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Ovarian cancer patients to have NICE-approved drug combination option on Cancer Drugs Fund
A potentially life-extending drug combination for some people with advanced, high-grade epithelial ovarian, fallopian tube or primary peritoneal cancer will now be available on the Cancer Drugs Fund (CDF), following its approval by NICE in draft guidance published today.
Over 700 people a year could benefit from a new lung cancer drug
An innovative and potentially life-extending drug for treating people with a specific gene mutation of advanced non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) has been recommended by NICE and will be available to patients from today (Thursday, 14 April).
Patients with rare blood disorders to receive new treatment option, says NICE
In final guidance published today (20 May 2021), NICE has recommended ravulizumab (Ultomiris, Alexion Pharmaceuticals) as a treatment for paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria (PNH). Draft guidance published 19 May 2021 also recommends the treatment for atypical haemolytic uraemic syndrome (aHUS).
Avelumab not recommended as a maintenance treatment of urothelial cancer
NICE has issued draft guidance which does not recommend avelumab for maintenance treatment of urothelial cancer after platinum-based chemotherapy.
Updated guideline recommends more treatment choices for menopause symptoms
New evidence shows that cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) can help reduce menopause symptoms including hot flushes and night sweats, depressive symptoms and problems sleeping NICE has said in its draft updated guideline on menopause published today (17 November 2023).
New life-extending drug treatment for children and teenagers with an aggressive form of brain cancer
Dabrafenib with trametinib is a targeted treatment that can be taken at home rather than hospital and improves the length and quality of life for patients..
Jeanette Kusel explains how we are working in partnership to improve patient access to the best digital health innovations.
NICE partners with international health technology assessment bodies
Six health technology assessment (HTA) bodies from three continents are to collaborate on a range of topics that will benefit people accessing healthcare around the world.
Starting with the end in mind - the Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway
The Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP) will smooth the process by which innovative new medicines are developed, speeding their progression from clinical trial through to the NHS, bringing significant benefits to patients.
A 'safe space' for addressing complex health technology assessment challenges
Nick Crabb discusses how we’re developing a collaborative space for research and development, to help us create new methods and processes for health technology assessment.
NICE and the GetReal Institute: facilitating the adoption and implementation of real-world evidence in health care decision-making.
Three treatments for COVID-19 recommended in final draft guidance
Everyone with COVID-19 at highest risk of developing severe disease will have access to clinically and cost-effective treatments.
Hundreds of children with type 2 diabetes to be offered choice of two life changing technologies
Children with type 2 diabetes who currently manage their condition with the stressful task of finger prick testing several times a day could be offered a choice between two ‘life changing’ technologies to virtually automate the process.
Draft guidance recommends healthcare professionals ask people about gambling
Health professionals should ask people about gambling if they attend a health check or GP appointment with a mental health problem, in a similar way to how people are asked about their smoking and alcohol consumption, according to new draft guidance.
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