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EMA Marketing Authorization of New Drugs in May 2026    

Shots:  The European Medicines Agency (EMA) advanced multiple marketing authorizations and positive opinions in May 2026 across pulmonology, oncology, rare diseases, immunology, aesthetics, and endocrinology, involving companies including Boehringer Ingelheim, Novartis, AstraZeneca, AbbVie, Pharming, and Amgen.  CHMP positive opinions included Jascayd for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and progressive pulmonary fibrosis, Vijoice for PIK3CA-related overgrowth spectrum (PROS) disorders, Camizestrant (Etcamah) for ESR1-mutated advanced breast cancer,…

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Pharma Market Access Conferences 2026: Where Commercial Teams Meet the Decision-Makers

The pharma market access conferences worth a commercial team's time in 2026 share one trait: they put market access, HEOR, and medical affairs leaders in the same room as the payers and health system executives who actually control access.   Reaching prescribers is not the same as winning system adoption, and the events below are where that second, harder conversation…

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The US FDA New Drug Approvals in May 2026 

Shots:  The US FDA approved eight therapies in May 2026 across oncology, cardiovascular disease, infectious diseases, anesthesia, and antimicrobial resistance, reflecting continued regulatory momentum in addressing both rare and prevalent diseases.   Key approvals included Veppanu (breast cancer), Beqalzi (mantle cell lymphoma), Baxfendy (hypertension), Hepcludex (HDV infection), Decnupaz (BPDCN), Zaynich (cUTI), Cypsedo (general anesthesia), and Xocova (COVID-19 PEP).   Overall, May 2026 underscored the FDA’s commitment to advancing innovative medicines, precision therapies, and expanded patient access,…

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Key Biosimilars Events of May 2026 

Shots:  May 2026 saw strong biosimilar momentum with key approvals including Bevqolva (Health Canada), Langlara and Immgolis/Immgolis Intri (US FDA), Bysumlog and Dazparda (EC), and Eyzanfy (MFDS), expanding competition across oncology, diabetes, immunology, and ophthalmology.  Strategic progress continued with Henlius’ FDA IND clearance for HLX05-N, alongside partnerships between IQVIA–Kexing Biopharm and Polpharma–Tuteur, supporting global development and commercialization efforts.  Commercialization accelerated through the EU launches of FYB203 and Opuviz, as well as Samsung Bioepis’ ustekinumab biosimilar launch in Japan,…

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Advancing HES Care with AstraZeneca’s FASENRA: Insights from James Teague & Princess U. Ogbogu

Shots:  Could a targeted biologic therapy help address the longstanding unmet needs in hypereosinophilic syndrome (HES)? AstraZeneca’s FASENRA has now received US approval for HES, introducing a once-monthly treatment option for patients living with this rare and often underdiagnosed eosinophilic disorder  Results from the Phase III NATRON trial showed that FASENRA reduced the risk of first HES flare by 65% vs placebo,…

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Evolution Summit 2026 | Sep 28-29 | Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, San Diego, CA

The Evolution Summit returns September 28-29, 2026 at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa, San Diego, CA, bringing together leading clinical trial executives with innovative suppliers and solution providers in an invitation-only, premium setting.  Expect visionary keynotes, real-world case studies, and interactive forums aligned to the most pressing challenges in clinical operations and…

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Novartis Receives the CHMP Positive Opinion of Vijoice for PROS Disorders 

Shots:  The CHMP has recommended Vijoice (alpelisib) for pts (age≥2 yrs) with severe or life-threatening PIK3CA-related overgrowth spectrum (PROS) disorders who require systemic therapy  EMA’s recommendation is supported by a retrospective study of 57 PROS pts (age≥2 yrs) treated with alpelisib through a compassionate use program. Pts achieving at least a 20% reduction in the size of 1–3 abnormal growths or tumours after 24 wks, based…

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PharmaShots Magazine-May-2026 Edition

Shots: PharmaShots’ May Edition explores how AI is transforming commercial strategies across the healthcare ecosystem by enabling predictive analytics, personalized engagement, dynamic launch planning, and real-time omnichannel optimization while balancing compliance and measurable ROI. The magazine highlights key industry movements shaping global biopharma, including AI-driven drug discovery collaborations, strategic M&A activity, advancements in cell and…

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2026 HLTH Europe | June 15-18 | Amsterdam

HLTH Europe is the continent’s #1 healthcare innovation event. Following an enormously successful launch and the exponential growth of HLTH in the US, this landmark event is where global expertise meets local insight to address Europe’s unique healthcare challenges and opportunities. Unlock an exclusive €250 discount with PharmaShots! Use code HE26PHARMASHOTS at checkout to save…

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