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Opinion: The world needs the new pandemic treaty

STAT

At the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, 25 heads of government issued an extraordinary call for a new international treaty for preventing, preparing for, and responding to pandemics. For two years, World Health Organization member states have been negotiating an international agreement scheduled for adoption at the World Health Assembly this month. Yet, late Friday in Geneva, negotiations ground to a halt.

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AZ’s Dato-DXd misses survival endpoint in lung cancer trial

pharmaphorum

The overall survival (OS) data has come in from the TROPION-Lung01 study of AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo’s datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd) in lung cancer – and the result likely isn’t what they were hoping for.

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STAT+: Duchenne muscular dystrophy drug from Nippon Shinyaku fails in rare confirmatory trial

STAT

Japanese drugmaker Nippon Shinyaku said on Monday that its Duchenne muscular dystrophy drug, Viltepso, part of a controversial class of treatments for the rare disease, had failed to reach its primary endpoint in a placebo-controlled confirmatory trial. Children who received the drug could stand up faster from the floor at the end of the study, but so could children who received a placebo.

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Improving stem cell transplantation success in high-risk blood cancers

European Pharmaceutical Review

Repurposing cyclophosphamide may enable more patients with high-risk blood cancers to receive transplanted stem cells from unrelated, partially matched donors, new research suggests. These new findings, which are part of an ongoing Phase II study , will be presented at the 2024 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) meeting and the European Hematology Association ( Abstract #6503 ).

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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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STAT+: ASCO preview: a promising solid tumor CAR-T, an AI patient navigator, and improving palliative care

STAT

Thousands of cancer researchers and clinicians are flocking to Chicago for the American Society of Clinical Oncology annual meeting that starts Friday. The ASCO meeting is where clinicians expect to see exciting new science or research that might advance patient care, cancer treatments, and health equity. With over 5,000 research abstracts presented or published at this year’s meeting, though, it can be hard to know where to look.

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Major manufacturing investment to support API production for tirzepatide

European Pharmaceutical Review

A new $5.3 billion investment for Eli Lilly and Company ’s manufacturing site in Lebanon, Indiana, US, increases the firm’s total investment there from $3.7 billion to $9 billion. This expansion will expand manufacturing capacity of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for Zepbound ® (tirzepatide) injection and Mounjaro ® (tirzepatide) injection.

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Nippon Shinyaku’s DMD drug fails confirmatory trial

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The future of Nippon Shinyaku’s Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) therapy Viltepso has been thrown into doubt after it failed a confirmatory clinical trial

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Sanofi, Formation Bio and OpenAI announce first-in-class AI collaboration

World Pharma News

Sanofi, Formation Bio and OpenAI are collaborating to build AI-powered software to accelerate drug development and bring new medicines to patients more efficiently. The three teams will bring together data, software and tuned models to develop custom, purpose-built solutions across the drug development lifecycle. This represents a first collaboration of its kind within the pharma and life sciences industries.

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FDA sets date for Sarclisa in first-line multiple myeloma

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Sanofi should hear from the FDA in September about its filing for Sarclisa as a first-line therapy for multiple myeloma after a priority review

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Non-injectable medication development remains significant unmet need in female infertility: GlobalData

Express Pharma

Great progress has been made in the management of female infertility since the introduction of assisted reproductive technology, predominantly in vitro fertilisation (IVF). However, despite the improvements made in the space, challenges associated with the treatment remain. The development of non-injectable fertility medications represents a significant unmet need, according to key opinion leaders (KOLs) interviewed by GlobalData.

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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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Lilly ups spend on diabetes, obesity drug production to $9bn

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Eli Lilly is determined not to be left behind when it comes to manufacturing capacity for new diabetes and obesity therapies, raising its spending on a new plant in Indiana, US, to $9 billion.

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Andelyn Biosciences selected to manufacture AAV therapies under CIRM

Express Pharma

Andelyn Biosciences, a patient-focused cell and gene therapy Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO), has been selected to manufacture adeno-associated vectors (AAV) therapies using its suspension AAV Curator Platform under the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) Accelerating Medicines Partnership (AMP) Bespoke Gene Therapy Consortium (BGTC).

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Women advised to pair effective contraception with ‘skinny jabs’

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Amid baby boom reports linked to drugs such as Wegovy and Ozempic, experts say it would be ‘wise’ to take extra precautions Claims that “skinny jabs” are fuelling an unexpected baby boom have led experts to warn women to pair their use with effective contraception. Medications such as Wegovy and Ozempic, both of which contain semaglutide, have become hugely popular, not least because they can help people lose more than 10% of their body weight.

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Malay Vyas appointed President & Business Head of STEER America

Express Pharma

STEER World, a company engineering innovation, specialising in materials transformation technologies, announced the appointment of Malay Vyas as President and Business Head of STEER America, to reinforce its US business. Malay brings over 20 years of experience and leadership to this role. Based in Houston, Texas, Vyas aims to play a key role in shaping the strategic direction, fostering innovation & leading long-term growth and sustainability initiatives in the region.

