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Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Veyvondi, vonicog alfa, Date of authorisation: 31/08/2018, Revision: 9, Status: Authorised

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Veyvondi, vonicog alfa, Date of authorisation: 31/08/2018, Revision: 9, Status: Authorised

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Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Veyvondi, vonicog alfa, Date of authorisation: 31/08/2018, Revision: 9, Status: Authorised

2023 Annual Eric Dostie Memorial College Scholarship Recipients

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Monday, November 13, 2023

The scholarship was created to honor the memory of 5-year-old Eric Dostie, a boy with hemophilia who was tragically murdered on August 27, 1994.

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  • The scholarship was created to honor the memory of 5-year-old Eric Dostie, a boy with hemophilia who was tragically murdered on August 27, 1994.
  • Patrick M. Schmidt, chief executive officer of FFF Enterprises, said, “I congratulate each of these deserving Eric Dostie Memorial College Scholarship recipients and wish them much success.
  • Applications for the 2024 Eric Dostie Memorial College Scholarship are now open.
  • Visit the Nufactor Eric Dostie Memorial College Scholarship website to learn more about the program.

Alnylam Highlights Significant Progress with Platform Innovation and Clinical Pipeline at R&D Day

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

We expect our track record of strong pipeline and commercial execution to continue through the end of 2025 and beyond,” said Akshay Vaishnaw, M.D., Ph.D., Chief Innovation Officer of Alnylam.

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  • We expect our track record of strong pipeline and commercial execution to continue through the end of 2025 and beyond,” said Akshay Vaishnaw, M.D., Ph.D., Chief Innovation Officer of Alnylam.
  • In addition, Alnylam will share an update on delivery advances driving ALN-BCAT, which will soon begin clinical testing in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).
  • A peak mean TTR reduction of 97% was achieved at Day 29 and a mean TTR reduction of 93% was sustained at Day 180.
  • The Company’s R&D Day event will be held today, Wednesday, Dec. 13, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Survey highlights substantial need for canine osteoarthritis management protocol for veterinarians

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

SHIRLEY, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A pivotal survey by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), conducted in partnership with American Regent Animal Health and leading veterinary orthopedist Denis Marcellin-Little, DEDV, DACVS, DACVSMR, CCAT, has revealed a significant demand among participating veterinarians for a structured protocol to manage canine osteoarthritis, especially when it comes to early detection in younger dogs.

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  • An overwhelming 95% of veterinarians agree that a canine osteoarthritis protocol would be beneficial, signaling an urgent need for standardized care procedures.
  • The survey, which garnered responses from nearly 800 veterinarians, also sheds light on practitioners' self-assessment of their own knowledge.
  • With veterinarians estimating that 45% of their patients have osteoarthritis, 47% are predisposed to it, and 26% have early-onset disease, the survey highlights a critical window of opportunity for early intervention.
  • In addition, veterinarians say 75% of their clients know only "a little bit" about canine osteoarthritis, presenting an opportunity for better education and resources that boost understanding of what dog owners need to know about osteoarthritis.

Octapharma USA: FDA Grants Expanded Approval to wilate® as the First VWF Concentrate for Prophylaxis in All Types of VWD

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

PARAMUS, N.J., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Octapharma USA announced the expansion of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for wilate®, von Willebrand Factor/Coagulation Factor VIII Complex (Human) Lyophilized Powder for Solution for Intravenous Injection. The approved label now includes routine prophylaxis aimed at reducing the frequency of bleeding episodes in adults and children aged 6 and older with any type of von Willebrand disease (VWD), the most prevalent bleeding disorder in the United States. Wilate® is the first von Willebrand factor (VWF) concentrate indicated for prophylactic treatment across all forms of VWD, marking a significant milestone in the field.

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  • Wilate® is the first von Willebrand factor (VWF) concentrate indicated for prophylactic treatment across all forms of VWD, marking a significant milestone in the field.
  • "The approval of wilate® for VWD prophylaxis is a welcome new treatment option that can be life-saving for many patients.
  • Increased use of VWF prophylaxis in VWD patients may lead to improved patient care and a reduced burden of disease."
  • In tandem with this approval, Octapharma USA extends its commitment to patient care through the Factor My Way patient support program.

