Maker of Popular Covid Test Told Factory to Destroy Inventory

One of the leading producers of rapid tests purged supplies and laid off workers as sales dwindled. Weeks later, the U.S. is facing a surge in infections with diminished capacity.

Some Are Chasing Extra Vaccine Shots, While Scientists Debate

Boosters may not be necessary yet, many experts say, and the pursuit of additional shots raises ethical questions.

Major Trial Against Opioid Suppliers Begins in New York

New York’s sweeping lawsuit is the first opioid case in which a jury rather than a judge will decide the outcome.