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OCTOBER 23, 2024

Science Corporation published preliminary data from a late stage, multi-center clinical trial of a retinal implant that showed promising results Tuesday. Using this prosthetic, scientists partially restored vision to people whose central visual field has holes or blurry spots. Trial participants could read text and recognize playing cards when using the implant, even though they were legally blind.

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OCTOBER 23, 2024

As Sanofi prepares to halt production on its dengue vaccine in 2026, locally acquired infections in the U.S. are raising the alarm.

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STAT

OCTOBER 23, 2024

New research calls into question the high-profile conclusion of the first major study to show that the race of physicians influences health outcomes.  In August of 2020, a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academies of Science made headlines with its finding that Black infants were half as likely to survive to their first birthday when they were cared for by white doctors instead of Black ones.

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ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Ultrasound-guided procedures are difficult enough just identifying the anatomy. Performing a nerve block with the ultrasound in one hand and the needle in the other hand adds extra challenges. The simplest 1-person approach involves attaching a syringe with local anesthetic directly to the end of the procedural needle. A 2-person approach involves attach the syringe to a custom tubing-needle setup such as below.

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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

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Linda Barbour thought she was more interested in the Change Healthcare cyberattack than most. Having worked as a medical director for several large health insurance companies and having suffered through the Change fiasco herself as a rehab doctor with a private practice in Kansas City, she figured that if her data had been exposed in that February breach, she would have been notified by now.

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The Pharmacist

OCTOBER 23, 2024

An estimated 3.4 million hours of community pharmacy access is lost in England each year due to under-pressure premises reducing their opening hours, the Company Chemists' Association (CCA) has claimed. This is based on analysis of the Consolidated Pharmaceutical List that shows a net loss of almost 64,000 pharmacy weekly opening hours between September 2022 […] The post Pharmacy opening times cut by more than three million hours a year, CCA claims appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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pharmaphorum

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Novo Nordisk has asked the FDA to stop compounding pharmacies making cheaper versions of its semaglutide-based therapies for obesity and diabetes, saying the drug is too complex to be made safely by these manufacturers.

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STAT

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Most state Medicaid programs don’t cover the new class of weight loss drugs for obesity, but that could soon change. Half of those that don’t are considering adding coverage, per a new KFF report.  While all state Medicaid programs cover GLP-1 agonists for type 2 diabetes, it’s much less common for them to cover the drugs for obesity.

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The Pharmacist

OCTOBER 23, 2024

A randomised clinical trial of an mRNA vaccine against norovirus will be launched in the UK within the next two weeks, it has been announced. It will evaluate the efficacy, safety, and immunogenicity of an investigational norovirus vaccine, mRNA-1403, which if successful could be the first licensed norovirus vaccine in the world. The trial is […] The post Norovirus vaccine trial to launch in the UK appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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STAT

OCTOBER 23, 2024

LONDON — For the second time in a matter of months, the U.K.’s cost-effectiveness watchdog has said the limited benefits of a newly approved Alzheimer’s drug do not justify its costs, threatening the possibility of the medicine reaching patients. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence said in draft guidance released Wednesday that the drug, Eli Lilly’s donanemab, “cannot currently be considered good value for the taxpayer,” given the

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World Pharma News

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved ABRYSVO ® (Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine), the company's bivalent RSV prefusion F (RSVpreF) vaccine, for the prevention of lower respiratory tract disease (LRTD) caused by RSV in individuals 18 through 59 years of age who are at increased risk for LRTD caused by RSV.

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STAT

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Does anyone here listen to Who Weekly? They sort celebrities into “Whos” (the not-as-famous) and “Thems” (the universally-well-known). So, like: RFK is a Them, while Casey and Calley Means are Whos. The study below on sense of smell and breathing made me think: What’s the Who-to-Them ranking of the five senses? First I thought smell was the Whoiest, but my editor wisely suggested touch as the sense people most often forget.

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The Pharmacist

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Pharmacy teams must be supported to prioritise structured medication reviews (SMRs), particularly for patients at risk of falls, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has stressed. This comes as new draft guidelines from NICE suggest that SMRs should be used to identify any medicines that increase the risks of falls and how they may be adjusted. […] The post Concerns over resourcing as SMRs recommended to prevent falls appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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STAT

OCTOBER 23, 2024

WASHINGTON — When Congress returns on Nov. 12 after the elections, lawmakers will have just over a month to fund the government.  That deadline pressure creates an opportunity to potentially enact health care legislation. Regardless of what happens this year, next year will be huge for health care policy, in part because lawmakers need to address major expiring policies.

