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How well do you know medical affairs?

Explore the evolution of medical affairs in this quick quiz, from its early days as a support function to the strategic role it plays today.

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Women’s health market booms – but gaps persist

As International Women’s Day approaches, data on the global women’s health market paints a mixed picture.

Month in pharma news, explained

Month in pharma news, explained – February 2026

In this monthly news roundup, we take a look back at top moments from the pharmaceutical industry. It’s time to reflect on February 2026.

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Novo Nordisk invests €432m in Irish tablet plant

Novo Nordisk is refitting its facility in Athlone, Ireland, aimed at expanding GLP-1 manufacturing capacity.

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UK pharma M&A stalled, biotech thrived in 2025

A new report suggests biotech took the lead in UK healthcare M&A in 2025, outpacing pharma and life sciences.

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How well do you know pharma marketing?

Explore 200 years of pharmaceutical marketing in this quick quiz, from early medical advertising to today.

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UCB and Refold Therapeutics strike amyloidosis deal

UCB backs Refold Therapeutics to tackle light chain amyloidosis, a rare disease damaging the heart and kidneys.

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Actor's death spotlights early-onset bowel cancer

James Van Der Beek’s death from bowel cancer has thrust rising colorectal cancer rates back into the spotlight.

5 minutes with Dr Stefanie Rau, Nestlé Health Science

Stefanie Rau, Global Medical Affairs Manager, Healthy Ageing, unpacks why it’s never too early to invest in your health.

The 2026 pharma forecast

The 2026 pharma forecast

Predictions you won’t want to miss from industry experts. Unpack opportunities, threats and unknowns.