About Amgen
A biotechnology pioneer with a mission to serve patients, Amgen applies insights into human biology to discover, develop, manufacture and deliver innovative medicines. Since 1980, Amgen’s scientific and medical discoveries have brought new treatments for cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and other serious illnesses.
Amgen’s approach to research begins with an understanding of disease processes at the cellular, molecular and genetic level. Our scientists seek to fit the best tools to the task by designing molecules that specifically target biological disease processes. With research programs in oncology, hematology, inflammation, metabolic disease, bone conditions, nephrology, and neuroscience, and dozens of potential new medicines in clinical trials worldwide, we are working to advance science for the benefit of patients everywhere.
Scientific innovation at Amgen extends beyond the lab and clinic, into the production plant. Manufacturing biologically based medicines is a complex and highly specialized activity, and Amgen is among a small group of companies recognized as world leaders in this field,. We adhere to the highest standards of quality and consistency to ensure a reliable supply of medicines for the patients who need them.
Because working to improve people’s lives is ingrained in our mission and culture, Amgen and the Amgen Foundation sustain philanthropic giving that advances science education, improves quality of care and access for patients, and supports community resources. Another key element to fulfilling our mission is offering a range of patient assistance programs to qualifying uninsured and under-insured patients.
About Breakaway from Cancer
Founded in 2005, Breakaway from Cancer™ is a complementary component to the Amgen race sponsorship. Breakaway from Cancer is designed to increase awareness of the important resources available to cancer patients from prevention to education, and patient care to advocacy and financial support. Amgen’s Breakaway from Cancer nonprofit partners play leading roles in every aspect of cancer care to help people affected by the disease.
Don’t go through it alone. Learn more about the wide array of free services and programs to help people affected by the disease by visiting www.breakawayfromcancer.com.