Bispecific Antibodies: Structural Design, Production and Purification Strategies, Upcoming Webinar Hosted by Xtalks

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

TORONTO, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Discover this groundbreaking webinar delving into the strategic approaches of bispecific antibody (BsAb) design, production and purification. BsAbs have become increasingly of interest by enabling new therapeutic applications for a variety of indications, including cancer, chronic inflammatory diseases, autoimmunity, neurodegeneration, bleeding disorders and infections. Currently, there are 12 bispecific antibodies approved worldwide.

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  • Attendees will learn the key considerations of bispecific antibody structural design and analysis of general design strategies.
  • The featured speaker will discuss production strategies and by-product purification plans for bispecific antibodies with different structures.
  • TORONTO, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Discover this groundbreaking webinar delving into the strategic approaches of bispecific antibody (BsAb) design, production and purification.
  • Join this webinar to gain insights into the diverse applications, design considerations and production strategies of bispecific antibodies.

Global Urokinase Market (2023-2028) by Type, Dose Strength, Indication, Applications, and Geography, Competitive Analysis, Impact of Covid-19 and Ansoff Analysis - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

The "Global Urokinase Market (2023-2028) by Type, Dose Strength, Indication, Applications, and Geography, Competitive Analysis, Impact of Covid-19 and Ansoff Analysis" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global Urokinase Market (2023-2028) by Type, Dose Strength, Indication, Applications, and Geography, Competitive Analysis, Impact of Covid-19 and Ansoff Analysis" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The urokinase market is being driven by the increasing prevalence of pulmonary embolism (PE), a condition characterized by blood clots in the lungs.
  • Urokinase, a thrombolytic agent, is used to dissolve these clots and is naturally produced by the human body.
  • The urokinase market is highly competitive, featuring numerous players involved in developing and marketing urokinase products.

Sanofi honors 10 advocacy organizations promoting health equity solutions in underserved U.S. communities

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

KO Flu and Covid will engage and communicate with seniors about influenza risks and the benefits of vaccination by utilizing boxing events in historically disadvantaged communities.

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  • KO Flu and Covid will engage and communicate with seniors about influenza risks and the benefits of vaccination by utilizing boxing events in historically disadvantaged communities.
  • This service will assist patients and caregivers by clarifying treatment options, providing biomarker testing education, and identifying clinical trial options.
  • Transplant Equity and Awareness for Sickle Cell Disease will address low stem cell donation and the underutilization of Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) treatment.
  • This multi-organization partnership strives to lead an educational awareness program targeting Black and Hispanic communities in the US.

Pathway to Cures Announces Venture Investment in Five Liters

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Monday, October 16, 2023

Pathway to Cures (P2C) announced today its investment of $500,000 in Five Liters, a subsidiary of Spark Biomedical, to develop therapies for treating inheritable blood and bleeding disorders.

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  • Pathway to Cures (P2C) announced today its investment of $500,000 in Five Liters, a subsidiary of Spark Biomedical, to develop therapies for treating inheritable blood and bleeding disorders.
  • Pathway to Cures, an affiliate of the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation, is a venture philanthropy fund focused on early-stage companies developing cures, therapies, or enabling technologies in support of the inheritable blood and bleeding disorders community.
  • This significant milestone is made possible through Five Liters' collaboration with Northwell Health’s Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research in New York.
  • Dr. Recht is Chief Medical and Scientific Officer at both Pathway to Cures and the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF) and chairs the Pathway to Cures Scientific Advisory Group.

Pathway to Cures Announces First Donor to Fund

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Monday, October 9, 2023

Pathway to Cures (P2C), the venture philanthropy fund of the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation, focused on early-stage companies developing cures, therapies, or enabling technologies in support of the inheritable blood and bleeding disorders community, announces a transformational gift to their fund.

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  • Pathway to Cures (P2C), the venture philanthropy fund of the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation, focused on early-stage companies developing cures, therapies, or enabling technologies in support of the inheritable blood and bleeding disorders community, announces a transformational gift to their fund.
  • Kim and Scott Martin have made a founding donation to Pathway to Cures venture fund adding to the existing estate gift which launched the fund earlier this year.
  • “My wife and I feel privileged to launch the fundraising efforts for Pathway to Cures.
  • Dr. Valentino is the Chief Executive Officer at both Pathway to Cures and the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF), “as a donor to the venture fund, Scott will also serve as a member of the Donor Advisory Committee for Pathway to Cures.