The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for two groundbreaking gene therapies targeting sickle cell disease, ushering in a new era in CRISPR gene editing technology.
Developed by…
In a significant move, the Biden Administration announced a new policy on Thursday that empowers it to seize patents for pharmaceuticals developed with government funding if their prices are deemed…
Radiologists in Nigeria have received counsel to prioritize the protection of patients' information to avoid legal consequences. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, conveyed this…
Four U.S. lawmakers, including Democratic House Reps. Earl Blumenauer, Jim McGovern, Barbara Lee, and Tony Cardenas, have formally requested that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) investigate Elon Musk for…
On Tuesday, Novavax (NVAX.O) announced that the World Health Organization (WHO) has authorized the emergency use of its updated COVID-19 vaccine for individuals aged 12 and older.
This updated vaccine, which…
Dr. Ali Pate, the Honorable Minister of Health, has unveiled a series of reforms aimed at advancing and improving Nigeria's healthcare sector. These initiatives have received approval from President Tinubu…
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken a significant step by proposing a ban on the use of formaldehyde in hair relaxers, raising awareness about the potential risks associated…
The International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) has issued a global appeal to governments, urging them to actively regulate and counter the spread of medicines misinformation.
The FIP, a worldwide federation encompassing national…
In a resolution to an antitrust investigation, the European Commission announced on Thursday that it has levied fines totaling 13.4 million euros ($14.1 million) against five pharmaceutical companies.
The companies penalized…