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Opinion: Millions of people are missing from U.S. disability data

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Many disabled people are not included in official U.S. data. This is because there is “ No Box to Check ” to indicate their particular disability on surveys from the U.S. Census Bureau and other federal agencies. The questions used to identify people with disabilities are missing millions. Two question sets are most often used to assess disability in U.S. federal surveys: the American Community Survey Six (ACS-6) or the Washington Group Short Set (WG-SS).

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Want better cancer treatments? Make biopharma more like Silicon Valley

PharmaVoice

Alicia Zhou brings startup bona fides to the nonprofit Cancer Research Institute to promote defragmentation of the cancer research effort.

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STAT+: The U.S. has relied on cheap, effective generic drugs for 40 years. Now that promise is under threat

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STAT is co-publishing this article by Tradeoffs. Lisa Ann Trainor struggled to stay on top of schoolwork, hold a job or even perform basic tasks like laundry for six exhausting years. Then, in 2018, she finally found a drug that kept her ADHD in check.

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AlgoTx completes pivotal phase 2 trial for ground-breaking CIPN treatment

Pharma Times

International trial marks leap forward in chemotherapy-induced neuropathy care

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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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STAT+: Baltimore claims Biogen ‘bribed’ PBMs to favor its pricey MS drug over generics

STAT

In the latest slap at a pharmaceutical company by a local government, the city of Baltimore has filed a lawsuit accusing Biogen of striking an “unlawful” scheme with the largest pharmacy benefit managers to block generic competition of a best-selling multiple sclerosis treatment. The effort allegedly originated as Biogen planned to fend off generic companies that hoped to sell lower-cost alternatives to Tecfidera which, several years ago, had been a franchise product and generated

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STAT+: Sanders says PBMs won’t penalize Novo for cutting Ozempic, Wegovy prices

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WASHINGTON — Senate health committee chair Bernie Sanders said major drug middlemen have agreed not to limit coverage of Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic and Wegovy if the company lowers the prices of the treatments. It’s Sanders’ latest move to pressure Novo to cut the prices of the blockbuster diabetes and obesity therapies. Novo has been blaming pharmacy benefit managers for the high list prices of its drugs, arguing that it needs to be able to pay rebates to the middlemen i

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“PBMs favour high list prices”- Novo Nordisk CEO targets PBMs in US Senate hearing

Pharmaceutical Technology

Coverage for its long-acting insulin, Levamir, dropped from 90% to about 35% when the company dropped its list price by 65%.

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STAT+: Amid push to redefine itself, Sanofi names new chief scientific officer

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Sanofi named a new chief scientific officer this week, part of a series of moves that the drug company has argued will establish it as being more focused on research and development than in the past. In an internal memo obtained by STAT, Sanofi said Monday that it has named Mike Quigley, formerly the CEO of startups Dualitas Therapeutics and Therini Bio and senior vice president of research biology at Gilead, as its chief scientific officer and global head of research.

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Cancer Grand Challenges launches global initiative to take on toughest problems

Pharma Times

International think tanks to shape future of cancer research funding

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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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Why climate change means more blood shortages: Q&A with HHS’ Rachel Levine

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This summer, the American Red Cross declared an emergency blood shortage in the U.S. There’s a seasonal pattern to blood donations, which often dip over the summer and during the winter holidays. But experts also say that climate change disrupts the national blood supply, with extreme heat and worsening storms in certain regions keeping people away from blood banks.

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Ipsen crosses EU finish line with Alagille syndrome drug

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After various twists and turns in the regulator path, Ipsen has secured EU approval for Kayfanda, its treatment for severe itching (pruritus) in patients with the rare liver disease Alagille syndrome (ALGS).Kayfanda (odevixibat) is labeled in the EU to treat cholestatic pruritus – itching caused by impaired bile formation or flow – in children aged six months and over with ALGS, a disease caused by a genetic mutation that leads to liver damage and jaundice.

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STAT+: Amgen scores late-stage trial success for eczema and myasthenia gravis treatments, but faces stiff competition

STAT

Amgen on Tuesday reported that a pair of antibody drugs it is developing as treatments for immune-mediated diseases succeeded in late-stage trials, but the therapies did not clearly beat existing competitors on the market. In the Phase 3 trials, dubbed Horizon and Mint, the California company tested therapies for eczema and myasthenia gravis, respectively.

