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Life Sciences & Healthcare newsletter, April 2024
This month’s Life Sciences & Healthcare newsletter focuses on the distance selling of medicinal products. In February, the Court of Justice of the European Union made a fundamental decision concerning the legality of distance selling of over-the-counter (OTC) medicinal products. At the same time, in all of the Baltic States the possibilities under the brand […]
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Changes in the legal landscape for medical devices in the Baltics – MDR and IVDR
General overview of the MDR and IVDR and their importance On 26 May 2021, the regulatory framework for medical devices will change significantly. Although Regulation (EU) 2017/745 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 April 2017 on medical devices (MDR) and Regulation (EU) 2017/746 of the European Parliament and of the Council […]
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Update on COVID-19 vaccine, its accessibility and the new pharmaceutical strategy for Europe
In this newsflash, you will find our overview of the COVID-19 vaccine development, accessibility and legal aspects, as well as an update on the new pharmaceutical strategy for Europe and other relevant news. Our Life Sciences & Healthcare team is at your disposal should you need any advice on issues you are facing. COVID-19 […]
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How do the Baltics and Belarus address risks caused by medical treatment?
With the rapid development of pharmaceuticals and new medical procedures, the liability of those involved in patient treatment is becoming a subject of serious discussion. In this newsflash you will find our view of the current situation in our countries, as well as suggestions as to what should be improved and clarified in the interests […]
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Remote health services in Lithuania: quick measures needed
Measures needed to make e-healthcare run smoothly in Lithuania During the COVID-19 crisis, increased demand for remote health care services in Lithuania has been clearly visible. It is in the interest of both patients and healthcare providers that such services can be provided after the quarantine; however, this requires changes to the existing legal framework. […]