Category : Pharmaceuticals


Canada Approves First Generic Ozempic

Canada has approved its first generic version of Novo Nordisk's Ozempic, offering cheaper access to semaglutide. Health Canada reviews eight more submissions.

Health Canada OKs First Generic Ozempic

Health Canada has approved the first generic version of Ozempic, a popular diabetes drug, potentially lowering costs and increasing access for patients across the country.

Two Charged in North Bay Drug Bust

North Bay police seized $80K in illicit drugs including fentanyl, cocaine, and pills, along with $5,335 cash. Two individuals face charges following a search warrant execution.

Boehringer Ingelheim 2025: 7.3% Sales Growth, Two Drug Launches

Boehringer Ingelheim achieved significant growth in 2025 with 7.3% sales increase to €27.8 billion and successful launches of two breakthrough therapies for lung conditions. The company invested €6.4 billion in R&D, reaching 70 million patients globally.

FDA Approves Higher-Dose Wegovy Shots

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new, higher-dose version of Wegovy, expanding treatment options for chronic weight management.

Novartis Settles Lawsuit Over Henrietta Lacks' Cells

Novartis has settled a lawsuit alleging it profited from Henrietta Lacks' cells, taken without consent in 1951. The agreement, finalized in Maryland federal court, follows a similar 2023 settlement with Thermo Fisher Scientific.

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