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STAT+: RFK Jr. brings FDA under tighter control with HHS workforce cuts

STAT

WASHINGTON — Around 3,500 employees are on the chopping block at the Food and Drug Administration, but they don’t yet know who they are.  The Health and Human Services Department on Thursday announced a sweeping plan to cut 10,000 jobs and consolidate operations across its sub-agencies. FDA drug, medical device, or food reviewers and inspectors will not be among those fired, according to an HHS fact sheet.

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The industry heavyweight behind Novavax’s push to bounce back

PharmaVoice

As it returns from the brink, the vaccine developer has brought in Dr. Ruxandra Draghia-Akli — and her industry and public health chops — to lead R&D.

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STAT+: 23andMe’s bankruptcy is the worst thing that could happen to just about everyone involved

STAT

How did 23andMe go bankrupt? The same way bankruptcy was described by Ernest Hemingway in 1926: “Two ways: Gradually, and then suddenly.” Since its founding in 2006, the company, which aimed to give consumers access to their genetic information, faced what seemed like one killing blow after another: questions of whether its business was ethical, the Food and Drug Administration blocking the sale of its tests, and, last year, a cyberattack in which hackers gained access to the recor

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Brexit a key factor in worst UK medicine shortages in four years, report says

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Nuffield Trust says supply chains have shifted, with drugs for epilepsy and cystic fibrosis among those now scarce Drug shortages in the UK have risen to their worst level for four years, official figures show, with Brexit considered a key reason so many medications are scarce. Drug companies notified the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) about disruptions to supply 1,938 times during last year the highest number since the 1,967 seen in 2021.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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The End of the Blockbuster Era: Unlocking Growth with Direct-to-Patient Commercialization

Drug Channels

Todays guest post comes from Greg Skalicky, President of EVERSANA. Greg discusses some of the challenges manufacturers face with product commercialization, patient access and adherence, and negotiating partnerships with pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). He introduces us to EVERSANA DIRECT Commercialization, a direct-to-patient change/model. To learn more about EVERSANA DIRECT Commercialization and how the direct-to-patient model can help you, meet with EVERSANA at the Asembia Summit in Las Vegas

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How pharma could feel the pain of a recession

PharmaVoice

Pharma has long been considered “recession proof,” but an economic downturn could still hurt the industry in numerous ways.

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DoP hosts industry dialogue on promotion of research and innovation in pharma-medtech sector scheme

Express Pharma

The Department of Pharmaceuticals, Government of India, hosted an Industry Dialogue on the scheme for the Promotion of Research and Innovation in the Pharma-MedTech Sector (PRIP) in Bangalore on 25th March 2025. The event served as a platform for representatives from industry, startups, and research institutes, including representatives from the Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), and innovation hubs like C-CAMP (Centre for Cellular a

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How Has Social Media Advertising Changed in Pharma

Pharma Marketing Network

Introduction Social media advertising has undergone a major transformation in the pharmaceutical industry over the past decade. What once was a cautious, slow-moving experiment has now become a vital component of modern pharma marketing strategies. The increasing integration of platforms like LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, and even TikTok has dramatically shifted how pharma brands engage with healthcare professionals (HCPs), patients, and caregivers.

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AstraZeneca to invest $2.5bn in drugs research and manfacturing in Beijing

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Pharmaceutical company will invest money over five years in strategic partnership with the citys authorities Business live latest updates AstraZeneca will invest $2.5bn in research and manufacturing in Beijing, as the pharmaceutical company tries to move past recent controversies including ditching plans for the expansion of a UK vaccine plant and the detentions of top executives in China.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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Cassidy says RFK Jr. briefed him on HHS job cuts, but reported study on vaccines, autism didn’t come up

STAT

WASHINGTON — Sen. Bill Cassidy, the chairman of the Senate health committee, voted to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the nation’s health secretary last month on the condition that Kennedy, a longtime vaccine critic, keep him apprised of agency actions, especially those related to vaccines.  On Thursday morning, Cassidy said, the two had breakfast to discuss Kennedy’s plans to lay off 10,000 Health and Human Services Department employees.

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Rx-to-OTC rule gets pushed back — again

PharmaVoice

A delay of the prescription-to-OTC rule signals health agencies’ ongoing reluctance to implement new regulations.

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AdjuTec Pharma, Venus Remedies initiate research collaboration to evaluate APC-148 against AMR

Express Pharma

AdjuTec Pharma AS, a privately held company developing antibiotic resistance breakers, announces that it has entered into a research collaboration agreement with Venus Remedies. Venus Remedies will perform a pre-clinical evaluation of AdjuTec Pharmas APC-148 platform technology. AdjuTec Pharma has developed novel inhibitor technologies that selectively destroy antibiotic resistance mechanisms in multidrug-resistant bacteria, thereby restoring the effectiveness of commercially available antibioti

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Is my Pharma Marketing Job Going to Be Eliminated?

