STAT

APRIL 17, 2024

When my son Conall took his life at age 17, it was devastating to me and our entire family. Conall was a caring, empathetic, and bright young man, but he had also struggled for many years with anxiety and depression. Like many kids his age, much of his life revolved around social media. While I understand that suicide is complex, with many different factors contributing to someone’s risk for it, I know that social media intensified and fueled Conall’s insecurities and ultimately ha

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PharmaVoice

APRIL 17, 2024

As the cliffs approach, pharma companies are tackling the sales hit with diverging strategies.

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STAT

APRIL 17, 2024

A new analysis of health inequities in the United States shows that every state has deep racial and ethnic disparities in the performance of their health care systems. The report released Thursday by the Commonwealth Fund analyzed 25 indicators that track health outcomes, health care access, and quality of care provided for five racial and ethnic groups.

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pharmaphorum

APRIL 17, 2024

Learn about the importance of reshoring the UK pharmaceutical supply chain for future resilience. Discover how this strategic move can enhance local production and secure the availability of critical medications.

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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

APRIL 17, 2024

Eli Lilly reported positive results for its obesity drug Zepbound in obstructive sleep apnea, giving the medication a new edge in the highly competitive obesity market. The results also pave the way for Zepbound to potentially become the first approved treatment for obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, a common disorder characterized by breathing interruptions during sleep.

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pharmaphorum

APRIL 17, 2024

Discover how AI is transforming medical communications and reshaping the future of healthcare. Learn about the latest trends, technologies, and advancements in this rapidly evolving field.

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BioPharma Dive

APRIL 17, 2024

The companies plan to launch their copycat version of the blockbuster immune disease drug early next year, per a legal settlement with J&J.

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STAT

APRIL 17, 2024

Federal rules forcing hospitals and insurers to post rates for medical procedures have taken effect, but the data’s so messy that a crop of new startups is rushing in to make a business out of parsing it for whoever is willing to pay. Silicon Valley venture funds Andreessen Horowitz and Yosemite, the cancer-focused fund launched by Steve Jobs’ son Reed Jobs , are backing the small but growing group of companies eager to sift through complex pricing data to help patients and employe

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pharmaphorum

APRIL 17, 2024

Sage Therapeutics has suffered another disappointment after deciding that it will have to drop the Parkinson’s programme for key pipeline drug dalzanemdor after it showed no benefit in a phase 2 trial. The oral positive allosteric modulator (PAM) of the NMDA receptor is being investigated to see if it can counteract mild cognitive impairment in neurodegenerative disorders, and the PRECEDENT trial in Parkinson’s is the first major readout from the drug programme.

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STAT

APRIL 17, 2024

Before the Covid-19 pandemic, viral hepatitis killed more people in the United States than all 60 other reportable infectious diseases combined, including HIV, pneumonia, and tuberculosis. Which doesn’t really make sense, since effective vaccines are available for hepatitis A and B, there are successful therapies for hepatitis B, and there’s a treatment that can cure hepatitis C.

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The Pharmacist

APRIL 17, 2024

The majority of pharmacists applying to receive ‘advanced’ level credentialing from the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) work in primary care, analysis has shown. The credentialing assessment is designed to assure that pharmacists have the entry-level capabilities to deliver advanced level care to patients. Since the ‘advanced’ credentialing assessment was introduced a year ago, 39 pharmacists […] The post Majority of advanced credentialing candidates work in primary care appeared first

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STAT

APRIL 17, 2024

Consumer neurotechnology is booming. You can buy a funky-looking headband for $500 on the internet if you want your own personal EEG to track your brain data. But before you click purchase, you might want to check out the device’s privacy policy. These consumer devices are unlikely to include any protections or restrictions around how companies can employ or sell a user’s neural data, according to a new report from the Neurorights Foundation , a nonprofit that advocates for the eth

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Med Ed 101

APRIL 17, 2024

Trazodone belongs to a class of drugs called serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitors (SARIs). Although trazodone is only FDA-approved for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD), it is most often used off-label to manage insomnia. What’s interesting about trazodone is the drug’s wide dosing range – with lower doses (25-150 mg) effectively managing insomnia […] The post Sleep Or Depression?

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STAT

APRIL 17, 2024

At the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in January, Teladoc CEO Jason Gorevic dismissed the growing chorus of naysayers, expressing confidence in his company’s trajectory and asserting, “I think that we are probably still underappreciated with respect to our market advantage, the financial performance that we’ve demonstrated, as well as the bright outlook we have in terms of our growth potential going forward.

