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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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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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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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Next Pharma Summit 2026 | May 19-20, Dubrovnik

Next Pharma Summit is a 2-day, multi-stage conference for pharma professionals passionate about Digital, Commercial, Medical Affairs, AI, Technology, and beyond. As pharma rapidly redefines its purpose, NEXT brings together cross-functional leaders to foster smarter collaboration and create meaningful impact for customers, HCPs, and patients. One simple question guides us: Where to NEXT? Use…

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The US FDA New Drug Approvals in October 2025 

Shots:  Innovation in drug development continues to shape the future of healthcare, driving bold scientific collaborations and transforming the way diseases are treated across every frontier of medicine  In October, the US FDA granted approvals to Boehringer Ingelheim’s Jascayd (nerandomilast) for adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and Bayer’s Lynkuet (elinzanetant) for managing moderate to severe…

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10 Hidden Financial Risks Pharma Professionals Can’t Ignore

10 Hidden Financial Risks Pharma Professionals Can’t Ignore

Working in the pharmaceutical industry comes with great rewards—but it’s not without its financial blind spots. High income, stock options, consulting gigs, and regulatory risk make this a unique environment where professionals can be exposed without realizing it.  If you’re focused on research, development, or clinical work, it’s easy to overlook personal finance strategy. But…

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