As cancer innovations thrive, patient access is the next piece of the puzzle

Why enhanced clinical trials and diagnostics are keys to boosting patient access to cancer care.

By Michael Gibney • June 8, 2022

Pharma giants take on Appalachian cancer rates in newest screening initiative

AstraZeneca and Bristol Myers Squibb are teaming up with the nonprofit Association of Community Cancer Centers to increase lung cancer screening in rural Appalachia for the long haul.

By Karissa Waddick • June 7, 2022

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Commercialization, marketing and social media

As the pharma industry stares down a historic patent cliff, macroeconomic headwinds and challenging R&D costs for increasingly complex medicines, nailing the launch of new medicines has become increasingly critical. 

By PharmaVoice staff

First 90 Days: Janssen Immunology’s David Jimenez

The long-time company man discusses the mega-drugmaker’s plans for growth and why, if you meet with him, you should plan on sipping coffee.

By Taren Grom • June 6, 2022

How to build a cancer pipeline: Big Pharma oncology heads on driving science forward

Executives leading the cancer departments at J&J, Merck and Takeda chime in on what it takes to construct a successful and sustainable oncology drug pipeline.

By Michael Gibney • June 6, 2022

Aduhelm's Medicare woes leave questions about lofty premiums

A single drug’s effect on the premiums that Medicare beneficiaries pay is raising questions about how these levels are set and what factors play a part.

By Kelly Bilodeau • June 2, 2022

Flagship's creative approach to finding the next big idea in biopharma

Avak Kahvejian, partner at Flagship Pioneering, a company that conceives, creates and launches bioplatform companies like Moderna, discusses its latest venture, ProFound Therapeutics.

By Alexandra Pecci • June 1, 2022

Cell and gene therapy advances coming fast and furious

A peek into R&D at the Mass General Brigham network reveals up-and-coming treatments pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in medicine.

By Kelly Bilodeau • June 1, 2022

SIGA prepares to kick production for monkeypox treatment into high gear

‘We’re not bored,’ the company’s science chief says as SIGA Technologies looks to ramp up supplies of its therapeutic.

By Meagan Parrish • May 31, 2022

First 90 Days: Sosei Heptares’ Chris Cargill

The company’s new CEO is looking to drive growth through collaboration and transparency.

By Kim Ribbink • May 31, 2022

PBMs under fire for drug prices defend their worth

A new Senate bill is putting PBMs in the crosshairs of lawmakers — but they argue that they're more than just middlemen.

By Michael Gibney • May 26, 2022

Making moves: Inovio, Veru, MindMed and more announce key new hires

The latest career moves in the biopharma industry from Veru, MindMed, Horizon Therapeutics and Inovio. 

By Karissa Waddick • May 25, 2022

Woman of the Week: Ferring Pharmaceutical's Araz Raoof

Growing up in Iraqi Kurdistan, Raoof says a 'lethal combination' of books and strong women paved her way into STEM.

By Taren Grom • May 25, 2022

Pharmas can be 'more than medicine' by focusing on preventative care

Why pharma companies are changing their tack to become more than the products they sell.

By Michael Gibney • May 24, 2022

3 things medical communications can learn from sales training experts

Medical communications is moving toward more modern approaches that can make critical information more engaging and better able to "stick".

May 23, 2022

Tracking trends in healthcare, from tech to patient care

High-performing leaders honored by the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association share their views on the future of the industry.

By Taren Grom • May 20, 2022

Ironwood Pharmaceuticals is charting a course to become a giant in GI

Ironwood’s CEO, Tom McCourt, discusses the company’s strategy for leveling up in the GI market. 

By Karissa Waddick • May 19, 2022

A potential COVID-19 EUA could turn this small biotech into a household name

Veru’s CEO discusses the impact of the upcoming FDA decision on its treatment targeting severely ill COVID-19 patients.

By Meagan Parrish • May 19, 2022

Jumping into pharma with big plans at a small company

SpringWorks Therapeutics' chief medical officer on the ambition that drives him and his company to develop treatments for cancer patients.

By Alexandra Pecci • May 17, 2022

BriOri BioTech sets the stage for the comeback of Vioxx

With a topical pain-relieving ointment in development, the emerging biotech is aiming to give the tarnished NSAID a new life.

By Kelly Bilodeau • May 17, 2022

Are digital DCTs the answer for rare diseases?

How data from EHRs is helping to identify, diagnose and recruit patients to decentralized clinical trials.

By Kim Ribbink • May 16, 2022

After 40 years, researchers discover new frontiers in the fight against HIV

Medical advances in the last two decades may now provide scientists with the right toolbox to target the long-elusive virus.

By Karissa Waddick • May 16, 2022

A better approach to boosting patient engagement

GoodRx solutions help biopharma brands overcome common barriers & increase patient engagement.

May 16, 2022

Why 'soft' skills matter in the new era of leadership

Standout leaders honored by the Healthcare Businesswomen's Association discuss the rising value of the interpersonal approach.

By Taren Grom • May 12, 2022

Woman of the Week: AiCure's Michelle Marlborough

As chief product officer at AiCure, Michelle Marlborough is focused on solving tough patient challenges through technology.

By Taren Grom • May 11, 2022

In the hot pharma talent market, execs battle these recruitment misconceptions

One of the top recruiting firms in life sciences weighs in on how companies can attract the next wave of rising stars.

By Meagan Parrish • May 11, 2022