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Weekly Health Highlights: Key Press Releases

In today's fast-paced news environment, healthcare professionals and consumers often find it challenging to stay updated with the numerous press releases shared weekly. From partnerships to new research findings, we've compiled an essential list of the most significant healthcare announcements that you shouldn’t overlook. Here’s a recap of some of the standout stories from the week of May 19-23, 2025.

1. Planet Fitness' Summer Initiative

Strength Starts Here: Annual High School Summer Pass Program
Planet Fitness is excited to announce the return of its popular High School Summer Pass™ program starting this June. This initiative grants teens free access to clubs throughout the summer, aiming to instill healthy fitness habits for a lifetime. CEO Colleen Keating emphasizes the importance of this program, which provides teens not just a place to work out but a supportive and non-judgmental environment to experience the mental and physical health benefits of exercise.

2. AI-Based Healthcare Platform Launched

Oracle Partners with Cleveland Clinic and G42
In a significant move to enhance healthcare delivery, Oracle, Cleveland Clinic, and G42 have announced their collaboration to create an AI-driven global healthcare platform. This innovative initiative will utilize Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and AI Data Platform, combined with Cleveland Clinic's clinical expertise, to innovate healthcare solutions that are not only efficient but also scalable on a global level.

3. A Breakthrough in Sleep Apnea Treatment

Apnimed Unveils Phase 3 Trial Results
Apnimed has announced promising topline results from its Phase 3 clinical trial for AD109, a potential oral treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Larry Miller, CEO, expressed optimism about the results, noting their significance in developing a simple, effective treatment that prioritizes patient needs and safety.

4. Enhancing Worker Safety with Technology

Collaboration Between DuPont and Epicore Biosystems
DuPont and Epicore are teaming up to improve worker safety through innovative wearable technology. The Connected Hydration solution developed by Epicore, combined with DuPont's protective wear, aims to monitor hydration in real-time, offering unprecedented insights into worker health and safety under diverse conditions.

5. New Trial for Endometriosis Treatment

Maipl Therapeutics and Endosure, Inc. Partnership
Maipl Therapeutics has formed a strategic alliance with Endosure to conduct a first-in-human trial of a novel non-hormonal therapy for endometriosis. This collaboration aims to expedite patient recruitment and monitor therapeutic responses, showcasing an innovative approach to tackling this debilitating condition which affects millions of women.

6. Cloud Lab Launched by Persist AI

A Leap in Pharmaceutical Development
Persist AI has announced the launch of a cloud lab aimed at revolutionizing pharmaceutical formulation development. Accompanying the launch is $12 million in Series A funding which will enable pharmaceutical companies to dramatically speed up their drug development processes while utilizing fewer materials compared to traditional methods.

7. Health Knowledge Survey Results

Americans More Familiar with Streaming Passwords
According to a new survey by Quest Diagnostics, many Americans know their streaming platform passwords better than their cholesterol scores. This highlights a growing awareness and intention among the population to engage actively in their health, despite barriers that prevent them from receiving adequate healthcare.

8. Advancements in Phage Therapy

Armata Pharmaceuticals' Groundbreaking Study
Armata Pharmaceuticals has released positive data from their Phase 1b/2a diSArm study. These findings are considered a pivotal moment for phage therapy, which has been highly anticipated in the medical community for its potential to treat complicated infections resistant to conventional antibiotics.

9. BioMarin Expands Enzyme Therapy Portfolio

Acquisition of Inozyme Pharma
BioMarin is set to bolster its enzyme therapy offerings with the acquisition of Inozyme Pharma. This strategic move adds the late-stage enzyme replacement therapy, INZ-701, to their portfolio targeting a rare genetic condition, ENPP1 deficiency, thereby addressing a critical therapeutic requirement in the field.

10. FDA Approval for Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine

A New Option for High-Risk Groups
The U.S. FDA has approved the Biologics License Application (BLA) for Novavax's non-mRNA COVID-19 vaccine, paving the way for older Americans and those with underlying conditions to access an additional vaccine option that contributes to public health safety.

11. Michigan Medicine Joins Longitude Health

New Member Addition
Bringing fresh expertise, Michigan Medicine has joined Longitude Health, focusing on innovative health initiatives. This membership marks significant progress in expanding Longitude Health's services to enhance patient care.

12. Healthcare Discomfort Among LGBTQ+ Patients

Study on Healthcare Experiences
A new study has shown that a significant percentage of LGBTQ+ individuals experience discomfort and discrimination in healthcare settings. With 36% admitting to misrepresenting their health information, the study emphasizes the need for improved communication and sensitivity in patient care.

13. REGENXBIO Secures Royalty Agreement

Strategic Financing Initiative
REGENXBIO has introduced a strategic royalty monetization agreement aimed at enhancing its financial standing to support multiple developmental milestones, including potential FDA approvals for its gene therapies focused on critical genetic disorders.

14. Medtronic's Diabetes Business Overhaul

Strategic Separation Announced
In a bid to streamline operations, Medtronic has announced its intent to separate its Diabetes business, which will allow for greater focus and innovation in providing advanced diabetes management solutions.

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