April 02, 2025

New Antibody Lowers COVID-19 Cases in Trial

Sipavibart reduced symptomatic COVID-19 by 34.9% compared to standard treatment, but efficacy was only observed against non–Phe456Leu-containing variants, according to new phase 3 trial data.

Conexiant

April 02, 2025

FDA Approves Automated Latent TB Test

Revvity’s Auto-Pure 2400 platform for use with the T-SPOT.TB test to automate latent tuberculosis diagnostics was approved by the FDA.

Conexiant

April 02, 2025

Herpes Zoster Vaccine May Lower Dementia Risk

"If these findings are truly causal, the zoster vaccine will be both far more effective as well as cost-effective in preventing or delaying dementia."

Conexiant

April 01, 2025

FDA Monthly Round-Up: Key March Updates

March’s FDA approvals feature new biosimilars, first-in-class therapies, expanded indications, and diagnostic innovations across allergy, cardiology, gastroenterology, infectious diseases, and more.

Conexiant

April 01, 2025

FDA Approves Freeze-Dried Jynneos Vaccine

Bavarian Nordic’s freeze-dried Jynneos vaccine offers logistical advantages over the liquid-frozen version, supporting long-term U.S. stockpiling and public health preparedness.

Conexiant

March 31, 2025

Tariff Threat: Drugs Could Cost U.S. $750M More

New research reveals 25% tariffs on Canadian pharmaceuticals would impact critical medications, strain supply chains, and potentially increase costs—with 28 drugs having no alternative suppliers.

Conexiant

March 31, 2025

Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy Names New CEO

The Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy announced the appointment of Karen E. Knudsen, MBA, PhD, as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

The ASCO Post

March 26, 2025

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia or Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma (CLL/SLL) is the most common leukemia in the Western hemisphere. The majority of patients who require treatment are older than age 65. The treat...

The ASCO Post

March 26, 2025

State Eyes New Tools to Bolster Health Workforce

Proposals include licensure for community health workers, expanded provider roles, and Medicaid coverage adjustments to address staffing gaps and access barriers.

KFF Health News