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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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Drug Patent Expirations for the Week of May 26, 2024

Drug Patent Watch

ACULAR LS (ketorolac tromethamine) Abbvie Patent: 9,216,167 Expiration: May 28, 2024 See More … For more information on how DrugPatentWatch can help with your pharmaceutical business intelligence needs, contact admin@DrugPatentWatch.

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Asahi Kasei Medical completes new assembly plant for Planova virus removal filters

Express Pharma

Asahi Kasei Medical has completed the construction of its third assembly plant for Planova virus removal filters in Nobeoka, Miyazaki, Japan, and held its completion ceremony on May 24, 2024. The bioprocess business of Asahi Kasei Medical comprises Planova virus removal filters and equipment used in the manufacturing process of biotherapeutic products such as biopharmaceuticals and plasma derivatives, biosafety testing services, and biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing (CDMO)

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Jennifer Newberger Returns to HPM as a Director After Stints with Apple, Abbott Laboratories, and Cognito Therapeutics

FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

Hyman, Phelps & McNamara, P.C. (HPM) proudly announces the return of Jennifer Newberger as a Director, further boosting its already robust medical device practice. Jennifer’s combination of experiences as in-house counsel for both large and start-up companies as well as outside counsel provides clients invaluable expertise and problem-solving skills.

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HOF Pharma targets global expansion

Express Pharma

With an aim to enhance its global presence and deliver high-quality medicines to a broader market, the Ahmedabad based, HOF Pharmaceuticals has shared its plans for growth. In two years, HOF Pharma has established itself as a manufacturer and exporter of tablets, capsules, and oral liquids. Reportedly, the company’s plant at Sanand, Ahmedabad meets stringent international standards.

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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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Pharma Pulse 5/27/24: Cyberattack at Ascension Hospitals Causing Delays in Patient Care, Optimizing Pharmaceutical Innovation Through AI & more

Pharmaceutical Commerce

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Good Monk raises Rs. 7 crores in pre-series A round

Express Pharma

Multiply Ventures, Sharrp Ventures and Thinkuvate (Singapore based fund) come on board to partner with Superfoods Valley (Parent co. for Good Monk). Superfoods Valley, a Bangalore-based Nutrition start-up, announced a successful fundraiser of Rs.7 crores in Pre-Series A round. This investment is earmarked for scaling its flagship brand, Good Monk, which offers a unique range of nutrition mixes & instant fruit drink mixes.

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New patent expiration for Abbvie drug ACULAR LS

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for ACULAR+LS Acular Ls is a drug marketed by Abbvie and is included in one NDA. It is available from three suppliers.

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Pharma Pulse 5/27/24: New Study on Physician Compensation, Overwork, and Shortage, Evolving Clinical Research & more

PharmExec

OncLive serves as the connection to oncology, including groundbreaking cancer news and interviews with top oncologists in multimedia formats.

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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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Study Uncovers Demographic Disparities in Access to AutoHCT Therapy for Patients with Multiple Myeloma

Pharmacy Times

UC Davis Health researchers uncover substantial treatment disparities and inequal access to autologous hematopoietic cell transplantation therapy among multiple myeloma patients.

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Express Scripts Announces New Independent Pharmacy Focused Strategy

PharmExec

OncLive serves as the connection to oncology, including groundbreaking cancer news and interviews with top oncologists in multimedia formats.

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South Korea’s MFDS approves Eisai-Biogen’s LEQEMBI for Alzheimer’s

Pharmaceutical Technology

South Korea has approved Eisai and Biogen’s LEQEMBI for adults with mild cognitive impairment due to mild Alzheimer's disease (AD).

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Study Finds Guidance Is Needed for Health Technology Assessments of Biosimilars

Pharmacy Times

Australia, Québec, and Sweden have defined processes for reimbursements by health technology assessments, but the United States has a low reliance rate.

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5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software

Are you still using workarounds to manage your daily operations? To achieve peak performance, it's time to explore other options for specialty and infusion pharmacy software. Streamline pharmacy operations and improve clinical performance with automated processing, real-time data exchange, and electronic decision support. Download this helpful infographic to: Drive efficiency and patient adherence from referral receipt to delivery and ongoing care – all with our Pharmacy Cloud.

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Dr. Reddy’s and Novartis sign distribution agreement for anti-diabetes products

Pharmaceutical Technology

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories' Russian subsidiary and Novartis Pharma signed a deal for the distribution of anti-diabetes products.

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Which pharmaceutical companies have the most drug patents in Lithuania?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most patents in Lithuania.

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Dimerix and Taiba enter DMX-200 commercialisation deal in Middle East

Pharmaceutical Technology

Dimerix has entered into an agreement with Taiba to commercialise DMX-200 for treating FSGS kidney disease in the Middle East.

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Start With Why

RX Note

Introduction "Start With Why" , by motivational speaker Simon Sinek, dives deep into leadership and inspiration. It proposes a powerful concept: the Golden Circle. This framework flips the script on traditional communication. Most focus on the what (products or services) and the how (features and benefits). But Sinek argues the most inspiring leaders start with why: their core purpose, cause, or belief.

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Lilly doubles investment in Indiana site to enhance API manufacturing

Pharmaceutical Technology

Eli Lilly has annaounced a $5.3bn investment at its site in Lebanon, Indiana, US, to enhance API manufacturing capacity.

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