American Medical Association Invests in Healthcare Startup

According to MDDIonline.com, “On Monday, Dr. James Madara, the chief executive officer of the American Medical Association, the country’s largest physician association, announced the launch of Health2047, a new startup that will leverage the expertise of...

Shire Agrees to Buy Baxalta for $32 Billion

According to the Wall Street Journal, “Shire PLC’s six-month pursuit of peer Baxalta Inc. took a big step forward Monday when the pair announced a $32.2 billion tie-up, in one of the few ever cash-and-stock deals involving a company recently separated from its...

Shire Said in Advanced Talks to Acquire Drugmaker Baxalta

According to Bloomberg.com, “Shire Plc is in advanced talks to acquire Baxalta Inc. for about $32 billion in cash and stock, excluding debt, according to people familiar with the matter.  The two drugmakers may announce a deal as soon as this week, the people...