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Lilly Launches Educational Initiative; Thane Wettig Joins FibroGen; Tandem Acquires Sugarmate; BI Doses First Patient in Ph2 Dual-agonist Trial; IM Therapeutics Doses First Patient with Novel T1DM Therapy

Five diabetes-related news items have been observed: Lilly initiated a hypoglycemia awareness campaign; former Lilly and Intarcia executive, Thane Wettig, joins FibroGen; Tandem announced the acquisition of Sugarmate; and more. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights on the respective news items.

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Companion Medical’s InPen Approved in Peds; BrightInsight Secures $40M Series B Funding

Two diabetes-related items have been observed: Companion Medical announced FDA approval of its InPen for use in all ages and BrightInsight announced a Series B funding round of $40M. Below, FENIX provides thoughts on the expanded indication for InPen and BrightInsight’s funding.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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DAPA-HF CHMP Opinion This Week?; CHMP Agenda June 22-25

The CHMP agenda for this month (June 22-25) has been released, and it includes one notable item, a potential DAPA-HF CHMP opinion, as well as several other agenda items. Below, FENIX provides diabetes-related highlights and insights from the June 2020 CHMP agenda.

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Tandem Control-IQ Approved in Peds Down to 6 Years of Age

Tandem Diabetes Care announced the t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ has been approved by FDA for use in pediatric patients down to six years of age. Previously, the product was indicated for 14 years of age and older. Tandem senior management also presented at the 2020 Raymond James Healthcare Innovation Conference, providing brief commentary on the pediatric indication and market opportunity. Below, FENIX provides thoughts on the expanded indication from Medtronic, Insulet, Bigfoot, and Beta Bionics.

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Trulicity, Ozempic, Afrezza, Libre, Control IQ, and Onduo RWE at ADA 2020; Sota T2DM CKD Data; vTv Presents TTP399 Ph2 Results; ADA 2020 Key Press Releases (June 13)

Today, nine diabetes-related news items were observed: Trulicity, Ozempic, Afrezza, Libre, Control IQ, and Onduo RWE data were presented at ADA 2020 as well as new data from Lexicon (sota T2DM Ph3 CKD), vTv (Ph2 Simplici-T1), and Zealand (V-Go patch pump). Below, FENIX provides context and analysis for the announcements.

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Medtronic 780G Data Impresses, but CGM Remains a Weak Point; Medtronic ADA 2020 Investor Event

Medtronic hosted its annual ADA investor event (view slides) and provided a strategic update to the company’s diabetes business. Medtronic also highlighted the 780G Advanced Hybrid Closed-loop data presented at today’s ADA conference as well as a pipeline update, including the CGM sensor roadmap. Furthermore, Medtronic announced a $337M investment from Blackstone Life Sciences (view press release) to support undisclosed diabetes development programs. Below, FENIX provides highlights from the Medtronic ADA investor event and insight into the potential market implications of 780G and Medtronic’s next-gen CGM platform.

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Novo Reports Final Sema Obesity Ph3 Topline Data; Jim Malone Joins Bigfoot; ADA 2020 Key Press Releases (June 12)

Today, two diabetes-related news items were observed: Novo reported topline results from the final semaglutide obesity Ph3a trials (STEP 2 and 3) and Bigfoot appointed Jim Malone as the company’s new CMO. Recall, Malone previously served as a Senior Medical Director for Lilly where he was responsible for the global development of Lilly insulin products and insulin delivery devices, including connected care. Below, FENIX provides context and analysis for the announcements. Medtronic-related coverage will be provided in a separate blast after their investor call.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Biocon/Mylan Bs-glargine Approved; Novo to Acquire Corvidia; Lifescan Launches Verio Reflect; Lannett FDA Bs-glargine Meeting; Medtronic 780G CE Mark; Dexcom Launches G6 Pro; ADA ’20 Key Data and Partnership Press Releases (June 11)

Ahead of the ADA 2020 conference start, a series of diabetes-related press releases have been observed: Biocon/Mylan received FDA approval for its bs-glargine, Novo Nordisk is set to acquire Corvidia, Lannett provided an update on its meeting with FDA for bs-glargine, LifeScan launched the Verio Reflect BGM, Medtronic received CE Mark for the 780G system, Dexcom launches G6 Pro, and DarioHealth entered into new partnership agreements. Below, FENIX provides context and analysis for the announcements.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Senseonics Q1 ’20 Earnings Update

Yesterday, Senseonics hosted its Q1 ’20 earnings call (press release) and provided updates to its business including the company’s new strategic priorities following the suspension of its commercial activities. Importantly, Q1 ’20 net revenue fell to $36k compared to $3.4M in Q1 ’19. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the call.

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Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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Tirzepatide CVOT Underway; Dexcom G6 CE Mark for Wear on Upper Arm; Nemaura Medical to Join Russell Indices

A series of diabetes-related news has been observed: Lilly announced it has dosed the first patient in the tirzepatide SURPASS-CVOT study, Dexcom received CE Mark for the G6 CGM to be worn on the back of the upper arm, and Nemaura Medical is set to join the Russell 2000 Index and Russell 3000 Index. Below, FENIX provides highlights and insights from the respective news items.

About The Author

Matthew Maryniak

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President of Fenix Group International

Matthew has been a thought leader in the high-growth therapeutic areas of diabetes and cardiovascular medicine since 2006, making regular attendance at large and small CV/met scientific meetings and an architect of novel methods for assessing market opportunities. He has over a decade of experience in leading CV/met consulting engagements, is a published author in PM360 and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, and has been quoted in The Pink Sheet on anti-thrombotics.

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