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'Most Reponsible' pharma named

Analysis has ranked US-headquartered companies according to how socially responsible they are, with 11 pharmas making the list

Pharmac about-face on new plan
A community outcry has seen the funding body reverse direction on a proposal to change its list of medicines to be reimbursed
TODAY
Global restructure hits ANZ jobs
An organisational shake-up has been rolled out just before Christmas, a mix of promotions, role changes and departures
TODAY
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Novartis' new Country Leader
Well-known industry leader is returning to Big Pharma to take on the Country President role from next year
17 December
J&J signs up Aussie movie star
Australian superstars are being snapped up by pharma to educate the public with J&J the latest to partner with a big name
17 December
Pharmas on Santa's Naughty List
These companies have racked up billions of dollars in corporate fines, penalties and settlements
16 December
Aussie company names new leader
Fast-growing organisation in a booming but controversial space appoints its first CEO with an internal promotion
15 December
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Access wait blows out to 726 days
Latest figures from Amgen's Australian Patient Access Gap Tracker reveals patients are waiting longer than ever
TODAY
Govt plans more spending on PBS
Mid-year estimates reveal how much the Federal Govt expects new listings to add to the total cost of the PBS over four years
TODAY
Shares tumble on gloomy forecast
Company braces for a US$17 billion loss of exclusivity hit and is counting on a burgeoning pipeline to turn its fortunes around
17 December
FDA greenlights Aussie companies
Locals are making their mark in the US, with the FDA handing out designations for up-and-coming Aussie treatments
17 December
Calling industry's best and brightest
Nominations open for these prestigious Australian Awards, showcasing outstanding contributions to industry
17 December
TGA tick for Aussie groundbreaker
Another stride forward toward commercialisation for this Aussie product which has the potential to revolutionise vaccine delivery
16 December
Leaders unveil 2026 Wish List
With 2026 shaping up as a make-or-break year for Australian pharma, the country's industry leaders have high hopes
16 December
Who's MA's newest member?
Big Pharma joins its second industry association this year, becoming a Class One member of Medicines Australia
16 December
New form slashes treatment time
First subcutaneous PD-1 inhibitor has been approved in Australia, offering more convenient treatment options for patients
16 December
Most powerful obesity drug yet?
Lilly unveils another winner with its triple agonist relatrutide on track to become the most effective weight loss treatment on the market
15 December
Leaders reveal Summer plans
There's no doubt it's time for a break and ANZ Country Leaders have revealed what they'll be doing over Summer to rest and reset
15 December
Inaugural pharma Summit for 2026
Senior leaders from government, industry and patient advocacy will meet next February to end the era of medicines shortages
15 December
Market disruptor approved by TGA
New form of an old drug registered on the ARTG could completely change the way people use it, and it's already on PBAC's agenda
15 December Approvals Action
No 1 for customer experience
HCPs are becoming more dissatisfied with the service provided by pharmas, but some companies are bucking the trend
12 December
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