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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.

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

OCTOBER 23, 2024

‘Surprising’ finding by Australian-led study is first recorded instance of one antibiotic causing resistance to another in a different class Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The rise of an almost untreatable superbug has been linked to a common antibiotic, an Australian-led study has found.

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STAT

OCTOBER 23, 2024

This story first appeared in The Readout newsletter.  Sign up for The Readout  and receive STAT’s award-winning biotech news delivered straight to your inbox.  Good morning. It’s been a while since I shared some local news: Chicago has yet again proved itself not only to be the best, but also the rattiest city in the U.S.

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pharmaphorum

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Patient insights play a critical role in shaping successful drug development. Learn how understanding the needs and experiences of patients can drive innovation and improve outcomes in the pharmaceutical industry.

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STAT

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Hello, everyone, and how are you today? We are doing just fine, thank you, especially since the middle of the week is upon us. After all, we have made it this far, so we are determined to hang on for another couple of days. And why not? The alternatives — at least those we can identify — are not so appetizing. And what better way to make the time fly than to keep busy.

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PharmaTech

OCTOBER 23, 2024

This article presents an overview of FDA’s recent update to the guidance document, Control of Nitrosamine Impurities in Human Drugs.

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Express Pharma

OCTOBER 23, 2024

BASF’s Personal Care business has launched a new synthetic peptide, Pepsensyal, designed for skin care applications. Inspired by the skin’s natural regenerative process, Pepsensyal has been clinically proven to reduce and delay the first visible signs of ageing. This new ingredient addresses the slow-ageing trend, reflecting a shift in consumer attitudes towards embracing healthy ageing rather than attempting to counteract the natural ageing process.

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OCTOBER 23, 2024

Discover strategies for unlocking impact and driving growth during times of demerger in the pharma and medtech industries. Learn key insights and best practices for navigating this critical transition successfully.

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Express Pharma

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Uhlmann India inaugurated its new office on October 16th at Chakan MIDC Phase II in Pune, Maharashtra. This event marked a significant step in the company’s growth and commitment to Indian operations. The ceremony was attended by industry figures, including Sundeep Bambolkar, Joint Managing Director of Indoco Remedies, and Anil Arora, President of Global Manufacturing Operations at Granules India.

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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 Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2024

A year after the first samRNA vaccine approval, experts say others are likely to face scientific and regulatory hurdles.

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pharmaphorum

OCTOBER 23, 2024

A new FDA approval has given Pfizer a broader label for its respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine Abrysvo than rival shots from GSK and Moderna, but it may not make much of a difference in the battle for market share.The US regulator has cleared Abrysvo for use in adults aged 18 to 59 at risk of RSV-related disease, extending its earlier label which covered the 60 and over age bracket.

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PharmaVoice

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Leaders solving biology's toughest puzzles and driving innovation forward.

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pharmaphorum

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Unlock the true value of GenAI technology with Axtria's innovative solutions. Learn how to leverage GenAI for your business success.

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Drug Patent Watch

OCTOBER 23, 2024

When it comes to patent searches, especially in the pharmaceutical industry, accuracy and comprehensiveness are crucial. While Google Patents is a popular tool due to its accessibility and user-friendly interface, it may not be the best resource for finding drug patents. Let’s explore why.

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pharmaphorum

OCTOBER 23, 2024

US lawmakers fear Pfizer and Lilly's recent forays into direct-to-consumer distribution of medicines via telehealth could violate anti-kickback laws.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Darzalex will now be available to patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma eligible for autologous stem cell transplant.

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Express Pharma

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Asahi Kasei Medical has introduced its latest innovation, the Planova FG1 virus removal filter, to enhance the efficiency and safety of biopharmaceutical manufacturing. The company’s bioprocess business includes Planova virus removal filters and equipment used in the production of biotherapeutic products, such as biopharmaceuticals and plasma derivatives, biosafety testing services, and biopharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing operations.

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pharmaphorum

OCTOBER 23, 2024

On Sunday, the clocks in the UK will be set back by an hour as British Summer Time ends, and some believe the practice of twice-yearly changes could impact our health.Many will celebrate having an extra hour in bed – perhaps forgetting how they lost an hour at the end of March when the clocks went forward – but the British Sleep Society (BSS) is advocating for the changes to be abolished altogether and for the UK to return to Standard or Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

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