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New NovoPen 6 Connected Pen Trial in T1DM (CONNECT 1); Lilly-sponsored Treprostinil/Sodium Citrate Infusion Site Pain Trial in T1DM; Dario Partners with New Employer Group; Ascensia Launches “This is Diabetes” Competition

A series of diabetes-related news items have been observed: Novo has initiated a NovoPen 6 connected pen observational trial in T1DM (CONNECT 1; view CT.gov record); Lilly has initiated a treprostinil/sodium citrate infusion site pain trial in T1DM (view CT.gov record); Dario announced a new agreement with a US global employer; Ascensia announced launch of “This is Diabetes” competition. Below, FENIX provides further highlights and insights for the respective news items. 

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Medtronic Expands 630G/670G Pump Recall; Xeris Completes Acquisition of Strongbridge; DreaMed FDA Clearance for AI-based Clinical Decision Support System for T2DM; Know Labs Bio-RFID Readings Comparable to FDA-Cleared Devices

A series of cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: Medtronic recalled 600 series insulin pumps (view FDA website); Xeris announced the closing of its acquisition of Strongbridge BioPharma; DreaMed announced FDA clearance of its AI-based clinical decision support system, called Advisor Pro, for patients with T2DM; Know Labs published a report that shows the accuracy of its non-invasive Bio-RFID technology blood glucose sensor is comparable to FDA-cleared devices (press release; view report). Below, FENIX provides further highlights and insights for the respective news items.  Medtronic expands 630G/670G pump recall Medtronic recently recalled an expanded set of its 600 series insulin pumps (630G and 670G)……

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BI/Lilly Launch Educational CVRM Game for HCPs; MannKind INHALE-1 Pediatric Study Enrolls First Patient; Dietitian-based Resource with PWD Launched

Three cardiometabolic-related news items have been observed: BI/Lilly announced the launch of an educational initiative for HCPs, called CRMSynced, which uses gamification to encourage HCPs to prioritize a holistic approach to disease management; MannKind announced the first patient has been enrolled in the Afrezza Ph3 pediatric study; Teatis announced the launch of Teatis RD on Demand, a resource designed to connect people with diabetes to dietitians who can assist in managing their disease through personalized meal plans. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective new items.

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Kerendia Early Launch and HCP Website Analysis

Bayer has updated its Kerendia HCP website with new messaging for finerenone following FDA approval in July 2021. Recall, the Kerendia HCP website previously was active with simple “now approved” messaging and was bare aside from a link to the press release, webinar sign up, speak with a Kerendia representative, and the prescribing information. Of note, the patient website appears to be largely unchanged since the initial approval. Below, FENIX provides an analysis of the initial Kerendia HCP messaging and early Kerendia Rx data, including a time-aligned launch comparison with other key brands.

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Biocorp and Novo Mallya Partnership; Nemaura Signs Contract for Non-invasive CGM EU Distribution; AHA Late-breaking Science Sessions Released; EASD 2021 Key Press Releases (Sept 27)

On the first day of EASD 2021, two key press releases were observed from Biocorp and Nemaura Medical. Additionally, AHA late-breaking science sessions have been released. Below FENIX provides insights and context from each respective announcement, including thoughts on how the Biocorp/Novo Nordisk partnership could signal Novo’s disposable connected pen solution is further behind than previously anticipated.

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New Non-invasive BGM; Amarin Updates Vascepa US Go-to-market Strategy; Welldoc Receives 510(k) Clearance for Bolus and Premixed Insulin Titration; CinFina Agreement with Janssen for QW Obesity Assets

A series of cardiometabolic-related news items have recently been observed: Know Labs announced the addition of KnowU, a portable Bio-RFID glucose monitoring device, to the company’s portfolio of non-invasive diagnostic technology; Amarin announced an update to its Vascepa go-to-market strategy, including US field force layoffs; Welldoc announced FDA 510(k) clearance for the BlueStar Insulin Adjustment Program for bolus and premixed insulin titration; and CinFina Pharma announced an agreement with Janssen Sciences Ireland Unlimited Company to acquire exclusive WW rights to four QW anorectic agents for the treatment fo obesity. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights for the respective news items.

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