Sarepta slashes staff

Sarepta's Elevidys will remain on the market with a black box warning. But this gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy still faces commercial headwinds and analysts say the company has work to do to win over patients and investors

Editor's Pick

Top Story Sarepta Slashes Staff, Maps Path Forward for Gene Therapy and Narrower Pipeline Sarepta's Elevidys will remain on the market with a black box warning. But this gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy still faces commercial headwinds and analysts say the company has work to do to win over patients and investors. Sponsored See Who's Attending the 2025 IDGA VA Healthcare Summit! Presented by IDGA The latest attendee list is here! See which VA leaders, government agencies, and industry experts are joining us next week from July 22-23, at IDGA's Veterans Affairs Healthcare Summit.  Don't miss out! Super Early Bird Pricing Ends TODAY ⏳ Time's almost up to save on MedCity INVEST Digital Health — happening September 18 in Dallas. Join the nation's leading healthcare innovators, investors, and startups for a day of insights, networking, and deal-making. 🚨 Super Early Bird pricing ends TODAY Secure your spot → Register Now

Featured News

Employers Will Likely Reduce Health Benefits in 2026, New Mercer Survey Reveals A new survey from Mercer found that 51% of large employers said they are likely or very likely to make health benefit changes that would shift more costs to employees. Most Patients Want AI in Healthcare — If It Means More Time with Their Doctor Most patients are open to the use of AI in healthcare — as long as it enhances, rather than replaces, human interaction, according to new research. It also showed that patients want transparency about how AI is used. 5 Email Security Misconceptions That Put Healthcare Organizations at Risk [Sponsored] A report by Paubox maintains that many compliance failures are caused by false assumptions rather than negligence. CMS and AHIP Isn't the Finish Line: It's the Starting Gun for Prior Auth Innovation Without systemic redesign, these efforts risk reinforcing the same pain points that made prior authorization a flashpoint for payers and providers. Two Imperatives for the Future of Diagnostics: Adaptability and Digitalization to Unlock the Potential of AI While this kind of innovation and change can be challenging and is often a significant investment, it represents a powerful combination that can benefit individuals, healthcare professionals, and laboratories.

Video   Are there any healthcare wins in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act? There's been a lot of doom and gloom around the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. However, there are some healthcare wins, including telehealth access.

Sponsored Expert Care in Houston: Top-Rated Hand and Wrist Surgeons You Can Trust Presented by Fondren Orthopedic Group Too many people sacrifice their quality of life by putting off a surgical procedure. Discover the top-rated hand and wrist surgeons in the Houston area who can help. Learn More.

Resources

Selecting the Right EMR: A Practical Guide to Streamlining Your Practice and Enhancing Patient Care Choosing the wrong EMR can slow your practice down. This guide helps healthcare teams compare options, avoid costly pitfalls, and choose a platform that improves care, compliance, and patient experience. View Guide Now

MedCity News • PO Box 901 • New York, NY unsubscribe