Vaneltix Pharma, Inc.

Potential first-line treatment for interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS)Global opportunity with a patient population of at least 6 million in the U.S. alone1 Liège, Belgium – 22 June 2023 – 7AM CET – Non-regulated information - Hyloris Pharmaceuticals SA (Euronext Brussels: HYL), a specialty biopharma company committed to addressing unmet medical needs through reinventing existing medications, today announces that the first patient has been enrolled in a 4-arm Phase 2 trial2 of AlenuraTM, comparing the product candidate to both of its individual components (heparin and lidocaine)3 as well as placebo. AlenuraTM is a patented, innovative, clinical-stage bladder instillation product candidate that combines lidocaine, a well-established anaesthetic, in a new alkalinized form with heparin, a glycoso-amino-glycan (GAG), a component of bladder mucous membranes. AlenuraTM has the potential of becoming a first-line drug treatment for acute pain in patients with interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome. Thanks to the novel dual mode-of-action, AlenuraTM has the unique potential to i) immediately relieve pain, and ii) augment the mucous layer of the bladder. In previous controlled clinical trials4, AlenuraTM was well-tolerated and suggested the drug product candidate was more effective in terms of pain relief, urgency response and improvement of symptoms compared to placebo, heparin alone and lidocaine alone. Stijn Van Rompay, Chief Executive Officer of Hyloris, commented: “Currently there are no drug products specifically approved to treat acute bladder pain in patients with IC/BPS. AlenuraTM holds the promise of a ready-to-use solution to be administered by physicians. We are highly motivated to offer relief to these patients by improving the symptoms disrupting their daily lives.” “This ambitious phase 2 program includes additional clinical trials, potentially reducing time and number of patients needed in Phase 3 trials, in order to help patients waiting for an efficient treatment sooner rather than later.” Alenura TM is being developed in partnership with Vaneltix Pharma, Inc (Vaneltix), the sponsor of the clinical trial. Hyloris has committed to staged investments of in total maximum USD 6.7 Mio for multiple Phase 2 trials (4-arm, multi-dosage, PK), manufacturing and regulatory related activities, and a loan of USD 0.5 Mio. Hyloris will be eligible to receive a tiered percentage of the product margin generated by AlenuraTM. About this Phase 2 Trial Vaneltix is the sponsor of the phase 2 clinical program. The primary endpoint will be to evaluate the change in Sum of bladder Pain Intensity Differences from baseline to 12 hours (SPID-12) after administration of AlenuraTM compared with the SPID-12 after administration of its individual active components (lidocaine and heparin), and to placebo as determined by using the 11-point NRS (numerical rating scale) for bladder pain. The trial will enrol a target of 120 patients across multiple sites in the United States. Each subject will receive a single blinded dose of AlenuraTM, placebo, lidocaine, or heparin by random assignment. About Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS) and AlenuraTM IC/BPS is a condition that results in recurring discomfort or pain in the bladder and surrounding pelvic region. The scientific team of Vaneltix, led by Dr. C. Lowell Parsons, a distinguished Professor Emeritus, Urologist and Surgeon, believes that ICS/BPS stems from an anatomical defect in the protective bladder lining (the GAG mucous layer) which exposes nerve endings to toxic components in urine. Patients often experience episodes of severe intensity pain lasting hours to days (painful flares), which requires treatment. IC/BPS is more prevalent in women, although men can experience symptoms as well, and although underdiagnosed, it is estimated at least 6 million people in the U.S. suffer from the condition. AlenuraTM is a unique, combination product of alkalinised lidocaine and the glycosaminoglycan heparin. Alkalinised lidocaine penetrates the transitional epithelial cell layer and provides immediate pain relief. Whereas heparin sodium is thought to augment the natural mucous layer of the bladder to prevent further irritation of the bladder and prolong the anaesthetic effect. AlenuraTM will be supplied as a prefilled syringe for intra-vesicular administration to the bladder through an installation procedure and is protected by multiple patents and patent applications potentially providing exclusivity up to 2038. About HylorisHyloris is a specialty biopharma company focused on innovating, reinventing, and optimizing existing medications to address important healthcare needs and deliver relevant improvements for patients, healthcare professionals and payors. Hyloris has built a broad, patented portfolio of 16 reformulated and repurposed value-added medicines that have the potential to offer significant advantages over available alternatives. Outside of its core strategic focus, the Company also has 3 high barrier generic products in development. Two products are currently in initial phases of commercialization with partners: Sotalol IV for the treatment of atrial fibrillation, and Maxigesic® IV, a non-opioid post-operative pain treatment. The Company’s development strategy primarily focuses on the FDA’s 505(b)2 regulatory pathway, which is specifically