Pharma

University of Surrey joins global project to create immune digital twins

Researchers at the University of Surrey are creating immune digital twins, virtual models of individual immune systems, to advance personalised medicine and deliver tailored treatments.

MHRA approves Tofersen for rare inherited form of motor neurone disease

The MHRA has approved Tofersen to treat SOD1-related motor neurone disease (MND), a rare inherited form of the condition.

NICE approves first birch pollen allergy immunotherapy tablet for severe hay fever

A breakthrough treatment for severe hay fever caused by birch pollen will soon be available on the NHS, as NICE recommends the first daily immunotherapy tablet for patients who don’t respond to standard therapies.

MHRA approves first-ever adrenaline nasal spray in the UK for anaphylaxis

The UK has approved its first-ever needle-free adrenaline treatment for severe allergic reactions, marking a major development in how anaphylaxis could be managed in emergencies.

NHS to roll out long-lasting RSV antibody jab for premature babies

The NHS will offer a long-acting antibody injection to protect thousands of premature and vulnerable babies from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) starting this autumn.

NHS to roll out groundbreaking triple therapy for cystic fibrosis patients

The NHS will provide a new triple combination therapy to hundreds of children and adults with cystic fibrosis in England, aiming to improve lung function and quality of life for eligible patients.

At-home test offers lab-grade accuracy for covid, cancer, and more

UC Berkeley scientists unveil a powerful new at-home test using nanotech and AI to detect diseases like COVID-19 and cancer with unprecedented sensitivity.

Elinzanetant approved by MHRA to treat menopause hot flushes

Elinzanetant is a newly MHRA-approved non-hormonal treatment for menopause-related hot flushes and night sweats, offering an alternative to HRT.

MHRA seizes 7.7 million illegal medicines and cracks down on online listings

The MHRA has executed a significant operation, seizing a staggering 7.7 million doses of illegal medicines and eliminating hundreds of illicit online listings.

Microbes transform plastic waste into paracetamol

A new study has found that a common bacterium can turn everyday plastic waste into paracetamol.

£107m boost for Cardiff spin-out pioneering neuropsychiatric drugs

Cardiff University spin-out Draig Therapeutics has been awarded £107m ($140m) to advance the development of novel therapies for major neuropsychiatric disorders.

England becomes first to offer belantamab mafodotin for multiple myeloma  

Around 1,500 people in England with multiple myeloma will benefit from belantamab mafodotin, used in combination with bortezomib and dexamethasone.

5-minute STI test could revolutionise gonorrhoea and chlamydia detection

A revolutionary STI test developed by UK-based Linear Diagnostics, a University of Birmingham spin-out company, delivers lab-accurate results in five minutes.

‘AI scientist’ finds common drug combinations can kill breast cancer cells

An 'AI scientist', working in collaboration with human scientists, has discovered that combinations of cheap and safe drugs could be effective at treating breast cancer.

Psilocybin and IBS treatment: First psychedelic study in gastroenterology

In a groundbreaking first, psilocybin is entering gastroenterology. Dr. Erin Mauney leads a pioneering study exploring how psychedelic therapy could transform treatment for millions suffering from treatment-resistant Irritable Bowel Syndrome, offering new hope for gut-brain disorders.

Lung cancer drug aumolertinib approved after major trial success

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved aumolertinib for adult patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Failed Covid contracts cost British taxpayer £1.4 billion

A new report highlights the significant cost to British taxpayers resulting from the mishandling of Covid contracts.

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