NJ hospital safety grades: 29 earn ‘A’ in spring 2026
New Jersey hospital safety grades show 29 ‘A’ ratings in Spring 2026 from Leapfrog Group, with 82% earning A or B despite a drop from fall rankings.
Bristol Myers Squibb launches ‘Won’t Lose’ World Cup campaign
The marketing push tied to the global event arriving this summer in N.J. and the U.S. more broadly highlights drug development, resilience and breakthrough medicines.
Merck completes $6.7B Terns acquisition
Merck completes its $6.7B Terns Pharmaceuticals acquisition, boosting its oncology pipeline with a new leukemia drug ahead of its Keytruda patent expiration.
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NJ to get $125M from $7.4B nationwide opioid settlement
The nationwide, $7.4 billion opioid agreement also dissolves the company – making room for Knoa Pharma – and ends Sackler family control.
NJBIZ unveils 2026 Health Care Heroes (updated)
Honoring individuals and organizations, this program recognizes innovation and excellence across New Jersey’s healthcare industry.
Horizon launches HealthEZ TPA in NJ for self-funded plans
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield launches HealthEZ, a new third-party administrator product for self-funded health plans targeting New Jersey employers.
Novartis reports progress on $23B US manufacturing expansion
Novartis advances its $23B U.S. manufacturing plan, expanding R&D and drug production as it aims to produce key medicines domestically.
AtlantiCare, Temple to open Atlantic City med school (updated)
The partners will launch the new AC campus to help boost physician training, amid an ongoing shortage, and strengthen the South Jersey workforce.
Hackensack Meridian opens $200M Metropark health hub (photos) (updated)
Hackensack Meridian Health launched its $200 million Health and Wellness Center at Metropark in Woodbridge, delivering transit-based care and boosting access for commuters.
NJ fertility clinics rank on Newsweek 2026 list
Two NJ fertility clinics rank on Newsweek’s 2026 list, led by RMA New Jersey, highlighting top IVF care and patient outcomes nationwide.
On the scene: HMH unveils health and wellness center at Metropark (photos)
NJBIZ was on location as officials celebrated the one-of-a-kind Hackensack Meridian Health and Wellness Center at Metropark in Woodbridge.

















