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Published in Politics and Government on Tuesday, December 17th 2024 at 10:20 GMT by STAT   Print publication without navigation

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The article from STAT News discusses several key developments in the biotech and healthcare sectors. Gameto, a company focused on women's health, has raised $33 million to advance its work on in vitro gametogenesis (IVG), aiming to create human eggs and sperm from any cell. This could potentially revolutionize fertility treatments. Meanwhile, Dr. Marty Makary has criticized the FDA for what he perceives as a lack of transparency and accountability, particularly in relation to the approval processes for drugs like Pfizer's Ibrance, which has faced scrutiny over its efficacy and safety. Additionally, the article touches on the ongoing debate over pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and their role in drug pricing, with some advocating for reforms to increase transparency and reduce costs. Lastly, the piece highlights the broader implications of these issues on patient care and the future of medical innovation.

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[ https://www.statnews.com/2024/12/17/biotech-news-gameto-makary-fda-pfizer-ivf-pbm-ibrance-the-readout/ ]

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