Engineered Antibodies Pry Apart The Most Difficult Viruses

New structural insights reveal a clever new use of antibodies to treat and possibly prevent infections by on the of the world’s deadliest viruses.

Centene Latest Health Insurer To Shakeup Management Ranks

Centene is bolstering its management team by creating two new senior executive positions as health insurers battle higher costs and new policies at the federal level.

1.6 Million Teens Are Vaping. Health Risks Are Worse Than You Think

Research reveals vaping is linked to serious health risks risks in teens. With 1.6 million kids vaping, here’s what parents and policymakers should know, from a doctor

Increasing Burdens Of Medical Debt And Bankruptcy Are Uniquely American

On top of the current financial burdens for those trying to pay healthcare bills, medical debt can lead to undertreatment in future across a spectrum of health needs.

Medicaid Work Requirements Go Live Soon. Here’s How Many Could Lose Coverage

Medicaid work requirements start going live this summer. What early states Nebraska and Montana reveal about who how many will lose coverage—and why.

What SpaceX’s IPO Means For The Space Economy

The science of a perfect espresso. How AI can help treat heart disease. NASA’s on its way back to the Moon. All that and more in this week’s edition of The Prototype.

Thus Far, Most Favored Nation Drug Prices Have Had Little Impact On Consumers

Despite a flurry of executive actions and rhetoric about their supposed impact, thus far most favored nation policies have had little effect on prices that consumers pay.

FDA Approves New Oral Weight Loss Pill Foundayo — Here’s What To Know

A doctor discusses common issues and questions around Foundayo, the oral obesity pill approved by the FDA this week.

‘Medicare By Choice’ Plans Could Work, But More Details Needed

Medicare by Choice would make available Medicare-like health plans to everyone who wants such coverage. These would then compete against private plans.

What ‘Hire The Best Person’ Misses About How Hiring Actually Works

Hiring isn’t a neutral process. Why access, networks and visibility shape who gets considered — and what that means for merit.