Press release 25 Feb 2013

IFPMA highlights benefits of incremental innovation for global health

Biopharmaceutical incremental innovation increases therapeutic benefits and the number of treatment options available to healthcare providers and patients To better address patients’ needs, researchers constantly seek to reduce dosing frequency, improve tolerability of existing medicines, and minimize the potential for drug-drug interactions The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations (IFPMA) today launches a new...

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Video 22 Feb 2013

IFPMA technical briefing on biopharmaceutical innovation: making natural product research work

Overview of contents and objectives of the Technical Briefing Andrew Jenner — Director of Innovation, Intellectual Property and Trade (IFPMA)

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Video 12 Feb 2013

Panel discussion: The threat of false friends fake medicines – Imminent risks to global health

Geneva Pharma Forum: The Threat of False Friends Fake Medicines – Imminent Risks to Global Health

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Press release 4 Feb 2013

New findings offer systemic solutions to address non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in low- and middle-income countries

The Johns Hopkins University report identifies systemic gaps in NCD research, policy and practice Offering pragmatic actions and sustainable solutions, experts cite multisectoral cooperation as vital Independent research project stems from IFPMA Framework for Action on NCDs, focusing on innovation, access and affordability, prevention and health education, and partnerships The four main NCD categories –...

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Report 27 Jan 2013

IFPMA facts & figures 2012

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Report 27 Jan 2013

2012 Pharmaceutical R&D projects to discover cures for patients with neglected conditions

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Statement 25 Jan 2013

WHO Executive Board, 132nd session IFPMA statement under agenda item 9.2

WHO Executive Board, 132nd session IFPMA Statement under agenda item 9.2 “Neglected Tropical Diseases” Delivered by Mario Ottiglio, Director, Public Affairs & Global Health Policy Thank you for the opportunity to contribute to this important discussion today. IFPMA represents leading research-based pharmaceutical companies as well as national and regional industry associations across the world Mr...

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Statement 25 Jan 2013

WHO Executive Board 132nd session IFPMA statement under agenda item 10.2

WHO Executive Board, 132nd session IFPMA Statement under agenda item 10.2 “Follow-up of the report of the Consultative Expert Working Group on Research and Development: Financing and Coordination”  Delivered by Mario Ottiglio, Director, Public Affairs & Global Health Policy Thank you on behalf of the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) for the...

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Statement 24 Jan 2013

WHO Executive Board, 132nd session IFPMA statement under agenda item 8.2

WHO Executive Board, 132nd session IFPMA Statement under agenda item 8.2 “Pandemic influenza preparedness: sharing of influenza viruses and access to vaccines and other benefits” Delivered by Janis Bernat, Assoc. Director, Biotherapeutics & Scientific Affairs  Madam Chair, Madam Director General, and colleagues, thank you for the opportunity to provide input to this important discussion. The...

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Statement 23 Jan 2013

WHO Executive Board, 132nd session IFPMA statement under agenda item 5

IFPMA Statement under agenda item 5: “Key issues for the development of a policy on engagement with NGOs”  Delivered by Mario Ottiglio, Director, Public Affairs & Global Health Policy Thank you for the opportunity to contribute to this important discussion today. IFPMA represents leading research-based pharmaceutical companies as well as national and regional industry associations across...

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Press release 16 Jan 2013

New report shows major increase in pharmaceutical research and development (R&D) for neglected diseases

Review shows 40 percent increase in R&D programs led by industry to find new or improved vaccines and treatments for ailments affecting more than one billion people R&D, health system capacity-strengthening efforts, and medicine donations comprise industry’s holistic approach to addressing neglected diseases Increased donations speed WHO’s ability to deliver medicines to people in need...

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Video 14 Dec 2012

IFPMA Season’s Greetings e-card

IFPMA Best wishes for the holiday season and a prosperous 2013

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