- In March 2024, AstraZeneca's acquisition of Fusion Pharmaceuticals Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in next-generation radioconjugates, marks a significant step forward in cancer treatment. These advanced radioconjugates offer a targeted approach to therapy, potentially improving upon traditional methods such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy by enhancing effectiveness and reducing side effects. This strategic acquisition highlights AstraZeneca's commitment to revolutionizing oncology research and underscores its goal of reshaping cancer care with innovative therapeutic solutions
- In June 2023, Candela Corporation announced an expansion of its FDA-cleared Vbeam Family of Pulsed Dye Lasers (PDL) to include the 595 nm wavelength for treating pediatric patients with cutaneous capillary malformations, such as port wine stains (PWS), as well as infantile and congenital hemangiomas
- In July 2023, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) collaborated with the Vascular Birthmarks Foundation (VBF) and an international, multidisciplinary team to establish consensus guidelines for the use of laser therapy in treating vascular birthmarks
- In December 2021, research led by the Centenary Institute and Harvard Medical School revealed that a compound found in current beta-blocker treatments could be repurposed to enhance both the safety and effectiveness of therapies for infantile hemangiomas
