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Sammy Basso, progeria advocate, has died at 28

STAT

We generally don’t think of rare-disease advocacy as funny. But of the many qualities apparent to anyone who met Sammy Basso, a biologist and spokesperson for the progeria patient community, who died suddenly on Saturday at 28, perhaps the most disarming was his ability to find laughter in almost anything. One April Fool’s Day, he posted a video about his doctors putting him on a diet — an absurdity for someone whose genetic disorder prevented him from gaining weight.

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My Departed Friends’ 3 Questions

The Honest Apothecary

The loss of every loved one is significant, no matter how many people knew or admired the person. But sometimes the Lord brings a person into your life whose loss is felt more deeply and broadly, not because they were more important, but because, in some way, they were more alive. They leave a larger […] The post My Departed Friends’ 3 Questions appeared first on The Honest Apothecary.

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Episode 963: What Works Best for Toxin-Related Status Epilepticus?

Pharmacy Joe

In this episode, I’ll discuss what works best for toxin-related status epilepticus. Episode 963: What Works Best for Toxin-Related Status Epilepticus? Subscribe on iTunes , Android , or Stitcher While benzodiazepines are first line treat for status epilepticus, they do not work in as many as one-third of patients. Early termination of convulsive status epilepticus is important because it lowers the chance of cardiac and respiratory issues as well as the risk of admission to the ICU.

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AL Ideathon 2024 catalyses pharmaceutical innovation

Express Pharma

The AL Ideathon 2024, hosted on 28th September at Novotel, Hyderabad, showcased the intersection of pharmaceuticals, technology, and research and development. Organised by AmpleLogic, the event aimed to inspire innovation and address challenges in pharmaceutical operations. This year, the initiative received over 544 submissions globally, each proposing applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Natural Language Processing (NLP), and automation to enhance processes like

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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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Mendaera's $73m raise heads digital financings

pharmaphorum

Recent financings in the digital health sector include a $73 million round for artificial intelligence-enabled robotics player Mendaera, with Qure.ai, VieCure, Rippl, and Univa Health also raising money.Silicon Valley startup Mendaera has earmarked the Series B funding to complete the development of its handheld robotics, medical imaging and AI platform, which is intended for use in commonplace medical procedures like taking biopsies, organ and vascular access, and pain management.

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India must expand digital health solutions to rural areas, says Drugs Controller General

Express Pharma

The Global Digital Health Summit, Expo & Innovation Awards, held on October 4-5, 2024, at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, focused on advancing Digital Health technologies. The event launched the Patient Centricity Index, designed to transform how patient-centricity is assessed, healthcare is marketed, and care quality is evaluated. The summit delved into AI integration in healthcare systems, patient centricity, privacy and security in Digital Health, digital hospital transformatio

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Activist investor Starboard builds $1bn Pfizer stake

pharmaphorum

Activist investor Starboard Value has amassed a $1bn stake in pharma group Pfizer and wants strategic changes to restore growth

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Practice Update: Fezolinetant FDA Warning

Med Ed 101

Fezolinetant (Veozah) is a central nervous system agent that works as an antagonist at the neurokinin 3 (NK3) receptor. This action inhibits neurokinin B (NKB) binding on the kisspeptin/neurokinin B/dynorphin (KNDy) neuron which alters activity in the thermoregulatory center of the brain. The medication was approved by the FDA in May of 2023 to improve […] The post Practice Update: Fezolinetant FDA Warning appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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Drug Patent Expirations for the Week of October 6, 2024

Drug Patent Watch

NUCYNTA ER (tapentadol hydrochloride) Collegium pharm inc Patent: 8,114,383 Expiration: Oct 10, 2024 See More … Source

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Study Finds Significant Associations Between Sunlight Exposure, Physical Activity, and Depressive States

Pharmacy Times

According to the authors, being able to identify mood disturbances through passive digital biomarker data can be promising in next-generation predictive, personalized mental health diagnostics.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.