On this episode of Not So Different, we discuss some of the global biosimilar policy news that came out during the month of March, including a new bill in Congress and 2 Canadian jurisdictions implementing switching policies.
On this episode of Not So Different, we discuss some of the global biosimilar policy news that came out during the month of March, including a new bill in Congress and 2 Canadian jurisdictions implementing switching policies.
Show notes
Canadian Province Newfoundland and Labrador Adds Biosimilar Switching Policy
Yukon Becomes Tenth Canadian Jurisdiction to Add Biosimilars Switching Policy
Policy Recommendations for Improving Biosimilar Uptake in Belgium
Researchers Recommend Improvements for China’s Biosimilar Regulatory Policies
The Increasing Access to Biosimilars Act of 2023 Introduced to Congress
Published Data Coupled With Real-world Evidence Show Safety of Biosimilar-to-Biosimilar Switching
Uptake Barriers Will Deter Future Competitors From Investing in Biosimilars, Julie Reed Warns
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