The COVID-19 vaccine was said to be 95% effective. But what does that really mean? It turns out, the number is not as straightforward as it seems. The 95% figure is based on relative risk reduction. When you look at absolute risk reduction, the picture changes. The actual reduction in risk for the a
Pfizer has been making waves in the pharmaceutical world. It recently outmaneuvered Novo Nordisk to secure a deal for Metsera. This win has given Pfizer's stock a boost. But the company's success isn't just about one deal. Pfizer's third-quarter earnings were impressive. They beat Wall Street's exp
Texas just made a big move against Pfizer. They settled a lawsuit for $41. 5 million. This was about a medicine called Quillivant XR. It's used to treat ADHD in kids. The issue? Tests showed the drug didn't work as it should. It didn't dissolve in the body. But the company kept saying it was fine.
Pfizer's decision to offload its remaining shares in BioNTech (BNTX) has raised eyebrows. This move hints at a lack of faith in BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine and its stock potential. BioNTech, once a profit powerhouse, is now facing significant losses. Its shares, though not cheap, reflect a company s
India is working hard to create its own tech solutions. The government wants to reduce dependence on foreign tech giants. They have started using local platforms like Zoho Mail, Koo, and Sandes. This push for self-reliance is part of a bigger goal to challenge the U. S. -dominated digital world. Th
Honduras is in the spotlight as it prepares for a crucial presidential election. The race is tight, with three main candidates vying for the top spot. Rixi Moncada, from the leftist LIBRE party, is up against Nasry Asfura of the conservative National Party and Salvador Nasralla of the centrist Liber
Lung cancer screening guidelines might be missing a lot of people who need them. Right now, rules say only certain adults can get yearly CT scans. But a new study shows that this leaves out most people with lung cancer. Only about one-third would even qualify for these life-saving scans. Take Carla
Eli Lilly, a big name in the drug world, just hit a huge milestone. It became the first healthcare company to reach a market value of $1 trillion. That's a lot of money! The company's stock hit this mark briefly during trading but then settled a bit lower, with each share going for around $1, 048.
Saudi Arabia is taking small steps to loosen its grip on alcohol restrictions. Two new stores are in the works, one for Aramco's non-Muslim employees and another for diplomats in Jeddah. This move is part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's push to modernize the kingdom. The planned store in Dhah
Central Michigan University is making a big move. They are planning to bring all their medical students to Saginaw. This is a huge deal. Right now, students are split between Mount Pleasant and Saginaw. But soon, everyone will be in one place. The university got two big donations. Each was $40 mill
