With the current volatility in the equity markets, investors are seeking “safer” positions. What this means is usually just going back to the basics, or sectors which are immune to things such as interest-rate hikes or trade wars. The healthcare sector is considered a “safe haven” for investors as healthcare companies, such as pharmaceutical companies and medical-device makers, for the most part perform better in times of economic uncertainty. Just like retailers and utilities, health providers offer services that are not postponed in a recession and economic swings do not typically affect the launch of new drugs or devices. This can contribute to the performance of the S&P Health Care Index (XLV), which is up nearly 10% this year, outperforming the benchmark S&P 500 (SPY) which has declined more than 2%. As more investors place their bets in the sector, here are a few healthcare companies trending this week. Click Here For Today's Trending Healthcare and Biotech Stocks