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After Canada required pharma to pay fees, drug agency recommended coverage more often 

March 3, 2025
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STAT+ | After Canada required pharma to pay fees, drug agency recommended coverage more often

The likelihood that the Drug Agency would recommend jurisdictions fund coverage of medicines was six times higher for all drugs, other than cancer drugs.

By Ed Silverman


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The deal includes a $350 million upfront payment and potentially $1.9 billion depending on certain milestones being met.

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HHS review of a vaccine contract sparks worries about preparedness for a potential bird flu pandemic

Trump administration review causes concern this could be a prelude to cancelling a contract seen as critical for H5N1 pandemic preparedness

By Helen Branswell



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