STAT

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Work by device manufacturers to improve the performance of pulse oximeters on people with darker skin has progressed little since the Food and Drug Administration asked manufacturers in 2013 to voluntarily test the devices on more diverse skin tones, according to a study published Monday in JAMA. The study and a related editorial suggest clearer guidance, enforcement, and possibly legal action may be necessary to ensure the devices work well on all skin tones.

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PharmaVoice

JANUARY 2, 2025

A handful of innovative startups are scrambling to gain a foothold as technology improves at a rapid clip.

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DECEMBER 27, 2024

A woman sat in our emergency department in agonizing pain, feeling shaky, nauseous, and weak — drug withdrawal was setting in. But she wasn’t a “junkie” or even a recreational drug user. She was in her mid-60s with advanced cancer in her ovaries that had spread to her abdomen, causing unbearable pain. She was my patient — let’s call her Teresa.

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Express Pharma

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Despite advances in biologic therapies for severe asthma, significant unmet needs in asthma management remain, specifically with T-helper cell type 2 (T2)-low asthma, a subtype lacking typical inflammatory biomarkers. T2-low asthma presents unique challenges due to the absence of eosinophils and immunoglobulin E (IgE), which complicates both diagnosis and treatment.

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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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pharmaphorum

JANUARY 2, 2025

Early cancer diagnoses have risen to record levels in England, says NHS, but long waiting times for treatment threaten to undermine the gains.

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Ramblings of a pharmacist

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Any entity that starts to pay for medications eventually starts to develop a formulary - a list of drug products that are acceptable to pay for. Hospitals and health systems maintain formularies of products that they will stock in the hospital pharmacy and administer to inpatients. Health insurance providers do the same, and usually outsource this function to Pharmacy Benefit Managers.

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Express Pharma

DECEMBER 31, 2024

It has been a year since the launch of Zepbound (tirzepatide) for obesity, and Eli Lillys competition with Novo Nordisk continues. Zepbounds superior efficacy and strategic market expansion suggest that the drug will dominate the obesity market, surpassing Novo Nordisks Wegovy (semaglutide), according to GlobalData. Recently, Eli Lilly announced the results from its SURMOUNT-5 trial, comparing Zepbound and Wegovys efficacy on equal grounds.

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pharmaphorum

DECEMBER 27, 2024

WuXi AppTec has agreed to sell a business unit serving the cell and gene therapy (CGT) sector to private equity firm Altaris for an undisclosed sum

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Pharma Times

JANUARY 2, 2025

MHRA urges caution over illegal medicines from beauty salons and social media

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STAT

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Although bipartisan legislation to provide Medicare coverage for obesity treatments has circulated in Congress for more than a decade, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) ventured to  estimate  the budgetary effects of such a policy for older Americans starting in 2026 for the very first time in a report published in October.  The CBO should be commended for conducting this comprehensive analysis.

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Drug Patent Watch

DECEMBER 26, 2024

The biopharmaceutical sector has made significant strides in developing and delivering effective drugs to improve health and combat diseases. However, the high cost of prescription drugs remains a significant barrier to access for many patients. One key solution to this issue lies in the role of generic drugs, which are significantly cheaper than branded products and can help reduce the financial burden on patients and the healthcare system.

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Express Pharma

DECEMBER 30, 2024

The pharmaceutical industry is vital to healthcare, fostering innovation for life-saving medications and therapies. However, the journey from research to market application is complex, creating a gap between discoveries and their practical use in patient care. In this context, universities play a crucial role by equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to translate pharmaceutical research into real-world applications.

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pharmaphorum

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Sangamo is 'surprised and disappointed' by Pfizer's decision to return rights to its gene therapy for haemophilia A after positive phase 3 results

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The Pharmacist

JANUARY 2, 2025

More than 50 pharmacies have closed in the last three years despite being given despite special protection funding from the government under the Pharmacy Access Scheme. This represents 4% of the 1,444 pharmacies eligible to claim funding under the scheme set up to 'capture the pharmacies that are most important for patient access, those […] The post More than 50 Access Scheme pharmacies have closed since 2022, NPA claims appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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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.

STAT

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Axsome Therapeutics is moving ahead with plans to submit its Alzheimer’s disease treatment for Food and Drug Administration approval despite mixed results from two new clinical trial readouts.  Axsome, which is based in New York, announced Monday that its drug AXS-05 met the primary endpoint of one trial testing the therapy for agitation caused by Alzheimer’s, but failed to show statistical significance in another.

