May 13, 2026
NewAmsterdam Pharma said regulatory decisions on obicetrapib in Europe, the UK and Switzerland remain expected in 2H26. PREVAIL interim analysis is planned for 4Q2026, with a result expected in 1Q2027.
May 13, 2026
A review of more than 200 studies linked up to a third of dementia cases to diseases outside the brain. Trials and broader evidence also support multi-domain prevention strategies.
May 11, 2026
LIB Therapeutics launched Lerochol in the United States after FDA approval for lowering LDL-C in adults with hypercholesterolemia, including HeFH. The once-monthly PCSK9 inhibitor is available with a $199-per-month cash-pay option.
May 04, 2026
Research in the United Kingdom found that preventing type 2 diabetes cut care-related greenhouse gas emissions by about 67%, while well-controlled disease was linked to 21% lower emissions than uncontrolled diabetes.
May 03, 2026
C-peptide is described as a key biomarker for beta cell function in type 1 diabetes and a potential surrogate endpoint for drug approval. Current trial endpoints remain difficult for disease-modifying therapies.
May 03, 2026
mRNA medicine and spatiotemporal drug delivery systems are expanding options for cardiovascular disease. The sources describe preclinical proof-of-concept, clinical trials and programmable cardiac repair platforms.
May 02, 2026
Vermont insurers and employers are scaling back GLP-1 coverage as costs rise, leaving some patients without access. The drugs remain in high demand as studies point to benefits beyond weight loss.
May 01, 2026
Ray Therapeutics received EMA PRIME designation for its RTx-015 optogenetic gene therapy for retinitis pigmentosa, following recent FDA RMAT status. The company also appointed Michael Murtagh as Chief Regulatory Officer to support global development.
Apr 27, 2026
A study in the American Journal of Medicine found that U.S. adults with the highest ultraprocessed food intake had higher cardiovascular disease risk. Mean ultraprocessed food intake was 26.1% of total energy.
Apr 22, 2026
Diabetes and heart disease can impair sexual function by damaging blood vessels, nerves and circulation. Sexual dysfunction may also be an early warning sign of underlying vascular damage.
Apr 15, 2026
Scientists at NTU Singapore developed an AI-powered biochip that detects multiple microRNA biomarkers in 20 minutes. The platform achieved more than 99 per cent accuracy in test channels.
Apr 11, 2026
Bristol Myers Squibb said 2025 revenue was flat as a 17% increase in growth-portfolio sales offset a 15% decline in legacy drugs. The company expects legacy sales to fall another 12-16% in 2026, with newer products such as Opdivo, Reblozyl and Breyanzi supporting results.
Apr 08, 2026
Researchers have used a machine learning model called AI-IR to demonstrate that insulin resistance is a risk factor for 12 types of cancer. The tool analyzes nine clinical parameters from standard health checkups to predict insulin resistance at population scale. This provides the first large-scale evidence linking insulin resistance to multiple cancers.
Mar 31, 2026
The global advanced drug delivery systems market is projected to grow from $255 billion in 2024 to $439.7 billion by 2034 at a 5.6% CAGR. Cardiovascular disease applications dominate with 37.8% market share, while North America leads regionally with 41.3% of the market. Emerging technologies include 3D-printed drug implants, smart hydrogels, and magnetic nanofiber platforms.
Mar 29, 2026
People with blood type B have a 28% higher risk of type 2 diabetes, while artificial sweetener consumption is linked to faster cognitive decline, particularly in younger adults and those with diabetes. The blood type finding comes from an umbrella review of 51 systematic reviews, while the sweetener study followed 12,772 Brazilian adults for eight years.
Mar 28, 2026
Moderna shares declined nearly 6% amid extreme options market volatility and a new patent infringement lawsuit from BioNTech. The company faces significant financial challenges with negative earnings and declining revenue growth, while valuation metrics suggest potential overvaluation. Technical indicators point to bearish short-term momentum as the stock approaches key support levels.
Mar 26, 2026
Eli Lilly has acquired rights to CSL's IL-6 inhibitor clazakizumab in a $100 million deal, expanding its cardiometabolic pipeline. The monoclonal antibody targets chronic inflammation, particularly in cardiovascular conditions. This move follows Lilly's successful obesity and diabetes drugs that drove $65.1 billion in 2025 revenue.
Mar 25, 2026
Oral semaglutide demonstrated significant improvements in multiple cardiometabolic risk factors in adults with type 2 diabetes at high cardiovascular risk. The SOUL trial analysis showed reductions in systolic blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides, HbA1c, and body weight compared to placebo. These benefits were observed as early as 13 weeks and contributed to a 14% reduction in major adverse cardiovascular events.
Mar 23, 2026
Monash University and Ono Pharmaceutical have signed two licence agreements for the development of anti-GPCR antibodies targeting autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. The agreements result from Ono exercising options on research collaborations announced in 2023. The partnership combines Monash's research excellence with Ono's drug development capabilities to address unmet medical needs.
Mar 23, 2026
The global generic drugs market reached $389 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to $675 billion by 2033. In the U.S., generics account for 91% of prescriptions but only 18% of drug spending, saving over $373 billion annually. Biosimilar adoption remains below 20% despite some products reaching over 60% market share within three years.