Fri.Jan 24, 2025

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STAT+: Pfizer to pay $60 million to settle claims that Biohaven paid kickbacks to doctors

STAT

Pfizer agreed to pay nearly $60 million to resolve allegations that its Biohaven Pharmaceuticals unit paid kickbacks to entice physicians to prescribe a migraine treatment. The alleged violations occurred before Pfizer bought the company three years ago, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. The authorities alleged that, from March 2020 through September 2022, Biohaven improperly paid doctors speaking fees and for meals at “high end” restaurants in order to persuade them to

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Gene therapies have been uneven for DMD — but these companies hope to turn the tide

PharmaVoice

Despite mixed results using gene therapies to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy, drug developers are pushing ahead with the belief the answer could come down to delivery.

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STAT+: CMS withdraws appeal of UnitedHealth Medicare Advantage star ratings case

STAT

The federal government is officially backing down from a courtroom fight with the country’s largest Medicare Advantage insurer, just three days after it said it was ready to spar.

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The Pharmacy-Transformation Offering That Restores Control To 340B Hospitals

Proxsys Rx

How health systems can leverage visibility, their PBM and their pharmacies to achieve their financial and clinical goals. The systemic problem: Overview The U.S. prescription drug market is a textbook case of waste and inefficiency one that, in recent years, has disproportionately benefited a handful powerful corporations at the expense of providers, and the patients they serve.

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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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Purdue and Sackler family agree to $7.4bn national opioid settlement

Pharmaceutical Technology

The settlement ends the Sackler familys ownership of the Oxycontin developer Purdue Pharma.

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Stealth faces another hurdle as FDA delays decision on Barth syndrome drug

Pharmaceutical Technology

The FDA rejected the companys initial NDA in 2021, citing the lack of an adequate trial to demonstrate efficacy.

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Purdue and Sacklers agree new $7.4bn opioid settlement

pharmaphorum

Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family who own the company have proposed a new $7.

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Sara Brenner, FDA device official, named agency’s acting head

BioPharma Dive

Brenner, who has worked in the FDA’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health, will lead the agency until a permanent commissioner is confirmed.

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Pharmacy benefits: Lessons from 2024 and what lies ahead for 2025

pharmaphorum

Explore the lessons learned from 2024 in pharmacy benefits, including the impact of polypharmacy, biosimilars, and GLP-1 medications, and what to expect for 2025 in this insightful article.

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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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Scientists design peptides to enhance drug efficacy

World Pharma News

A team of scientists has developed a groundbreaking approach using specially designed peptides to improve drug formulations. This innovative method significantly enhances anti-tumor efficacy, as demonstrated in leukemia models. The study, published in the journal Chem, was led by researchers at the Advanced Science Research Center at the CUNY Graduate Center (CUNY ASRC) and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

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Novo Nordisk leaps on new obesity drug data

pharmaphorum

Shares in Novo Nordisk have risen sharply on new weight-loss data with an injectable formulation of new obesity candidate amycretin.

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Novo shares climb on early data for dual-acting obesity drug

BioPharma Dive

An experimental drug called amycretin showed signs it could be more potent than Eli Lilly’s rival Zepbound, though analysts cautioned certain aspects of the study may have inflated its performance.

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AstraZeneca reveals $570m investment in Canada

pharmaphorum

AstraZeneca has announced another major investment in Canada, tapping into the country's emergence as a "global hub" for clinical trials.

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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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Ascentage Pharma raises $126m in first biotech IPO of 2025

Pharmaceutical Technology

The funds will support the development of Ascentages pipeline, including its lead candidate olverembatinib to treat blood cancer.

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Neko Health raises $260m for its bid to transform healthcare

pharmaphorum

Spotify founder Daniel Ek's new business Neko Health has raised $260m to bring its body scanning clinics to new international markets

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FDA approves drug application for Lupin’s heart failure therapy

Pharmaceutical Technology

The FDA has granted approval for the ANDA of Lupins Sacubitril and Valsartan Tablets for heart failure patients.

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Pharma Pulse 1/24/25: The Ups and Downs of AI for Pharma Investors, Defining Diagnostic Criteria for Clinical Obesity & more

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The latest news for pharma industry insiders.

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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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Emcure Pharmaceuticals opens new R&D centre in Gujarat, India

Pharmaceutical Technology

Emcure Pharmaceuticals has opened its new formulation research and development (R&D) centre at Ahmedabad, in the Indian state of Gujarat.

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How Trade Strategy Impacts Business Success

Pharmaceutical Commerce

In the second part of her video interview with Pharma Commerce Editor Nicholas Saraceno, Amanda Salindong, associate director of channel & distribution at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, describes how she supports her organizations channel strategy.

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AbbVie and Neomorph link on oncology/immunology glue degraders

Pharmaceutical Technology

AbbVie and Neomorph are set to enter a partnership and option-to-license agreement to develop molecular glue degraders.

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2025 digital transformation budgets: Realigning expectations

pharmaphorum

Learn how companies are rethinking their digital transformation budgets for 2025 and realigning expectations to effectively leverage technology for business growth.

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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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Updated Analysis Underscores the Need for Brazil to Address Patent Backlogs

PhRMA

It has been widely acknowledged that long patent examination delays cripple innovation, hinder economies, impede job creation and frustrate the launch of new products. Increased patent review times cost the global economy $10 billion annually, and are particularly harmful for small start-up firms. Every year of delay reduces the start-up’s employment growth by 21% and sales growth by 28% over the five years following the approval of the patent application.

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Retail vs. Hospital Pharmacy: Which Career Path is Right for You?

The Happy PharmD

When deciding between retail and hospital pharmacy, the career path you choose could drastically shape your professional life. Both paths contribute significantly to the pharmacy job market, but each offers distinct experiences and opportunities. Your future could look very different depending on the direction you take. First, lets talk money because, lets face it, it matters.

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Biogen Seeks FDA Approval for a Higher Dosing Regimen of Spinraza for Spinal Muscular Atrophy

PharmExec

Application is supported by results from the DEVOTE study, which suggested that two doses of Spinraza (nusinerse) 50 mg taken 14 days apart can deliver significant clinical benefits in patients with spinal muscular atrophy.

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JP Morgan Week 2025 - Fabrizio Chines

pharmaphorum

Learn more about JP Morgan Week 2025 and gain insight into Fabrizio Chines through an exclusive video interview. Discover valuable information shared during this exciting event.

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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.