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View all storiesFacing global shortage, Merck commits to meeting patient demand
We know how important it is to get medicines to the people who need them and providing those medicines is at the center of what we do
January 24, 2024
Empowering others to speak up about HPV-related cancers
The impact of Gina’s diagnosis inspired her to help others prioritize their health
January 5, 2024
The impact of RSV: a father’s story and call for prevention
When his own daughters became sick, one colleague saw firsthand the need to protect kids from RSV
December 14, 2023
Biomarker testing may help inform treatment decisions in certain cancers
An oncologist explains why cancer biomarkers may provide more precise information about a person's cancer
December 5, 2023
Collaborating to help make cancer care more accessible worldwide
How we’re advancing health equity through partnerships to help patients navigate cancer care
November 30, 2023
Finding joy after surviving cervical cancer twice
How one woman embraced life, marriage and motherhood despite her cervical cancer diagnosis
November 17, 2023
Stomach cancer: understanding the signs and symptoms
Learn more about stomach cancer risk factors and our commitment to patients
November 3, 2023
How you can help slow the threat of antimicrobial resistance
The growing burden of AMR is threatening the return to a world without effective antibiotics
October 30, 2023
Staying positive with pulmonary arterial hypertension
From struggling to breathe to advocating for others, one woman with PAH shares her story
October 24, 2023
Here for Good: A lifelong mission against HIV
A colleague transformed personal grief and tragedy into a lifelong mission to help persons living with HIV
October 12, 2023
Acting early in cancer detection
Diagnosing cancer early, before it has spread, may potentially lead to better outcomes
October 12, 2023
Triple-negative breast cancer: risks, signs and symptoms, and diagnosis
Learn about this aggressive type of breast cancer, including risk factors, signs and symptoms
October 3, 2023
Sarampión: síntomas y signos
Obtenga más información sobre qué es el virus del sarampión y cómo se propaga el sarampión
September 8, 2023
Progress in ovarian cancer research starts with patients
Reflecting on the history of clinical research and our inspiration to continue innovating for ovarian cancer patients
August 24, 2023
Endometrial cancer: Understanding the signs and symptoms
Learn more about how you can detect endometrial cancer
August 10, 2023
Researching new uses for a therapy that targets cancer cells
Merck scientists are evaluating potential antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) targets across both blood cancers and solid tumors
July 11, 2023
Welcome home: Celebrating our new global headquarters
Take a look inside our state-of-the-art reimagined workplace
June 29, 2023
Here for Good: Harnessing innovation to reach indigenous communities
We’re hunting for new ways to increase patient access, including using drones to deliver medicines to remote communities
June 14, 2023
LGBTQ+: Starting a conversation with a health care provider
Dr. Alix Casler suggests ways for LGBTQ+ individuals to find supportive care
June 14, 2023
A colleague enlists artist's help to make peace with her diagnosis
Giving her brain tumor a name helped Gabriela Chiummo face her new reality
June 7, 2023
Supermodel Veronica Webb raises awareness of lung cancer screening
Pushing past her fear, Webb learned how important it is to get screened for lung cancer
May 17, 2023
VIDEO: Patient with PAH shares her clinical trial experience
Diagnosed with pulmonary arterial hypertension, Colleen Brunetti knows the importance of participating in clinical trials
May 15, 2023
How employees with careers in nursing are critical at Merck
Nurses' clinical expertise and patient experience provide valuable insight across our company
May 3, 2023
Supporting colleagues working with cancer
There are so many unknowns after a cancer diagnosis -- whether or not you receive support at work shouldn’t be one of them
April 14, 2023
Heart failure: A physician’s perspective
Driven to make a difference -- by Dr. Joerg Koglin, senior vice president and head of general medicine, global clinical development, Merck Research Laboratories
April 5, 2023
How early detection of kidney cancer can help save lives
An oncologist and a patient advocate discuss the challenges of renal cell carcinoma and their hopes for the future of cancer care
March 1, 2023
VIDEO: Living with pulmonary arterial hypertension
One woman’s story shows the power of knowledge and support for patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)
February 9, 2023
5 facts about lung cancer
What everyone needs to know about one of the most common types of cancer
January 6, 2023
HPV and related cancers: What you need to know
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a leading cause of certain types of cervical cancer and other cancers in men and women
September 12, 2022
Living with type 2 diabetes in uncertain times
One man’s story of finding support for managing his type 2 diabetes during the COVID-19 pandemic
April 26, 2022
Type 2 diabetes: A patient-centric approach to care
An informative Q&A with Dr. Sam Engel, associate vice president, cardiometabolic and women’s health at Merck Research Laboratories
April 26, 2022
Why improving health literacy is important
Many people struggle to understand health information, which can impact health outcomes. What we're doing to help
February 2, 2022
3 ways to advance cancer health care equity
Mary-Ann Etiebet, AVP of corporate responsibility, explains why inequity in cancer care is an urgent global health challenge
January 21, 2022
The impact of family in managing type 2 diabetes
Family members can play an integral role in supporting their loved ones and helping them manage this chronic disease
October 21, 2021
Why you shouldn’t postpone cancer screenings
Our company teams up with the American Cancer Society to raise awareness on cancer screenings and help ensure access for everyone
September 22, 2021
How one senior manages type 2 diabetes
Texan Jerry Kreiner shares how taking his type 2 diabetes diagnosis seriously helped him to still be able to do the things he loves today
September 17, 2021
Mitos y realidades sobre la enfermedad neumocócica
Analizamos posibles percepciones erróneas sobre la enfermedad neumocócica y su impacto en niños y adultos.
September 9, 2021
Podcast: How to bridge diversity gaps in cancer clinical trials
Luther Clark talks with Lazarex Cancer Foundation's Dana Dornsife and Marya Shegog about increasing access among historically underrepresented communities
May 17, 2021
When diversity in clinical trials is personal
How Adrelia's passion for diversity in clinical trials started close to home
September 22, 2020
Clinical trials & the power of diversity
Advancing science powered by greater diversity in our clinical research
September 9, 2020