September 23, 2013
On September 23rd, in Mexico City, the International Alliance of Patients’ Organizations (IAPO) hosted a discussion on biosimilars at their Latin American Multi-Stakeholder Seminar. The meeting was attended by patient and interest groups from the region as well as ASBM Executive Director, Michael Reilly, and Global Colon Cancer Association (GCCA) Co-Executive Director, Andy Spiegel. The discussion […]
July 1, 2013
Ottawa, ONTARIO – Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) chairman, Richard Dolinar M.D., was one of a small group of patient advocates invited to address international regulators at the “Regulator Forum on Biologic Naming and Traceability” hosted by Health Canada and BIOTECanada on June 26 and 27. Dolinar’s presentation added a physician’s perspective to the […]
June 27, 2013
WASHINGTON, DC- The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) is pleased to announce the addition of EuropaBio to its membership. EuropaBio is the European Association for Bioindustries, bringing together bioscience companies from all fields of research and development, testing, manufacturing and distribution of biotechnology products. It has 56 corporate members, 14 associate members and Bio […]
June 27, 2013
WASHINGTON, DC- The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) is pleased to announce the addition of EuropaBio to its membership. EuropaBio is the European Association for Bioindustries, bringing together bioscience companies from all fields of research and development, testing, manufacturing and distribution of biotechnology products. It has 56 corporate members, 14 associate members and Bio […]
June 25, 2013
BOSTON, Mass. — Speaking at the 49th Annual Drug Information Association (DIA) Conference, Dr. Richard Dolinar, chairman of The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM), presented an analysis of past drug shortages and discussed how policies toward biologic drugs can be developed to guard against short supply. Dr. Dolinar’s presentation, entitled “Characterizing Drug Shortages and Their Causes: Anticipated Future Trends,” stresses that quality and consistency are vital for ensuring a steady and safe supply of biologic medicines for patients.
May 16, 2013
Executive Director Michael Reilly spoke with Bloomberg BNA on the challenges facing the biosimilars process both in the U.S. and abroad. View the Video Insights interview here.
May 16, 2013
Executive Director Michael Reilly spoke with Bloomberg BNA on the challenges facing the biosimilars process both in the U.S. and abroad. View the Video Insights interview here.
April 26, 2013
By Gerald Felando Affordable, quality health care is a mainstay topic in today’s media and will continue to be, especially here in Sacramento. As a dentist, cancer survivor and former member of the California Assembly, I know the importance of creating policy that is patient-centered. The delivery of optimal health care for patients is constantly […]
April 26, 2013
By Gerald Felando Affordable, quality health care is a mainstay topic in today’s media and will continue to be, especially here in Sacramento. As a dentist, cancer survivor and former member of the California Assembly, I know the importance of creating policy that is patient-centered. The delivery of optimal health care for patients is constantly […]
April 26, 2013
In Florida’s House and Senate, lawmakers are currently working on legislation that would enable patients to purchase lower-cost alternatives to some of today’s most-advanced medicines. Unfortunately, a recent amendment to the legislation undermines the physican-patient relationship. It’s critical for lawmakers to revert to their original proposal. The legislation under consideration deals with a new class […]
