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This episode of Pharma Pulse covers how Mark Cuban’s direct-to-consumer pharmacy is challenging traditional drug pricing models, AstraZeneca’s $4.5 billion investment to expand its Virginia manufacturing site, and Bristol Myers Squibb’s $1.5 billion acquisition of Orbital Therapeutics to advance RNA-based medicines.

Pharma Pulse: Mark Cuban Disrupts Drug Pricing, AstraZeneca Expands US Manufacturing, and BMS Bets Big on RNA Therapeutics

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The new Albemarle County site—reportedly the largest investment in AstraZeneca’s history—will focus on API and ADC production, create 3,600 jobs, while strengthening US pharma supply chain resilience.

AstraZeneca Expands US Manufacturing Footprint by Increasing Virginia Facility Investment to $4.5 Billion 

Set to debut in California this December, Amazon’s new i=pharmacy kiosks aim to streamline care by letting One Medical patients pick up prescriptions right after appointments, eliminating the need for a separate pharmacy visit.

Amazon Expands Healthcare Reach With Prescription Kiosks at One Medical Clinics

This episode of Pharma Pulse covers the CDC’s new individualized approach to COVID-19 vaccination and changes to chickenpox guidance for toddlers, new research showing how GLP-1 therapies can interfere with PET-CT imaging results, and the Third Circuit Court’s rejection of Novo Nordisk’s IRA challenge.

Pharma Pulse: CDC Updates Vaccine Guidance, GLP-1s Linked to Imaging Challenges, and Novo Nordisk Loses Inflation Reduction Act Appeal

This episode of Pharma Pulse covers the FDA’s approval of golimumab for pediatric ulcerative colitis, AstraZeneca’s new multi-target neuroscience partnership with Algen, and Peli BioThermal’s acquisition of Evo to strengthen its global cold chain portfolio.

Pharma Pulse: FDA Expands Pediatric UC Treatment Options, AstraZeneca and Algen Partner in Neurology, and Peli BioThermal Boosts Cold Chain Capabilities

The addition of Evo’s cryogenic shipping and tracking technology enhances Peli BioThermal’s reach across the pharma value chain, driving innovation and integration in temperature-controlled logistics while supporting these therapies.

Peli BioThermal Expands Cold Chain Portfolio With Evo Acquisition to Strengthen CGT Logistics

This episode of Pharma Pulse covers allegations of retaliation against a former NIAID director following whistleblower complaints, new research suggesting ALS may be an autoimmune disease, and the wave of hospital layoffs affecting thousands of healthcare workers across the United States.

Pharma Pulse: NIAID Whistleblower Controversy, ALS Linked to Autoimmunity, and Hospital Layoffs Accelerate Nationwide

This episode of Pharma Pulse covers the FDA’s quiet approval of the first generic mifepristone tablet, Takeda’s decision to discontinue cell therapy research programs, and SciSafe’s expansion of biopharma storage capacity with a new East Brunswick, New Jersey facility.

Pharma Pulse: FDA Approves First Generic Mifepristone, Takeda Exits Cell Therapy Research, and SciSafe Expands Biopharma Storage

The new 5-million-cubic-foot biorepository enhances cold chain logistics, expands biopharma storage capacity, and strengthens New Jersey’s position as a life sciences hub.

SciSafe Expands Biopharma Storage With New East Brunswick Facility

This episode of Pharma Pulse covers the potential ramifications of a federal government shutdown on FDA operations, Aetna’s newly announced 2026 Medicare Advantage offerings, and new research showing maternal and child mortality rates in the US remain higher than in most high-income nations.

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