Friday, March 25, 2022: D.C. News

Senator Mitt Romney said that he is working with GOP leadership on a COVID-19 funding counterproposal after receiving a new offer from Democrats. He said the proposals contain new ways to pay for the pandemic funding, and that Democrats proposed one set of pay-fors...

Friday, March 25, 2022: Health IT

Google announced it is launching a new feature in search that allows people to book health care appointments. Users looking to book a check-up or a same-day visit can use Google Search to see the availability of select health care providers in their area. Google is...

Friday, March 25, 2022: M&A

UnitedHealth Group’s Optum unit purchased Refresh Mental Health from private equity firm Kelso & Co. Refresh, founded in 2017, operates a network of more than 300 outpatient mental health, substance use disorder, and eating disorder centers spanning 37...

Friday, March 25, 2022: M&A

The U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit on Tuesday affirmed a lower court ruling that blocked Hackensack Meridian Health from acquiring Englewood Hospital. The federal appeals court said the Federal Trade Commission has a strong case to block the...