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After Yusimry's Discount, Future Adalimumab Pricing Unclear |
Adalimumab, sold under the brand name Humira, enjoyed a long run as one of the world's best-selling medicines. But its 20-year, competition-free period has ended, and despite its best efforts to delay their arrival, drug manufacturer AbbVie now faces increasing competition from biosimilars entering the marketplace. |
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Recent outbreaks in the Americas underscore need to urgently address immunization gaps, PAHO Director says
Over 66 million vaccine doses to be administered during Vaccination Week in the Americas, including 2.7 million doses of measles-containing vaccineWashington D.C., 24 April 2025 (PAHO) – As countries in the Americas confront outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles and yellow fever, Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director… 04/25/2025
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WHO releases new guideline to prevent adolescent pregnancies and improve girls’ health
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PAHO and CAF sign agreement to strengthen malaria response in Amazon border regions
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WHO Member States conclude negotiations and make significant progress on draft pandemic agreement
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