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FDA approves Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for high-risk children
Moderna's Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine is now FDA-approved for all adults 65 and older and high-risk kids aged from 6 months to 11 years, aligning with new policy recommendations.
Medical groups sue RFK Jr. over COVID-19 vaccine policy shift
Medical groups are suing HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., alleging his removal of CDC vaccine guidance for kids and pregnant people without advisory input violates federal law.
Understanding the importance of randomized clinical trials
Randomized controlled trials are the gold standard for proving therapeutic value, drug safety and efficacy, shaping pricing, reimbursement and securing regulatory approval.
FDA removes REMS for all autologous CAR T-cell immunotherapies
The FDA has ended the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies safety program for six approved BCMA- and CD19-directed autologous chimeric antigen receptor T-cell immunotherapies.
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ACIP votes to remove thimerosal from flu vaccines
The CDC's newly restructured Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) votes to recommend against flu vaccines containing thimerosal.
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Novo Nordisk ends Hims & Hers partnership over GLP-1 safety concerns
Wegovy maker ended its month-old telehealth partnership with Hims & Hers over alleged deceptive marketing of compounded GLP-1 drugs from overseas suppliers, citing safety risks.
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Extensive patent strategies drive U.S. drug price disparities
Patent extensions for drugs like apixaban (Eliquis) and semaglutide could add $200B+ to U.S. costs and delay access to affordable alternatives, despite Medicare price negotiations.
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FDA voucher program expedites high-need drug approvals
The FDA's new voucher program fast-tracks drug reviews to 1–2 months for therapies that address U.S. health crises, unmet needs or national security priorities.
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GLP-1 real-world weight loss falls short of trial results
GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide deliver lower weight loss in real-world use than in clinical trials, due to early discontinuation, suboptimal dosing and access challenges.
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RFK Jr. names 8 new members to CDC vaccine advisory committee
RFK Jr. appoints eight new members to the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, days after firing the panel's 17 sitting members.
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How oral GLP-1 drugs could disrupt the weight loss market
FDA-approved oral GLP-1 formulations for weight loss could disrupt the weight management market, outcompete injectables and reduce patient access barriers.
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Understanding pharmaceutical patent thickets, exclusivity
Pharmaceutical companies increasingly rely on dense patent thickets, including continuation patents, to delay competition, extend exclusivity and protect profits.
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How digital twins are reshaping clinical trials
As drug development costs soar and timelines tighten, AI digital twins help sponsors cut enrollment, speed timelines and improve trial design, while meeting regulatory standards.
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Biosimilars set to surge as biologic patents expire
As key biologics near loss of exclusivity in 2030, biosimilars are expected to deliver major savings and drive $120B in market opportunities across the U.S. healthcare system.