We Work for Health Virginia

We Work for Health Virginia A grassroots initiative to unite health consumers, business, academic and community partners and bio

We Work for Health is a grassroots initiative that unites health consumers, business, academic and community partners, biopharmaceutical company employees and retirees, vendors, suppliers, and others to demonstrate how these diverse groups work together to improve Virginia’s health care system and strengthen our economy.

"The 340B program is no longer focused on serving the vulnerable — it now subsidizes hospital systems skilled at exploit...
12/17/2025

"The 340B program is no longer focused on serving the vulnerable — it now subsidizes hospital systems skilled at exploiting its flaws. What began as a safety net has become poorly regulated corporate welfare, with little obligation to pass savings on to patients."

View the Richmond Times-Dispatch for Tuesday, December 16, 2025

"Virginia is rapidly positioning itself as a national leader in advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing, Governor Glenn Yo...
12/15/2025

"Virginia is rapidly positioning itself as a national leader in advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing, Governor Glenn Youngkin said in a recent Facebook post highlighting new investments and job growth in the sector."

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Virginia is becoming a national force in advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing, attracting $12.5 billion in new investment and creating about 3,000 new high‑paying jobs.

12/10/2025

Families and employers across the Commonwealth can’t wait another year for accountability. Congress must act now.
Thank you Senator Tim Kaine for continuing to support policies that help Virginians.

More than half of American adults manage multiple chronic conditions. The prevalence is enough to strain the U.S. healthcare system and challenge patient access to new treatments. To compound the issue, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and others siphon nearly half of every dollar spent on brand-nam...

A pharmaceutical manufacturing cluster is rising in Virginia. Here’s what that means.Gov. Glenn Youngkin says the three ...
12/10/2025

A pharmaceutical manufacturing cluster is rising in Virginia. Here’s what that means.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin says the three big jobs announcements by pharmaceutical companies represent a “gravity pull” that can reshape the Virginia economy. Industry observers agree.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin says the three big jobs announcements by pharmaceutical companies represent a “gravity pull” that can reshape the Virginia economy. Industry observers agree.

It's time to . A recent Senate hearing highlighted the urgent need for PBM reform.
12/08/2025

It's time to . A recent Senate hearing highlighted the urgent need for PBM reform.

In recognition of a universal desire to increase health care affordability, the Senate Finance Committee recently held a hearing titled “The Rising Cost of Health Care: Considering Meaningful Solutions for All Americans” to examine possible policy solutions. PBM reform remains the most practical...

Washington Is Fighting the Wrong Battle on Health-Care CostsRead more ⬇
12/05/2025

Washington Is Fighting the Wrong Battle on Health-Care Costs

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Despite what politicians claim, drugs are not the main driver of growth in health-care spending — and capping their prices would only worsen the problem.

Virginia can lead biotech manufacturing renaissance – if policymakers help
11/03/2025

Virginia can lead biotech manufacturing renaissance – if policymakers help

Merck's new $3 billion facility in Virginia marks a significant investment in U.S. drug manufacturing, driven by supportive government policies and incentives for biotech companies. f Virginians want more groundbreaking ceremonies like this, we need those policymakers to keep incentivizing research,...

: "Governor Glenn Youngkin announced a landmark partnership with AstraZeneca, Eli Lilly and Company, and Merck that com...
11/03/2025

: "Governor Glenn Youngkin announced a landmark partnership with AstraZeneca, Eli Lilly and Company, and Merck that commits up to $120 million of private industry investment toward developing the Virginia Center for Advanced Pharmaceutical Manufacturing."

Governor Glenn Youngkin, 74th Governor of Virginia

China is rapidly expanding clinical trials and IPOs, while the U.S. is getting additional investments in R&D and facilit...
10/28/2025

China is rapidly expanding clinical trials and IPOs, while the U.S. is getting additional investments in R&D and facility infrastructure. Now policymakers must ensure America stays ahead. Senate HELP Committee is holding a hearing, “The Future of Biotech: Maintaining U.S. Competitiveness and Delivering Lifesaving Cures to Patients” on 10/29/

WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, October 29, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee will hold a hearing on how we can better...

"Pharmaceutical company Merck will make a $3 billion investment into building a manufacturing facility that’ll bring job...
10/27/2025

"Pharmaceutical company Merck will make a $3 billion investment into building a manufacturing facility that’ll bring jobs to Rockingham County, according to Governor Glenn Youngkin."

The pharmaceutical manufacturing facility will be 400,000 square feet.

"Pharmaceutical giant Merck & Co. is breaking ground on a $3 billion expansion of its longtime Elkton manufacturing camp...
10/21/2025

"Pharmaceutical giant Merck & Co. is breaking ground on a $3 billion expansion of its longtime Elkton manufacturing campus, a project state and federal officials say will transform the Shenandoah Valley into a hub for life sciences innovation while adding as many as 500 permanent jobs."

Pharmaceutical giant Merck & Co. is breaking ground on a $3 billion expansion of its longtime Elkton manufacturing campus, a project state and federal officials say will transform the Shenandoah Valley into a hub for life sciences innovation while adding as many as 500 permanent jobs.The 400,000-squ...

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