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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.

European Pharmaceutical Review

APRIL 17, 2024

A report by Market Research Future has predicted that the rapid sterility testing market will increase in value from $2.3 billion in 2023 to $4.3 billion by 2032. It is expected hold a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.20 percent between 2023 and 2032. Factors supporting expansion of the rapid sterility testing market Concerns around the safety of biological medicinal products is rising and will contribute to expansion of the sterility testing sector in the subsequent years, according to t

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STAT

APRIL 17, 2024

Want to stay on top of the science and politics driving biotech today?  Sign up  to get our biotech newsletter in your inbox. So the GLP-1s strike again: Eli Lilly’s Zepbound seems to work in obstructive sleep apnea as well. Beyond that, we see up close how Amylyx’s ALS drug — which it is pulling from the market — really didn’t differ much from placebo, and see more market and investment potential for psychedelics.

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pharmaphorum

APRIL 17, 2024

The FTC is seeking a $7 million fine on telehealth company Cerebral for violating patients' data privacy and making cancellation difficult.

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STAT

APRIL 17, 2024

Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the middle of the week. Congratulations on making it this far, and remember there are only a few more days until the weekend arrives. So keep plugging away. After all, what are the alternatives? While you ponder the possibilities, we invite you to join us for a delightful cup of stimulation. Our choice today is maple bourbon.

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pharmaphorum

APRIL 17, 2024

As Reuters Pharma Europe 2024 comes to a close in Barcelona, pharmaphorum remains on site to live blog the last remaining talks and insights.

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European Pharmaceutical Review

APRIL 17, 2024

Roche’s twice-yearly, 10-minute subcutaneous injection of OCREVUS ® (ocrelizumab) has shown significant promise for patients with either with relapsing or primary progressive multiple sclerosis (RMS or PPMS). One-year data from the Phase III OCARINA II trial demonstrated a near-complete suppression of relapse activity (97.2 percent had no relapse) in patients through 48 weeks of the treatment.

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pharmaphorum

APRIL 17, 2024

Drug shortages fuelled by Brexit are now the 'new normal' in the UK and worsened in 2023, says Nuffield Trust report.

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The Pharmacist

APRIL 17, 2024

A new video campaign has been launched to encourage patients to accept appointments with healthcare professionals other than a GP, including practice pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. The Institute of General Practice Management’s (IGPM’s) ‘Right Care, First Time’ campaign aims to reduce ‘the burden’ on GPs and explain the benefit of utilising the experience of the […] The post New campaign highlights role of pharmacy staff in general practice appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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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.

Pharma Times

APRIL 17, 2024

The findings suggest why children tend to experience milder symptoms compared to older adults

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Outsourcing Pharma

APRIL 17, 2024

Pharma companies need to take greater ownership to make sure data quality and governance is accomplished - and it is important to keep in mind the ethics of AI use will remain front and centre for the pharma industry.

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The Pharmacist

APRIL 17, 2024

Available evidence does not support a causal association between glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists and suicidal and self-injurious thoughts and actions, according to the European Medicine Agency (EMA)’s Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC). This conclusion follows a review into GLP-1 receptor agonists starting in July 2023 after receiving case reports from the Icelandic medicines agency […] The post GLP-1 receptor agonists not linked to suicidal thoughts, PRAC

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Outsourcing Pharma

APRIL 17, 2024

Bormioli Pharma creates pharmaceutical packaging for drug stability, safety, and sustainability, partnering with global health leaders and says it stands at the forefront of sustainability.

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pharmaphorum

APRIL 17, 2024

MaaT Pharma's microbiota therapy MaaT013 shows survival benefit in acute GvHD in an early access programme, boding well for an ongoing phase 3 trial.

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Pharma Times

APRIL 17, 2024

Both companies will facilitate career progression while advancing the life sciences industry

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Pharmaceutical Technology

APRIL 17, 2024

LX2006 consists of adeno-associated virus (AAV) vector carrying the frataxin gene, responsible for causing Friedreich’s ataxia.

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The Pharmacist

APRIL 17, 2024

A ban on smoking for future generations has made progress in Parliament with MPs voting it through last night. The House of Commons vote saw 383 MPs vote in favour and 67 MPs vote against the Tobacco and Vapes Bill. The bill will now need to pass a number of other hurdles, including a committee […] The post MPs vote through smoking ban for future generations appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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pharmaphorum

APRIL 17, 2024

GSK reveals data from EAGLE-1 trial of novel antibiotic gepotidacin for gonorrhoea, amid growing resistance to existing antibiotics.

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