STAT

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

For months, as human cases of H5N1 bird flu associated with an outbreak of the virus in U.S. dairy cattle have mounted, one question has loomed larger than others: how many human infections are getting missed? Farmworkers face some of the most intense exposure to the bird flu virus, but resistance from farmers and a lack of health insurance and paid sick leave in the industry have limited the amount of testing of workers and hampered public health officials’ ability to track where the vir

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NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Pioneers like Alnylam Pharmaceuticals have led the RNA interference field for years. Now, a crop of young biotechs is building on that foundation by taking the drugmaking technology in new directions.

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STAT

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Dear Readers, If you’re reading this, you have likely received letters from me before, highlighting STAT’s coverage of health and medicine and appealing to you to consider becoming a subscriber. I’m here to do so again. This time, though, feels different: We are at a unique moment in our country’s history, when an understanding of the issues that STAT covers is more relevant than ever before — to both our personal lives and our professional lives.

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pharmaphorum

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Discover the key takeaways from a webinar focused on boosting recruitment and retention through Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) data. Learn how incorporating SDOH data can enhance your recruitment and retention strategies.

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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

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Tattoos are often seen as powerful expressions of individuality. In the medical world, however, they can serve as unwanted reminders of a difficult past. For cancer patients who require radiation therapy, permanent tattoos have long been necessary to help doctors accurately target and deliver treatment. While seemingly insignificant, these permanent spots can remind many patients of their cancer journey every time they see themselves in the mirror.

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BioPharma Dive

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Elevidys sales have increased since the FDA made a controversial choice to expand the therapy's use. Now, Sarepta is abandoning a successor to its drug Exondys 51, citing an “evolving" treatment landscape.

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pharmaphorum

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Novo Nordisk has abandoned a drug it licensed from KBP Biosciences last year in a deal valued at up to $1.3 billion after it missed the mark in a chronic kidney disease (CKD) trial.The Danish group bought rights to ocedurenone, an oral non-steroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist (nsMRA), from the Singapore biotech in October 2023 as a companion to its GLP-1-based therapies for reducing cardiovascular risk and kidney disease in people with diabetes and obesity.

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STAT

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

In the last year, drugmakers have talked up the prospect of medicines discovered or designed by artificial intelligence.

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PharmaVoice

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Dealmaking this year has been largely muted, but M&A trends are pointing to the areas where pharma is placing the most emphasis.

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The Pharmacist

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Exclusive Two-thirds of community pharmacists have been negatively impacted by GP collective action to some extent, a survey by The Pharmacist has suggested. But just 13% of practice and primary care network (PCN) pharmacists have felt a negative effect. This comes as our sister title Pulse reveals that 70% of GPs in England are engaging […] The post Two-thirds of community pharmacists 'negatively impacted' by GP action appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2024

NICE has recommended broad use of Blueprint Medicines' recently-approved therapy for rare blood disorder advanced systemic mastocytosis

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Drug Patent Watch

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The rising cost of prescription drugs has become a significant public health concern, with millions of Americans struggling to afford their medications. One crucial factor in mitigating this issue is the increased use of generic drugs. Generic drugs have been instrumental in reducing healthcare costs, and their impact cannot be overstated.

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pharmaphorum

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Sarepta has halted development of vesleteplirsen, a follow-up to its Duchenne muscular dystrophy therapy Exondys 51.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The company reported that it does not have sufficient cash reserves to operate for the next 12 months, can only fund operations into Q1 2025.

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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 Pharmacist

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

NICE has emphasised the importance of HRT in new guidance and clarified that cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) should be an ‘add on’ treatment for menopausal symptoms. In its updated guidance, NICE has encouraged healthcare professionals to have ‘informed conversations’ with patients about the risks and benefits of HRT, and included a new ‘discussion aid’ to use […] The post New NICE guidance clarifies HRT as ‘first line treatment’ for menopause symptoms appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The EMA has granted approval for Sanofi/Regeneron’s Dupixent (dupilumab) to treat EoE in children as young as one.

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World Pharma News

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Scientists have uncovered how certain E. coli bacteria in the gut promote colon cancer by binding to intestinal cells and releasing a DNA-damaging toxin. The study, published in Nature, sheds light on a new approach to potentially reduce cancer risk. The study was performed by the teams of Prof. Lars Vereecke (VIB-UGent Center for Inflammation Research) and Prof.

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Express Pharma

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

On 7 November 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a proposal to remove oral phenylephrine from over-the-counter (OTC) drugs marketed as nasal decongestants. The proposal follows an agency review that concluded oral phenylephrine is ineffective in providing temporary relief of nasal congestion. Until a final order is issued, however, companies may continue to sell OTC products containing oral phenylephrine for nasal decongestion.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Lord Vallance stated the government sees investment, innovation, and public-private partnership as crucial to UK healthcare.

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Outsourcing Pharma

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The Taiwanese biotech has launched a phase 1/2 trial to test its small molecule cancer therapy in children and young adults with relapsed or treatment resistant tumors.

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Pharma Times

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

New initiatives to tackle AI-related challenges in life sciences

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Outsourcing Pharma

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Wegovy manufacturer Ascendis Pharma has been tasked with supporting the development of a once-monthly GLP-1 drug.

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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

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Trial to evaluate safety and efficacy of MVA-BN vaccine

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FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

By Véronique Li, Senior Medical Device Regulation Expert & Jeffrey N. Gibbs — In most instances, it is clear if a product will be considered a “device” under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). Sometimes, though, the question of classification defies an easy answer. When a company is unsure if its product is a device, there are a number of resources that can provide the answer, such as the device regulations at 21 CFR parts 800 – 898; any of the databases that cover pr

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Drug Channels

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Today’s guest post comes from Chris Dowd, Senior VP of Market Development at ConnectiveRx. Chris examines three key trends that will affect patient support programs: the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), legal/regulatory battles over copay adjustment programs, and uncertainties following a national election. He then outlines three actions that should guide manufacturers' preparation.

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pharmaphorum

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Nasdaq-listed CDMO Avid Bioservices has agreed a $1.

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The Script

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Do you consider yourself an introvert? Our team at Rx relief explains a few pharmaceutical positions you'd thrive in.

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PharmExec

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Delivering value-based care is expected to become even more prevalent, driven by factors such as patient comfort with digital tools and advancements in contractual arrangements.

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PharmaTech

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Can biopharma manufacturers avoid extra costs, potential problems and wasted production time by designing a fully compliant (cGMP) manufacturing process early on? This article explores where planning ahead, using compendial raw materials of the highest quality and purity, can yield substantial benefits to both productivity and patient safety.

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Pharma Marketing Network

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

In today’s digital world, healthcare email marketing is more than just sending out newsletters. It’s a strategic tool that, when done right, can boost engagement, nurture relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs), and increase brand awareness. But how can pharma companies truly maximize the potential of email marketing? Let’s dive in and explore some proven strategies.

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PharmaTech

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Scaling up monoclonal antibody (mAb) production can be challenging, but it doesn't have to slow you down. Explore how our large-volume handling solutions, GMP-grade chemicals and customized solutions for process development, optimization, and validation help you scale up quickly and meet regulatory standards with confidence.

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