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CVS is the first national pharmacy chain that will drop cigarettes and other tobacco products from its shelves -- a move that is estimated to cost the company $2 billion annually.

What fledgling healthcare entrepreneurs learned from Steve Blank's Lean LaunchPad might surprise you.

Run by members, not shareholders, health co-ops might offer a strong alternative to small businesses weighing their coverage alternatives.

These seven innovators are having a major influence on technology, healthcare and the government. We've got our eye on these powerful women. You should, too.

The sector created an estimated 11,000 new establishments and 150,000-plus jobs in 2013, outpacing the overall U.S. economy in business formation and job growth.

December enrollment deadlines for many health plans – including Obamacare's new SHOP exchanges – are looming. Signup can be tricky and complex, but we help you navigate your choices.

Health-care products maker Covidien has snatched up Israel-headquartered Given Imaging in an all-cash deal.

You might be tempted to cut time for QA, but it could doom your next project. We explore the site's sober takeaways for any digital entrepreneur.

As far as entrepreneurship training goes, a medical degree -- not a MBA -- can be a surprising but useful asset.

Keep these factors in mind while weighing your healthcare options.

A look at how the International Franchise Association plans to advocate for the franchise industry's interests in Washington.

Until now, the the Food & Drug Administration has taken a largely hands-off approach to medical apps. For those entrepreneurs who are subject to FDA scrutiny, however, the process can be daunting.

Employers are required to notify workers of their insurance options under Obamacare by Oct. 1. Will you be ready?

Plan ahead for Obamacare to control costs and limit confusion.

Health reform's complexities have spurred some brokers to re-boot their approach to clients.

A survey released Thursday shows entrepreneurs are struggling to understand how they need to prepare for Obamacare and are afraid of what it will cost.

The small business organization that is leading the case against President Obama's health care reform act is asked to disclose its donor list.

Healthcare reform isn't a done deal, but you still need to prep for upcoming changes

This is spinal tap. Actually, it's chiropractic services making its debut at No. 1 on our Top New Franchises list.