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STAT+: A ‘tie-breaker’ study of Abbott’s heart clip brings more questions than answers

STAT

A study meant to serve as a tie-breaker between two major trials of a heart clip made by Abbott may end up stimulating more debate among cardiologists. Results of the RESHAPE-HF 2 trial, presented at the European Society of Cardiology meeting and published in the New England Journal of Medicine on Saturday, showed that the clip improved health status and lowered hospitalizations due to heart failure, but did not reduce the number of deaths.

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Weight-loss drugs ‘slow down the ageing process’, scientists suggest

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Semaglutide – contained in Ozempic and Wegovy – has ‘far-reaching benefits’, with people dying at lower rate from all causes Weight-loss drugs are poised to revolutionise healthcare by slowing down the ageing process and by allowing people to live for longer and in better health. That is the dramatic message from leading scientists after studies were presented last week at the European Society of Cardiology Conference in London.

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Diabetes duration has minimal impact on SGLT2 inhibitor efficacy, as per new analysis

Pharmaceutical Technology

A meta-analysis has demonstrated consistent efficacy in heart failure outcomes with SGLT2 inhibitors regardless of disease duration.

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Drug Patent Expirations for the Week of September 1, 2024

Drug Patent Watch

EPIDUO (adapalene; benzoyl peroxide) Galderma labs lp Patent: 7,964,202 Expiration: Sep 1, 2024 See More … Source

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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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ESC 2024: Study highlights potential for Novartis to differentiate in HF space

Pharmaceutical Technology

There is a strong opportunity in the heart failure (HF) space for new agents that could reduce HF-associated hospitalisations and mortality.

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Challenging the Status Quo and Redefining Women’s Health

Pharmacy Times

Women's health extends beyond reproductive health, yet much of the research in women's health focuses on these "below the belt" health issues, despite data showing that women disproportionately suffer from certain health conditions, such as heart failure.

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