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EFPIA Newsletter 22 October 2026

Europe has the science on Alzheimer’s disease. Now it needs a plan to deliver it

As new diagnostic tests and treatments have changed what an Alzheimer's disease diagnosis can mean, patients, doctors, MEPs and industry warn that limited funding, health systems lagging behind innovation and missing political will could still leave people waiting.

The IPHA Podcast: Shaping the Future of Healthcare and Life Sciences

As part of IPHA’s EU Presidency Programme, the IPHA podcast series brings together industry leaders, policymakers and experts to explore the issues shaping the future of healthcare and life sciences in Europe. From health security and strategic autonomy to competitiveness and patient access, each episode offers fresh perspectives on the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Listen to the podcast here.

Events

11 NOV 2026

Health Means Wealth conference Prague, Czech Republic

The Health Means Wealth conference will explore how investing in health and innovation can strengthen health system...

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17 NOV 2026

Europe's Life Sciences Competitiveness Agenda - Innovation, investment and global... Hybrid

Organised by Rapporteur, this event will explore how Europe can strengthen its life sciences competitiveness and improve...

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What we are reading

How can the health sector be a driver of economic competitiveness in Europe? 19 October 2026 (European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies)

US drug pricing policies create opportunities for China 16 October 2026 (POLITICO)

Belgian PM calls for pharma shield after GSK job cuts 16 October 2026 (Rapporteur)

Life Sciences Declaration: Take action now to safeguard health, prosperity and strategic autonomy... 04 October 2026 (pharma.be)

About the EFPIA newsletter

The European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA) represents the pharmaceutical industry operating in Europe. Through its direct membership of 36 national associations and 39 leading pharmaceutical companies, EFPIA is the voice on the EU scene of 1,900 companies committed to researching, developing and bringing to patients new medicines that will improve health and the quality of life around the world.

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