Xavier Becerra is reflecting on tenure as HHS secretary. He told Scripps News, "We're leaving this country healthier and stronger."

Federal officials are targeting the blockbuster drugs as part of their ongoing initiative to lower drug costs.

The Biden administration released another list of prescriptions drugs that would be subject to price controls. The price controls for the selected drugs will become effective in 2027.

In a wide-ranging interview, Xavier Becerra, President Biden’s health secretary, defended his tenure and hinted that he might run for governor of California.

The Biden administration says popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have been added to Medicare’s list of medications that will be negotiated directly between the government and drug manuf

Biden's administration announced weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy will be included on Medicare's list of medications subject to direct price negotiations.

Diabetes and weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy have been added to the list of medications selected for Medicare price negotiations, federal health officials announced Friday. The negotiations for the 15 additional drugs, which will be handled by the incoming administration, assure major savings for Americans.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) said Friday that it had selected another 15 drugs for its second round of price negotiations, including the popular weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy.

Drugs used to treat cancer, diabetes and other chronic conditions are among 15 picked for negotiations that could result in lower prices for patients, the Department of Health and Human Services confirmed Friday.

Xavier Becerra is reflecting on tenure as HHS secretary. He told Scripps News, "We're leaving this country is healthier and stronger."

Weight loss medications Ozempic and Wegovy, in particular, have been scrutinized for their high out-of-pocket costs.

So what’s next for Xavier Becerra? According to Becerra allies, who requested anonymity to discuss his plans candidly, he is “strongly considering” running for governor and is already ...