Pharma Marketing Network

Automation, AI, budget cuts, and evolving digital strategies have prompted a growing question among pharmaceutical marketing teams: Is my pharma marketing job at risk? As companies adapt to more agile workflows and redefine what modern commercialization looks like, the roles of marketing professionals are being evaluated more critically than ever before.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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FDA Approves Fresenius’s Denosumab Biosimilars

Big Molecule Watch

On March 26, 2025, the FDA approved Fresenius Kabis denosumab biosimilars, CONEXXENCE (denosumab-bnht) and BOMYNTRA (denosumab-bnht), referencing Amgens PROLIA and XGEVA, respectively. These approvals make Fresenius the fourth company to receive FDA approval for a pair of denosumab biosimilars, joining Celltrion , Samsung , and Sandoz. Denosumab is a RANK ligand (RANKL) inhibitor that is used to treat bone loss.

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Opinion: Former HHS Secretary Donna Shalala on the agency’s ‘silly new bureaucracy’

STAT

When I was secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services under President Bill Clinton, an agency head came to me with a dramatic reorganization plan. I advised him that unless it was data- and outcome-driven, he was wasting his time. Just as important, the reorganization would unsettle and confuse his new colleagues. As a result, his legacy would be a new structure rather than improving people’s lives.

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FDA’s ‘mixed signals’ on diversity have entangled clinical trials. Here’s how pharma can push ahead.

PharmaVoice

The agency is still unclear about where it will stand on clinical trial diversity, but companies are looking for answers and leaning toward good science.

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HHS to cut 10,000 staff in major restructuring under RFK Jr.

BioPharma Dive

The FDA will lose about 3,500 employees under the plans, although HHS said drug, medical device and food reviewers will not be affected.

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Position Your Pharmacy for Expansion

Speaker: Chris Antypas and Josh Halladay

Access to limited distribution drugs and payer contracts are key to pharmacy expansion. But how do you prepare your operations to take the next step? Meaningful data: Collect and share clinical data regarding outcomes, utilization, and more Reporting: Limited distribution models require efficient tracking and reporting systems Workflows: Align workflows with specific pharma and payer contractual requirements For in-depth, expert insights on pharmacy expansion, watch this webinar from Inovalon.

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The Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association (HBA) Announces its 2025 Rising Star and Luminary Honorees

Pharma Marketing Network

The Healthcare Businesswomens Association (HBA) has proudly announced its 2025 class of Rising Star and Luminary honorees! Nominated by the HBAs Corporate Partners, these leaders are not only exceptional contributors within their companies but also powerful advocates for health equity and women’s advancement globally, significantly contributing to the HBAs vision of Creating Women Leaders for Life.

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How to Become a Medical Affairs Specialist [Career Path Guide]

The Happy PharmD

Pharmacists who want to break into medical affairs often feel stuck. They know they want a change, but theyre unsure how to make the transitionespecially when they have zero industry experience. But heres the thing: you dont need to start over. You dont need another degree. And you dont need years of industry work under your belt. Vincent had the same doubts.

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Opinion: 23andMe’s bankruptcy doesn’t diminish its impact

STAT

23andMe might have filed for bankruptcy , but the transformation it brought to health care over nearly two decades is irreversible. I’m a physician, scientist, and advocate for public health. I’ve witnessed how empowering people with knowledge about their own biology drives meaningful health decisions and actions, something millions have now experienced firsthand.

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HHS announces sweeping reorganization, including cuts of 10K workers

PharmaVoice

Along with shrinking the HHS’ workforce further, the reorganization announced Thursday will cut the department from 28 divisions to 15, and close five regional offices.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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First Prader-Willi drug to reduce hunger approved by FDA

BioPharma Dive

Clearance of Vykat unlocks what analysts anticipate will be a lucrative market opportunity for Soleno Therapeutics.

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AI in Pharma Marketing: Innovation or Compliance Nightmare?

Pharma Marketing Network

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept in healthcareits here, embedded in nearly every touchpoint of modern pharma marketing. From generative AI tools that draft emails to predictive algorithms that segment target audiences, the speed and scale of innovation are staggering. But as pharma marketers race to adopt these tools, a central question looms: Is AI fueling smarter engagement, or setting the stage for a compliance disaster?

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Pharmacy minister calls NPA action 'premature and unnecessary'

The Pharmacist

Pharmacy minister Stephen Kinnock has called the National Pharmacy Association (NPA)'s proposed collective action 'premature, unnecessary and detrimental to community pharmacy patients'. And he urged the NPA to 'reconsider its position' and wait for the outcome of funding negotiations with Community Pharmacy England (CPE). Mr Kinnock added that the negotiations had been 'constructive' and 'will […] The post Pharmacy minister calls NPA action 'premature and unnecessary' appeared f

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STAT+: 23andMe files for bankruptcy as CEO Anne Wojcicki resigns

STAT

23andMe said late Sunday it will file for bankruptcy and CEO and co-founder Anne Wojcicki will depart, after she repeatedly tried and failed to take the storied but financially troubled DNA-testing startup private.  The company will now try to sell itself through a court-supervised sale. It closed Friday valued at a hair under $50 million, a calamitous fall from 2021, when it went public and soared to a nearly $6 billion market cap.

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Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services

Running a healthcare facility requires precision and care, not just for patients but also for your staff. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust. Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines.