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Novo Nordisk sues spas and clinics for selling version of Ozempic; the 'beyond unethical' conflicts of interest in drug benefits

June 20, 2023
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STAT+ | Novo Nordisk sues spas and clinics for selling versions of Wegovy and Ozempic for weight loss

Novo Nordisk accused the spas and clinics of false advertising, unfair competition and infringing on trademarks for Ozempic and Wegovy.

By Ed Silverman


STAT+ | Eli Lilly to acquire DICE Therapeutics in $2.4 billion deal

DICE's lead program is an oral drug that aims to inhibit a signaling chemical involved in a cascade of reactions that leads to inflammation.

By Matthew Herper


STAT+ | 'It's beyond unethical': Opaque conflicts of interest permeate prescription drug benefits

A largely hidden flow of money between major consulting firms and PBMs compromises the firms' ability to choose drug benefits for employers.

By Bob Herman



Bayer is doubling down on its investment strategy in the United States.
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STAT+ | How drug pricing reforms are affecting Bayer's investments

Despite Democrats' drug pricing reforms, one major pharmaceutical company is doubling down in the U.S. market.

By Rachel Cohrs


STAT+ | Exact Sciences touts accuracy of updated Cologuard cancer test, but experts want more data

While the biotech plans to use the data to apply for regulatory approval, cancer specialists say they need to see more details.

By Jonathan Wosen


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