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StackHealth / Merck acquires Cidara’s preventive flu drug for $9.2B

Mikael Dolsten removes himself from board candidacy at Novo; Bavarian Nordic chairman resigns

Alex Hoffman / endpoints - → In what appears to be another blow to Novo Nordisk, ex-Pfizer CSO Mikael Dolsten has withdrawn his nomination to join the company's board of directors due to ...

AI Summary: Merck has made a blockbuster move by finalizing a $9.2 billion deal to acquire Cidara Therapeutics’ late‐stage anti‐influenza candidate. This acquisition underscores Merck’s commitment to expanding its antiviral portfolio and marks a key strategic investment in advancing flu prevention amid evolving global health threats.

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