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Implications of RFK Jr.’s CDC Vaccine Committee Overhaul for the Pharmaceutical Industry

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It provides evidence-based recommendations on the use of vaccines for children and adults, informs decisions about insurance coverage, and helps determine eligibility for publicly funded programs such as Vaccines for Children (VFC). ACIP plays a foundational role in shaping immunization policy in the US. BIO President and CEO John F.

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RFK Jr looks to alter rare disease regulation by fast-tracking drug approvals

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wants to ensure the ensuing the US does not lag behind other countries in drug development. The approval process for cell and gene therapy candidates is tricky, however, given their high-cost and oft-debated benefit-risk ratio. Cell & Gene Therapy coverage on Pharmaceutical Technology is supported by Cytiva.

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AI-driven drug discovery, precision medicine, and sustainable manufacturing can redefine the pharma industry

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On the global stage, AI and Machine Learning (ML) drove drug discovery and process optimisation, especially as large-scale pharma companies adopted AI for precision medicine. Building sophisticated laboratories, recruiting scientific talent, and collaborating with global research institutions are essential steps in this process.

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External control arms and debunking real-world data myths

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However, like many other emerging healthcare technologies, they have been slow to gain traction and there is still confusion and scepticism around ECAs, stemming from a lack of precedence, step-by-step guidance and data to quantify their impact on drug development costs and clinical outcomes.

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Harbour BioMed partners Otsuka on new T-cell therapy

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Cell & Gene Therapy coverage on Pharmaceutical Technology is supported by Cytiva. In 2024, Otsuka announced the acquisition of US-based Jnana Therapeutics in a deal worth up to $1.1bn. Editorial content is independently produced and follows the highest standards of journalistic integrity.

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Is India capable of ensuring equitable access to biopharmaceuticals?

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To help financially weak citizens gain access to affordable healthcare, the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) was launched in 2018, providing about 500 million Indians with a ₹5 lakh family health insurance cover that include coverage for 1,400 medical procedures as well as critical diseases like prostate cancer.

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Bridging the gap: A comprehensive approach to social determinants of health

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Better insights into how SDoH affects health can highlight the systemic influences that leave certain groups with worse health outcomes than others, despite similar health insurance coverage or access. For example, it’s important to consider whether someone has insurance (public or private), a job, and what their income may be.