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Why trusting your deposits with a credit union is a wise financial choice
In today's complex financial landscape, individuals and families constantly seek a safe and reliable place to entrust their hard-earned money. Credit unions like Cornerstone Community Federal Credit Union stand out as trustworthy financial institutions prioritizing their members' well-being above all else.
Credit unions have a member-centric approach, setting them apart from traditional banks as not-for-profit organizations owned and operated by their members, turning depositors into members and…
Survivor advocates for better dense breast cancer screening
Breast cancer was not the first thing that came into my mind last November when I noticed a small dimple on my left breast. I had a “clean” mammogram report at Duke (using 3D tomosynthesis (also known as DBT)) earlier in the year, and no family history of breast cancer. As I just had my 56th birthday and had gained some weight as I transitioned into deeper menopause territory, my first thought was I had cellulite. At the urging of my family, I requested a diagnostic mammogram.
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Novavax’s updated Covid-19 vaccine wins FDA, CDC backing
The shots will be available to people in a matter of days, the Gaithersburg biotech said.
Kaiser Permanente workers go on strike. Here’s the impact in Greater Washington.
The strike, launched after contracts expired Sept. 30 for many union members, is considered one of the largest health care strikes in the history of the United States.
How Revolution Medicines chased down EQRx’s $1 billion cash prize
The Redwood City company was a late entry into the sweepstakes for EQRx's abundant cash.
Rancho Cordova-based Inszone Insurance closes seven deals, adds 20 employees
Fast-growing insurance brokerage Inszone Insurance Services completed a string of acquisitions in the last month that bring it to 39 completed this year.
Investors fear SEC rule change could have ‘chilling effect’ on startups
The SEC could hike minimum requirements for “accredited investors,” a move investors in Raleigh and Durham say could hit the startup community hard.
How Cadence Bank grew its local deposits in 2023 despite industry-wide pressures
Nine of the 10 largest banks in the Houston area saw local deposits decrease over the past year, many by double digits. Here's how Cadence Bank became the one outlier.
3M Co. health spinoff picks Insulet’s Wayde McMillan as CFO
It's not clear where incoming CFO Wayde McMillan (or the 3M spinoff, for that matter) will be based, but McMillan did formerly work for Medtronic, and he is good at hockey.
Chapel Hill pharma avoids Nasdaq delisting with extension
A small pharmaceutical company in Chapel Hill that's running low on cash is trying to keep its stock above water.