designed for pharmaceuticals for which safety and efficacy of the molecule have already been established. This pathway can reduce the clinical burden required to bring a product to market, and significantly shorten the development timelines and reduce costs and risks. Hyloris is based in Liège, Belgium. For more information, visit www.hyloris.com and follow-us on LinkedIn. For more information, contact Hyloris:Stijn Van Rompay, CEOstijn.vanrompay@hyloris.com+32 (0)4 346 02 07Jean-Luc Vandebroek, CFOjean-luc.vandebroek@hyloris.com+32 (0)478 27 68 42Sven Watthy, Investor Relations & Communications managerSven.watthy@hyloris.com+32 (0)499 71 15 29Disclaimer and forward-looking statementsHyloris means “high yield, lower risk”, which relates to the 505(b)(2) regulatory pathway for product approval on which the Company focuses, but in no way relates or applies to an investment in the Shares. Certain statements in this press release are “forward-looking statements.” These forward-looking statements can be identified using forward-looking terminology, including the words "believes", "estimates," "anticipates", "expects", "intends", "may", "will", "plans", "continue", "ongoing", "potential", "predict", "project", "target", "seek" or "should", and include statements the Company makes concerning the intended results of its strategy. These statements relate to future events or the Company’s future financial performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are beyond the Company’s control, that may cause the actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements of the Company or its industry to be materially different from those expressed or implied by any forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking statements, except as may be required by law. 1 RAND study, J Urol. 2011 August; RICE study, J Urol. 2013 January 2 Study published on clinicaltrials.gov on February 21st, 2023 3 Lidocaine is a local anaesthetic that works by causing temporary numbness/loss of feeling in the skin and mucous membranes; Heparin is a component of the mucous layer of the bladder wall and is an anticoagulant (blood thinner) that prevents the formation of blood clots 4 One study compared Alenura to placebo, a second study compared Alenura to its individual components heparin and lidocaine, and placebo Attachment Alenura Ph2 start Final

SAN DIEGO, April 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NuVasive, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVA), the leader in spine technology innovation, focused on transforming spine surgery with minimally disruptive, procedurally integrated solutions, today announced that leading independent proxy advisory firm Institutional Shareholder Services ("ISS") recommends that NuVasive shareholders vote "FOR" the shareholder proposal to adopt the merger agreement with Globus Medical (NYSE: GMED) at NuVasive's upcoming special meeting of shareholders ("the special meeting") scheduled for April 27, 2023. Only holders of record of NuVasive common stock as of the close of business on March 24, 2023 are entitled to vote at the special meeting. In making its recommendation, ISS stated in its April 14, 2023 report1: "the merger appears to have strategic merit, as the combined company will have increased scale with a complementary product portfolio and geographic footprint and addresses key strategic areas of focus for NUVA, including the lack of a robotics platform and an outsized cost structure" "The merger is expected to generate cost and revenue synergies, with positive net synergies expected within two years, and be accretive to GMED earnings" "GMED has historically been viewed as a stronger performer than NUVA from an operational, TSR, and valuation standpoint, all of which will benefit NUVA shareholders" "In light of the compelling strategic rationale, which includes the opportunity to address the lack of a robotics platform, a key strategic focus area, the projected synergies and potential upside of the combined company, and the uncertainties associated with the standalone alternative, support for the proposed transaction is warranted" Chris Barry, chief executive officer of NuVasive, said, "We are pleased that ISS recognizes the significant value creation opportunities enabled by our combination with Globus Medical. This transaction is transformative, joins two companies with highly complementary capabilities, geographic footprints and customer bases in a highly competitive industry and delivers compelling value to both companies' shareholders. Together with Globus Medical, we will be an innovative global musculoskeletal company and able to achieve more, faster and better than either company could alone." The NuVasive Board of Directors strongly urges NuVasive shareholders to vote "FOR" all the NuVasive proposals set forth in the definitive proxy statement for the NuVasive special meeting, including "FOR" the proposal to adopt the merger agreement with Globus Medical. NuVasive shareholders who have questions or need assistance in voting their shares should contact NuVasive's proxy solicitor, Innisfree M&A Incorporated, by calling toll-free at (877) 687-1873 (U.S. or Canada) or +1 (412) 232-3651 (international). The merger of NuVasive and Globus Medical is expected to close in the middle of 2023, subject to the approval of both companies' shareholders, regulatory approval, and other customer closing conditions. About NuVasive NuVasive, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVA) is the leader in spine technology innovation, with a mission to transform surgery, advance care, and change lives. The Company's less-invasive, procedurally integrated surgical solutions are designed to deliver reproducible and clinically proven outcomes. The Company's comprehensive procedural portfolio includes surgical access instruments, spinal implants, fixation systems, biologics, software for surgical planning, navigation and imaging solutions, magnetically adjustable implant systems for spine and orthopedics, and intraoperative neuromonitoring technology and service offerings. With more than $1 billion in net sales, NuVasive operates in more than 50 countries serving surgeons, hospitals, and patients. 