Science and Discovery

Fda Approval

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Scientists in a modern lab examining glowing DNA strands, symbolizing the advancements in gene therapy for treating genetic disorders.
Explainers

What Are Advances in Gene Therapy for Genetic Disorders?

By May 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had approved 44 cell and gene therapies, a dramatic increase signaling a new era for treating previously incurable genetic disorders. Imagine t

Marcus Cole·August 16, 2026
A young child with a hopeful expression, representing the approval of Sanofi's Tzield drug for pediatric type 1 diabetes treatment.
Cosmos & Space

Sanofi diabetes drug Tzield now approved for children

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Sanofi's Tzield injection for children aged 8 and above with newly diagnosed stage 3 type 1 diabetes. This marks the first opportunity to slow the lo

Aram Sarkisian·June 14, 2026