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Pharma Times

JANUARY 2, 2025

New chemotherapy-free treatment shows promise for EGFR-mutated NSCLC

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Express Pharma

DECEMBER 31, 2024

India needs to focus on reducing dependency on single sources by qualifying other geographies Ashish Mohan, VP – Procurement and Supply Chain, Bharat Serums and Vaccines There are several challenges in the traceability of the pharma supply chain. They mainly consist of controllable factors such as managing shipment time, lead time, temperature excursions, and maintaining quality checks, and uncontrollable factors such as the Red Sea Crisis increased lead time and planning.

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pharmaphorum

DECEMBER 30, 2024

BMS beats MSD to the US subcutaneous PD-1 inhibitor market after Opdivo Qvantiq is cleared across nearly all the indications of the IV form

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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.

Med Ed 101

JANUARY 1, 2025

I’ve compiled this YouTube video to help candidates best prepare for their 2025 BCPS pharmacy exam. Pass rates continue to be in the 60% range so it is difficult to pass this exam. There are significant changes this year in the 2025 BCPS Exam compared to last spring. The content outline has shifted significantly. Here […] The post 2025 BCPS Pharmacy Exam – What You Need To Know appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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JANUARY 2, 2025

The new year ushered in a final slate of updates to the federal rules for how hospitals have to disclose their prices, and experts are optimistic the changes will make the data more helpful in identifying less expensive providers.   The updates are fairly straightforward. The government is requiring hospitals to include additional pieces of data to improve their consistency and make it easier to compare across hospitals.

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BioPharma Dive

JANUARY 2, 2025

Expected readouts in diabetes, cancer and depression headline a series of study results that could help the biotechnology sector regain its footing after a shaky year.

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Express Pharma

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Lupin announced the acquisition of Huminsulin in India from Eli Lilly and Company to further enhance its diabetes portfolio. Lupin has been marketing the Huminsulin range of products comprising of Insulin Human, including Huminsulin R, Huminsulin NPH, Huminsulin 50/50, and Huminsulin 30/70, through existing distribution and promotion agreements with Lilly, India.

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JANUARY 2, 2025

The first of three phase 3 trials of Neumora's novel antidepressant navacaprant has ended in failure, wreaking havoc with its share price

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The Script

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Is your organization suffering from increased employee turnover? Our team at Rx relief explains how to reduce turnover & retain talent.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

JANUARY 2, 2025

Effective management of atopic dermatitis (AD) has been one of the top priorities for physicians over the years, as quality of life in these patients is compromised due to the disruptive symptoms that they experience, which include itchiness and skin inflammation.

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BioPharma Dive

JANUARY 2, 2025

The well-funded biotech lost most of its value after its drug flunked a late-stage trial. One analyst described the results as a “worst-case scenario for the program.

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Express Pharma

DECEMBER 30, 2024

On December 29, 2024, the Federation of Pharma Entrepreneurs (FOPE) and PharmaState Academy hosted Session 12 of the PULSE (Pharma Upgradation & Learning Series for Excellence) initiative, focusing on Complaints and Product Recall. The session provided clarity on the guidelines and cleared the queries of the pharma professionals. Session highlights: Chief Guest: The event began with a keynote address by Anil Matai, Director General, OPPI India.

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pharmaphorum

JANUARY 2, 2025

Valo Health will no longer develop its ROCK1/2 inhibitor for diabetic retinopathy on its own after a trial readout but will seek to partner the drug

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Pharma Marketing Network

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Table of Contents Sr# Headings 1 Introduction: The Pharma Marketing Challenge 2 Building a Winning Pharma Marketing Strategy 3 The Role of Branded Drug Campaigns 4 Innovating for Future Success Introduction: The Pharma Marketing Challenge Marketing pharmaceuticals is no small feat. In an industry where lives are at stake, creating compelling, compliant, and effective campaigns can feel like walking a tightrope.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

JANUARY 2, 2025

Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk have been competing in the obesity market for the past year, making it an opportune time to review the benefits of the two most prominent obesity medications.

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PharmaTech

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Challenges that can prevent sponsors realizing the full potential of managed access programs can be overcome by embracing a just-in-time manufacturing strategy.

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