WebMD Increases Stock Repurchase Program

NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- WebMD Health Corp. (Nasdaq: WBMD) today announced an increase of $75 million in the amount available under its existing stock repurchase program.   This increases the amount currently available for repurchases to approximately $90 million.  Under the program, WebMD may repurchase shares from time to time in the open market, through block trades or in private transactions, depending on market conditions and other factors.

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WebMD Health Corp. (Nasdaq: WBMD) is the leading provider of health information services, serving consumers, physicians, healthcare professionals, employers, and health plans through our public and private online portals, mobile platforms and health-focused publications.

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