ICYMI: New approvals by the FDA in 2021 offer greater treatment options for patients

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a total of 60 new drugs in 2021. A new report from the FDA catalogs 50 new approvals by the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER)....
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2020 FDA approvals show innovation despite COVID-19 pandemic challenges

A new report from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notes that the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) approved 53 novel drugs last year. These figures are in addition to...
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Report: More than 1,300 medicines and vaccines in development to help fight cancer

Over the last 30 years, significant progress has been made in the fight against cancer. Researchers have expanded their understanding of how cancer develops and how to target medicines for specific...
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New report shows more than 400 medicines and vaccines in development to tackle infectious diseases, including COVID-19

Throughout history, infectious diseases caused by pathogens such as bacteria or viruses have taken a devastating toll on the lives and security of people around the world. With the ongoing COVID-19...
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New report explores setbacks that bring future cancer success stories

Conversations and healthy debate about issues facing the biopharmaceutical industry and the health care system are critical to addressing the important work we do for patients. The Catalyst welcomes...
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What scientific experts are saying about vaccine safety

Vaccines have played a critical role in reducing the spread of, and in some cases, eliminating the threat of many devastating infectious diseases. They are often cited as second only to clean...
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New report shows nearly 260 vaccines in development, including dozens for COVID-19

Vaccines represent some of the most impactful advances in public health, helping to prevent the spread of many infectious diseases and, in many parts of the world, eliminating some of the most...
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R&D Focus: New report shows nearly 600 medicines in development for pediatric patients

America’s biopharmaceutical researchers are committed to studying, developing and testing medicines to meet the unique needs of pediatric patients. New treatment options for infants, children and...
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ICYMI: 2019 brings innovative medicines to patients

New reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) show a total of 55 novel new medicines were approved in 2019. Among these, 48 were approved by the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research...
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PhRMA comments to Congress on Cures 2.0 call to action

As new therapies continue to revolutionize the treatment of many diseases, it is positive news that policymakers in Washington are discussing ways to ensure patient access to new treatments and...
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