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New Year, new vision: Meet a man tasked with investing in what could be the world’s next great medical discoveries

Johnson & Johnson aspires to change the trajectory of health for humanity. And Tom Heyman helps make that lofty goal a reality through his work as the head of Johnson & Johnson’s venture capital division, which invests in dozens of companies each year. He shares what’s on his radar for 2019.

From grad student to biotech CEO: “10 things I’ve learned launching a health tech start-up”

At just 27 years old, Jessica Traver is leading the charge at IntuiTap, a company that wants to reinvent how spinal taps are performed. She reflects on the successes—and setbacks—she’s had as a game-changing entrepreneur.

Do heart disease, diabetes, or prostate cancer run in your family tree? Experts share how you can help reduce your risk

Your DNA doesn’t have to determine your medical future if you consider taking some steps to help lower your chances of developing these conditions, which tend to have genetic ties.

The power of Our Credo: Johnson & Johnson Chairman and CEO Alex Gorsky reflects on the legacy of the company’s historic mission statement

What helps set Johnson & Johnson apart? One legendary document written in 1943. As Our Credo celebrates its 75th anniversary, Gorsky sat down with author and Wharton professor Adam Grant to delve into the past, present and future of the company’s guiding belief statement.

Caring & giving around the globe: 43 Johnson & Johnson programs that are transforming lives—and the future of healthcare

Check out this fun interactive map for a glimpse at how the company is helping people on nearly every continent live healthier lives.

5 unique animal conservation programs aimed at helping fragile species

Pandas and owls and bats, oh my! We’re taking a look at a few of the ways Johnson & Johnson is working to help these and other imperiled species thrive—from the U.S. to the UK.

The big baby trend of 2018: Giving your little one a Zen-inspired name

BabyCenter® just released its top baby names for 2018—along with some interesting insights into why moms and dads are increasingly opting for monikers like Dream, Ocean and Peace.