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Childhood vaccine uptake in England declines further despite disease outbreaks

The Pharmacist

Childhood vaccine uptake in England fell again across all 14 measures tracked by the NHS in the past year, the annual report has shown. No vaccines met the 95% target for coverage, the data for 2023/24 shows and particular concerns were raised about uptake of key vaccines by five years of age. The further declines in uptake […] The post Childhood vaccine uptake in England declines further despite disease outbreaks appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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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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STAT+: Novartis strikes AI drug development deal with Generate:Biomedicines

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Generate:Biomedicines, a Flagship Pioneering company using artificial intelligence to create new medicines, announced today that it has struck a deal with Novartis to develop an undisclosed number of targets in various disease areas. With milestone payments, the company is eligible to receive over $1 billion, in addition to royalties. Novartis is paying Generate $65 million up front, which includes $15 million for an undisclosed amount of equity in the company.

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The Key to Personalized Care: Why Patient Segmentation Matters

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It's the people who make the job. From both sides of the pharmacy counter, your patients and pharmacy staff set the tone and tempo for your pharmacy operations.

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Opinion: What happened when my mother became the first 2024 West Nile patient in Manhattan

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What was that mosquito thinking as the six needles of its proboscis mouth bit into my mother’s skin? Had it taken a long, unplanned journey in a bag as a tourist traveled north from a tropical Caribbean island? Or was it an old-time New York mosquito that had feasted the night before on the sweaty skin of a feverish traveler from the south? My mother would remain incredulous at her bad luck: Why did this mosquito choose her arm to snack upon?

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Novo CEO pressed by Senate to cut prices of obesity, diabetes drugs

BioPharma Dive

CEO Lars Fruergaard Jørgensen told lawmakers the company would consider new talks with insurers about the list prices of Wegovy and Ozempic if they pledge to keep the medicines on their formularies.

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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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STAT+: Metsera’s GLP-1 drug has potential for monthly dosing, new data show

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Good morning, lots of news today so we’ll get straight into it. The need-to-know this morning Bluebird Bio said it will lay off 25% of its workforce as part of a restructuring plan needed to reduce the company’s cash operating expenses by 20%. Bluebird has struggled to generate revenue from three approved gene therapies, including Lyfgenia for sickle cell disease.

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Roche launches 'revolutionary' pathogen detection tech

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Roche launches 12 in one test for respiratory virus, using its 'revolutionary' TAGS tech, that can be used in regular clinical labs

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STAT+: Regeneron’s Eylea biosimilar fight heats up

STAT

Shares of Regeneron fell 5% yesterday after the company’s effort to block Amgen from launching a biosimilar version of its blockbuster eye drug Eylea hit a legal roadblock.  The judge overseeing a patent infringement case denied Regeneron’s request for a temporary injunction that would have barred Amgen from immediately selling its Eylea copy, called Pavblu.

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Pharmacies told to wind down stocks of contraceptive implant

The Pharmacist

Community pharmacies in England have been told to consider winding down their stocks of sub-dermal contraceptive implants, as supply routes are set to change. From 1 January 2025, GP practices will be able to order the sub dermal contraceptive implant (Nexplanon 68mg implant) directly, NHS England revealed last week in its primary care bulletin. This […] The post Pharmacies told to wind down stocks of contraceptive implant appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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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.

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STAT+: Bluebird Bio is laying of 25% of its workers to cut costs

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Gene therapy company Bluebird Bio on Tuesday announced a 25% reduction of its workforce as part of a restructuring meant to save the money as it seeks to market its expensive but potentially life-saving treatments for sickle cell disease and other disorders. The company, which has secured approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for treatments including the sickle-cell gene therapy Lyfgenia, has not yet seen the financial payoff from its scientific breakthroughs — and it says i

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Solution Spotlight: Insights Management Platform supports smart decisions

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Discover how the Within3 Insights Management Platform can support smart decision-making with its innovative features and capabilities. Learn more about this powerful solution spotlight.

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Can AI reduce health care fraud, AI firm in Texas AG’s crosshairs, and more

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You’re reading the web edition of STAT’s Health Tech newsletter, our guide to how technology is transforming the life sciences. Sign up to get it  delivered in your inbox every Tuesday and Thursday. Texas AG reaches settlement in health AI probe In other legal news, the Texas Attorney General has reached a settlement with a Dallas health AI company that the government charged with making false claims about its products’ accuracy and safety before deploying them at Texas

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Telix acquires RLS Radiopharmacies to expand US manufacturing presence

Pharmaceutical Technology

Telix has paid an upfront cost of $230m to acquire 31 licenced radiopharmacies from RLS located across the US.

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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.