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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Disease investigators have not been able to determine how a person in Missouri with no known exposures to animals or poultry became infected with an H5 bird flu virus, the principal deputy director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday. But Nirav Shah said the ongoing investigation has turned up no evidence of onward spread of the virus, suggesting this case may turn out to be a one-off infection that defies explanation.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Eli Lilly’s head of ESG is maintaining a focus on sustainability even as the company’s expansion plans in weight loss drive a larger footprint and more social scrutiny.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

After his son Michael was diagnosed with a devastating, ultra-rare disease in 2019, Terry Pirovolakis dedicated himself to eradicating it.  Pirovolakis, a Canadian IT director, recruited academics and raised $3 million to design a gene therapy. He got Michael treated, an intervention that seems to have helped the 6-year-old stand on his heels for the first time and slow the course of a disease that can be severely cognitively and physically disabling.

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BioPharma Dive

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The offerings by Bicara, Zenas and MBX give a glimpse into what industry insiders describe as a backlog of mature startups waiting for the right opportunity to test public markets.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

After years of dabbling in hearing health, Apple earlier this week went all-in, announcing that AirPods Pro, the tech giant’s top wireless earbuds, will soon double as hearing aids for people with milder forms of hearing loss. Apple’s redoubled effort on hearing also includes software to test a person’s hearing and to customize the output of the hearing aid.

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The Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has today (12 September) announced proposals to become the 'Royal College of Pharmacy', with charitable status. It said the suggestion was the outcome of a 'comprehensive independent review' of its constitution and governance, which has taken place over the past 18 months. As a Royal College, the RPS said it […] The post RPS announces proposals to become Royal College appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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BioPharma Dive

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Spun out of research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Vironexis claims it will be the first company to start a study testing a cancer drug delivered via the adeno-associated viruses commonly used in genetic medicines.

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STAT

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Moderna said Thursday it would cut its annual spending on research and development by 23%, or $1.1 billion, between 2024 and 2027 in a concession to investors who have viewed the company’s outlays following its pandemic-era windfall as profligate. Stephen Hoge, Moderna’s president, in an interview pointed to Moderna’s “massively productive R&D engine,” citing nine medicines in the late stages of development that he says could be filed with regulators over t

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Indian Immunologicals (IIL), a vaccine manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to develop India’s first codon de-optimized live attenuated Zika vaccine. This partnership marks a significant step toward addressing the spread of the Zika virus, a mosquito-borne infection primarily transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes.

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STAT

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

This is the online edition of Adam’s Biotech Scorecard, a subscriber-only newsletter. STAT+ subscribers can sign up  here  to get it delivered to their inbox. I ate three dozen oysters last Saturday while taking a tour of the Island Creek Oyster Farm in Duxbury, Mass. AMA.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Eli Lilly and Company is planning to invest a total of $1.8 billion in two manufacturing sites in Ireland , boosting its medicine production worldwide. Edgardo Hernandez , Executive Vice President and President of Lilly Manufacturing Operations, explained that the company ’s new investments will enhance production of medicines for diabetes, obesity and Alzheimer’s.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

What’s next for Akeso and Summit Therapeutics after their cancer immunotherapy outperformed Merck’s Keytruda in a large Phase 3 clinical trial? Who’s the iconoclastic outsider behind Summit’s success? Why can’t Moderna turn a profit? And should we be giving weight loss drugs to kids? We talk about all that and more on this week’s episode of “The Readout LOUD.

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The Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The Welsh Government has announced an 'above-inflation investment' for community pharmacies in Wales – the details of which will be negotiated with Community Pharmacy Wales (CPW). Cabinet secretary for health and social care Mark Drakeford announced this week that he would uplift the pay of NHS staff on Agenda for Change contracts by 5.5%, and […] The post Welsh community pharmacies to get 'above-inflation investment' appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Lawmakers in Washington turned their focus to the Steward Health Care bankruptcy scandal on Thursday, even as patients, doctors, and regulators across eight states continue to struggle with the hospital chain’s financially starved facilities. Senators hoped to grill Steward chief executive Ralph de la Torre at the hearing in the Capitol but had to make do verbally attacking an empty chair.

