Europe's CHMP gives thumbs up to AZ's breast cancer drug after thumbs down from FDA adcomm

Summary: Europe's health experts just said "yes" to a new breast cancer drug, even though the U.S. FDA recently gave it a thumbs down! The drug, made by AstraZeneca, helps treat advanced breast cancer when combined with other medicines.

Meanwhile, Europe also approved a daily pill version of the popular weight-loss drug Wegovy, a new lung disease treatment, and a fast-acting wrinkle smoother. Over in the U.K., officials changed their minds and will now cover a crucial cervical cancer treatment called Tivdak. It's a big week for new medical options across the pond!

Source: rssapp-fiercepharma-com URL: fiercepharma.com/pharma/europes-chmp-gives-thumbs-azs-breast-cancer-drug-after-thumbs-down-fda-adcomm (opens in new tab)

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