Pink Sheet Podcast: Election Fallout, IRA Impacting Product Development, Updated US FDA Expanded Access Policy
Executive Summary
Pink Sheet reporters and editor discuss the impact of the midterm elections, the Inflation Reduction Act’s effects on drug development, and adjustments to FDA expanded access guidance.
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