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Comprehensive certification process further validates Alveo as a trusted partner in the highly regulated healthcare industry, advances commercialization and partner opportunities globally ALAMEDA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Alveo Technologies, Inc. (Alveo), a leader in molecular sensing and diagnostics with its proprietary be.well™ technology platform, today announced its quality management system (QMS) has achieved ISO 13485:2016 certification for the design, development and manufacture of in vitro diagnostic kits and analyzers for the detection of infectious disease. The globally recognized ISO 13485 standard, published by the International Standards Organization, sets out requirements for establishing and maintaining quality management systems for the medical device industry. Compliance with the ISO 13485 standard is required for companies to market medical devices in many markets, including the European Union, Canada, Japan, and Australia. In addition, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced plans to harmonize its existing medical device QMS requirements with ISO 13485, proposing new regulations that incorporate ISO 13485 as the foundational requirements. “We are thrilled to achieve ISO 13485 certification,” says Alveo CEO Shaun Holt. “This official recognition from our notified body confirms that Alveo Technologies has developed a state-of-the-art quality management system that consistently delivers highly sensitive and specific molecular sensing and diagnostic results. We are committed to maintaining this standard and driving quality for our customers and partners.” “I would like to emphasize that this is more than a piece of paper – it is proof positive to the world that our intense focus on quality has been independently verified,” Holt says. “Moreover, this assures current and future partners in agriculture, veterinary sciences, and aquaculture that we bring a high level of quality to their projects, their markets, and customers. ” Alveo has developed a rapid, handheld, eco-friendly, multiplexed platform that pairs advanced molecular assays with cloud-enabled data analytics for real-time disease, pathogen and contaminant detection, analysis, and diagnosis. This mobile molecular lab is capable of delivering rapid testing at the point of need, for example, in doctor’s offices for various infectious diseases, in the field for crop testing, or on farms for livestock testing. Alveo is leading the transformation of the point-of-need molecular sensing and health tech markets with an open-platform approach to co-developing rapid molecular testing capabilities with collaborative partners across multiple markets. Initially focused on COVID-19 testing, the company has commercialized its be.well™ COVID-19 Test in the European Union, Middle East, and the Caribbean on the back of this certification. Alveo’s conformity assessment was performed by GMED-LNE, a highly regarded French notified body globally renowned for its expertise in assessing medical device quality management systems for conformance to the standard. GMED (CE 0459) is designated as a Notified Body under Regulation (EU) 2017/746 and is one of only a few authorized to provide certification services to manufacturers according to Regulation (EU) 2017/746 (IVDR). “This certification from GMED, one of the world’s most respected notified bodies, confirms that we have a top-notch quality management system for the design and development of compliant IVD products,” says Kevin Gunning, Vice President of Quality at Alveo. “In executing against our development pipeline, our QMS processes give us a high degree of confidence that the products we manufacture will continually meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements.” About Alveo At Alveo we understand the importance of access to cutting-edge molecular testing and cloud-based data analytics for rapid diagnosis and management of infectious diseases and other pathogens. With an initial focus on acute respiratory infections including COVID-19, Flu A/B and RSV, Alveo’s agile and dynamic molecular sensing and diagnostic platform, be.well™, can be adapted to detect a wide range of diseases, bacteria, and other pathogens that threaten public health, across all modalities. We believe increased access to real-time test results will transform the way individuals, healthcare providers and public health professionals identify and manage pathogens in humans, animals, plants, water, and beyond. With be.well™, we will Know Sooner, Act Faster™. To learn more, visit