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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.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Keir Starmer has promised the biggest 'reimagining' of the NHS in its history but said there will be no more funding without sweeping reforms

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Good morning! I’ve decided today is the day that I must tell you about my favorite Instagram account: poeticpuppets. It’s an account (run by a Teresa with no H, not me!) where puppets present you with some delicious poetry bites. Enjoy! A lifeline or a pharma handout? Either way, this program is set to expire There’s an obscure U.S. government voucher program due to sunset at the end of this month.

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Express Pharma

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Wanbury has announced the launch of its new active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) product portfolio for FY24-25. The company outlined a range of products to be commercialised, which cover therapeutic areas including anti-diabetics, antidepressants, anti-histamines, analgesics, anti-inflammatory drugs, antitussives, and anaesthetics. The new products, which are set to be launched in the upcoming fiscal year, include APIs like, Sertraline HCl, Diphenhydramine HCl, Diphenhydramine Citrate, Metfor

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STAT

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Rise and shine, everyone, another busy day is on the way. However, this is also shaping up as a beautiful day as well, despite forecasts predicting rising heat. The skies are tranquil, birds are chirping, and the official mascots are chasing creatures on the Pharmalot campus. This calls for celebration with a cup of stimulation, and we are opening a new package of pecan pie for the occasion.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The pharmaceutical industry is under pressure to ensure that vital health products are accessible to all, regardless of geographic location or socioeconomic status. A new report from the Access to Medicine Foundation provides an analysis of how some of the largest pharmaceutical companies are working to reach patients worldwide, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), in pursuit of health equity.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Good morning. If you’re following the European Society for Medical Oncology meeting that starts tomorrow, sign up for our ESMO in 30 Seconds newsletter. My colleague Drew Joseph is on the ground in Barcelona (and I’m very jealous of him). Onto the biotech news of the day.

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BioPharma Dive

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The biotech will now suspend development of a drug prospect that Sanofi acquired partial rights to just four months ago.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Explore the ins and outs of Medicare drug pricing negotiations with Alice Valder Curran on this insightful podcast. Learn more about what comes next in this crucial healthcare sector.

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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.

Pharmaceutical Commerce

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Business strategies and top news in the biotech / biopharma industry, including market access, supply chain distribution and more.

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The Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Community pharmacy leaders have called for urgent action to 'stop the rot' of pharmacy closures and to invest in the sector, following Lord Ara Darzi's report into the state of the NHS. The Darzi review - a major investigation into the NHS, commissioned by the government - praised the value of community pharmacies and preventative […] The post Darzi review must ‘spur ministers into action’ on community pharmacy appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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pharmaphorum

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Mpox is on the rise again as the latest outbreak gathers pace. Stay informed and learn more about the vaccine space for this infectious disease.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The data from two Phase III trials demonstrated GLP-1/glucagon agonist’s efficacy in reducing blood glucose and weight.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Join us for Day Two of LSX World Congress featuring presentations from top pharmaceutical companies like AstraZeneca, Takeda, Merck, Roche, Johnson & Johnson, Bayer and more. Get insights into the latest trends and innovations in the life sciences industry.

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World Pharma News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Laughter may be as effective as eye drops in improving symptoms of dry eye disease, finds a clinical trial from China published by The BMJ. The researchers suggest that laughter exercise could be an initial treatment for relieving symptoms of dry eye disease. Dry eye disease (DED) is a chronic condition estimated to affect around 360 million individuals worldwide.

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pharmaphorum

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Explore how digital measurement technology is revolutionising sleep monitoring in clinical research and practice. Learn about the latest advancements and benefits for improving sleep quality.

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Pharma Times

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

New study highlights potential benefits of menopausal hormone therapy

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Drug Patent Watch

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

In the labyrinthine world of pharmaceuticals, where the cost of life-saving medications can often feel like a roll of the dice, the FDA is implementing a strategy that aims to bring some much-needed transparency and affordability to the market. This strategy, known as the ‘Rule of Three,’ is a game-changer in the battle against soaring drug prices.

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