Support Services Read More
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed an amicus brief on November 20, 2023, addressing the anticompetitive harm resulting from improperly listed patents in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) “Approved …
FTC Files Amicus Brief Highlighting Anticompetitive Harm from Improperly Listed Patents in FDA’s ‘Orange Book’ Read More
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced recently that it is suing to block John Muir Health’s proposed $142.5 million deal to acquire sole ownership of the San Ramon Regional Medical …
FTC Sues to Block John Muir Health’s $142.5M Acquisition of San Ramon Regional Medical Center Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Senate approved Senate Bill 668 on Wednesday, legislation aimed at enhancing the quality and availability of service at long-term care facilities across the state. The bill …
Pennsylvania Senate Approves Bill to Address Workforce Shortage in Long-Term Care Facilities Read More
The terms healthcare and health care are ubiquitous in the medical field, often used interchangeably. Despite their similarities, there’s a subtle distinction between the two that can significantly impact their …
The Subtle Differences Between Healthcare and Health Care: A Comprehensive Guide Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Department of Human Service (DHS) Secretary, Dr. Val Arkoosh, recently joined forces with Sue Daugherty, CEO of MANNA, and representatives from Pennsylvania’s seven physical health Medicaid managed …
Pennsylvania DHS and MANNA Collaborate to Enhance Nutritional Support in Medicaid Program Read More