STAT+: Pharmalittle: Wyden goes back to the drawing board on drug pricing; Emergent undergoes an executive shake-up

And so, another working week will soon draw to a close. Not a moment too soon, yes? This is, you may recall, our treasured signal to daydream about weekend plans. Our agenda is ambitious when measured by our usual standards. As the designated Pharmalot groundskeeper, we plan to beautify the grounds. We also hope to make time to promenade with the official mascot, indulge our shortest person, and catch up on our reading (a book about spies awaits). And what about you? This is a fine time to make a vaccine appointment. Those of you who see that your cup is half full could plan a getaway for later this year. Or you could simply enjoy the great outdoors. Well, whatever you do, have a grand time. But be safe. Enjoy, and see you soon. …

AstraZeneca (AZN) has struggled to pull together the full data necessary to apply for U.S. approval of its Covid-19 shot, further delaying its efforts to secure a go-ahead from the Food and Drug Administration, The Wall Street Journal reports. The company said last month that it would apply for emergency use authorization for its vaccine by mid-April. It has recently told U.S. officials it might need until mid-May to finish its application for an FDA review.

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