Long after the national spotlight faded from Southern California’s devastating wildfires in early 2025, these communities and the people within them remain in a state of recovery. As fires burned in January, organizations like Direct Relief rushed in to help, and continue to help today. Amgen and the Amgen Foundation supported this effort through a donation of $10 million which went to wildfires relief efforts led by the California Community Foundation, the United Way of Greater Los Angeles, and Direct Relief. Headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California, Amgen and its employees have called Southern California its home for more than four decades and its connection to the community runs deep. As the road to recovery continues, we remain committed to helping these communities rebuild. 🔗 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g66_NmWq
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Updates
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What if we could help redefine the future of atopic dermatitis? 🔬 At the American Academy of Dermatology’s 2025 conference, Amgen and Kyowa Kirin, Inc.- U.S. spotlighted our shared commitment to advancing the science of atopic dermatitis. Through this partnership, we are deepening our understanding of T-cell imbalance and the OX40 receptor, unlocking new insights for those living with moderate-to-severe #atopicdermatitis. Watch for an inside look into this year’s #AAD2025.
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Over 48 million women in the U.S. are affected by heart disease. Yet, too often, symptoms are overlooked, risks go unrecognized, and women are misdiagnosed. At Amgen, we’re working to change that, and our focus is on action: raising awareness, educating, and ensuring more women understand their heart health. Hear more from Celina Gorre, CEO of WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease, on why understanding your LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and Lp(a) matters: https://amgen.ly/4bPePyR
Hear more from Celina Gorre, CEO of WomenHeart
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At Amgen, we are advancing the science behind respiratory diseases, like severe asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP), by exploring the role of epithelial dysfunction as a key driver of disease progression. By deepening our understanding of these mechanisms, we aim to transform what’s possible for people living with respiratory conditions. 🔗 Learn more: https://amgen.ly/EpicMedL
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DERMATOLOGY NEWS: Amgen and Kyowa Kirin, Inc.- U.S. provide an update on the Phase 3 IGNITE study in moderate to severe #atopicdermatitis. 🔗 Press release: https://amgen.ly/41ABdau
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We continue to gain valuable insights from patient advocates living with obesity, like Michele — helping us understand the realities of living with this complex, chronic disease. This #WorldObesityDay, we recognize the one billion people worldwide living with obesity and related conditions and understand the urgent need for stigma-free, comprehensive care. 🔗 Learn more about our approach at amgen.com/obesity.
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An Amgen career is full of opportunity. Through our competitive benefits, you can accomplish your best work and live your best life, all while impacting patients worldwide. Learn more about the support we offer and how you can thrive with us: https://lnkd.in/dUXJcQiF
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Amgen is at the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology - AAAAI and World Allergy Organization Joint Congress, presenting results from the WAYPOINT study in chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP). The data, which were simultaneously published in NEJM Group, highlight the potential of targeting inflammation at the epithelium. 🔗 Learn more: https://amgen.ly/3Dh49wf #AAAAI25
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💙“I’m a rare disease dad.” When Daniel DeFabio shared his son Lucas’ journey with #MenkesSyndrome, it sparked a powerful wave of connection with other families around the world. At Amgen, our commitment to the #RareDisease community goes beyond developing innovative therapies. Through our #RAREis One program, we’re proud to amplify voices like Daniel’s, bringing together 400 million people worldwide through the power of shared experiences. Whether it’s navigating life with a rare disease, supporting a loved one or driving meaningful change, these stories foster connection, awareness and hope for a brighter future. Today and every day, we honor this community’s resilience and determination. Together, we can make a difference. 🙌 #RareDiseaseDay #RAREis #MenkesDisease
Rare Disease Day
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📢 The African American Heart Study is breaking new ground in cardiovascular research. The initiative is investigating Lp(a), an independent risk factor, and its role in heart disease—focusing on a population that has been historically underrepresented in clinical studies. Led by Dr. Elizabeth Ofili in collaboration with Morehouse School of Medicine and Association of Black Cardiologists, Inc., this approach meets patients where they are, uncovering critical real-world data through existing doctor-patient relationships. 🔗 Learn more about this important research: https://lnkd.in/gdrMM6nb
Empowering Change: Addressing Cardiovascular Risk in Underserved Communities Through Clinical Research