
What We're Reading: DOJ Skeptical About Anthem-Cigna Merger
What we're reading, June 30, 2016: concerns over Anthem-Cigna deal may mean the government moves to block the merger; why the price of childhood vaccines is actually too low; and saturated fats are not as bad as once thought.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is said to be concerned that Anthem’s takeover of Cigna will reduce competition. Both companies met with a top official in the department, but the DOJ is skeptical that the 2 companies can fix the issues of concern,
The price of vaccines for children may actually be too low.
Saturated fats may not be as bad for heart health as once thought.
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