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Trying to time your seasonal vaccines just right? There are no easy answers, but here are some factors to consider

STAT

With fall coming into view, public health officials across the country are turning to the annual task of persuading legions of Americans to get vaccinated against some combination of influenza, Covid-19, and respiratory syncytial virus, three bugs that sicken mass numbers of people over the winter months, often overwhelming hospitals and health care delivery in the process.

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Pharma’s ‘it’ therapy — a new drug class gaining steam

PharmaVoice

More companies are investing in protein degraders, which leverage a unique approach to harnessing the immune system in cancer, neurological diseases and more.

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Moderna reports encouraging results on its mpox vaccine, as outbreaks in Africa spread

STAT

The emergence of a second mpox outbreak in which the virus is spreading from person-to-person, as well as a sharp increase in overall cases of the disease in several African countries, is straining the world’s capacity to make and distribute vaccine to battle the threat. New options are needed, and a study published Wednesday suggests another may be on the horizon.

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A decade of cancer immunotherapy: Keytruda, Opdivo and the drugs that changed oncology

BioPharma Dive

Over the past 10 years, PD1-blocking medicines have transformed cancer care. But the steady expansion of their use has slowed and, despite much trying, pharmaceutical companies have largely failed to top the drugs’ successes.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Inside the bruising battle to purge race from a kidney disease calculator

STAT

There it was on James Cannon’s lab report, two tiny words: African American. The words sat next to a number estimating how badly Cannon’s kidneys were failing. And they were definitely failing. His number read 37, less than half of what is considered normal for adults. Oddly, he thought, a different number labeled “if not African American” read even lower: 31.

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STAT+: Humana cutting Medicare Advantage plans that cover 10% of members

STAT

Roughly 10% of people enrolled in Humana’s private Medicare plans will have to find new coverage for next year as the company trims its offerings in what’s become a turbulent corner of the industry.  Humana, the country’s second largest Medicare Advantage insurer, is aggressively culling its plan offerings after several quarters of spending more than expected on its members’ medical care, and getting hammered on Wall Street for it.

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ArsenalBio raises $325M in one of the year’s largest biotech funding rounds

BioPharma Dive

The funding comes amid a slowdown in venture investment for gene and cell therapy startups, and will support development of multiple solid tumor programs.

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Opinion: The Snoo can’t help the people who need it most

STAT

When you have a baby, sleep becomes the holy grail. You become convinced that getting your baby to go the hell to sleep depends on the right swaddles, the right pacifier, the right settings on the white noise machine, the right order of events. If a routine gets disrupted or a special object misplaced, you fear that the kid will be awake for days, and thus, so will you.

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Primary care staff need more support to manage rise in food allergies, say researchers

The Pharmacist

Primary care staff need urgent support and training to care for people with food allergies, according to researchers who found that numbers have doubled since 2008. An analysis published in The Lancet Public Health said the largest rise had been seen in young children but the reasons behind the trend were not clear. In a study of […] The post Primary care staff need more support to manage rise in food allergies, say researchers appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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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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STAT+: Novartis to spend $200 million in further bid to boost radiopharma manufacturing, market dominance

STAT

Novartis is opening a new manufacturing facility in California and expanding an existing production site in its bid to dominate the booming radiopharmaceuticals field amid burgeoning competition. The pharmaceutical giant will spend more than $200 million to construct the new facility in Carlsbad, Calif., and expand its site in Indianapolis, representatives told STAT exclusively.

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Digital skills: Why private clinics need effective communication lines to bridge the growing digital divide

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Digital skills: Why private clinics need effective communication lines to bridge the growing digital divide Mike.

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Depression: How brain scans helped predict long-term treatment outcomes

STAT

Depression has many faces. Some people can’t sleep, while others struggle to get out of bed. Even though symptoms and severity can vary from person to person, a recent study found that a specific brain circuit might be associated with the mental malady.  Located in the prefrontal cortex, the brain’s cognitive control circuit plays a part in our attention, goal-setting behavior and other executive functioning.

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ARRS recruitment slowing across the board, data suggests

The Pharmacist

The recruitment of pharmacists and other additional roles into general practice is slowing, the latest figures from the National Workforce Reporting Service (NWRS) suggest. Pharmacists remain the most popular Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) role, but recruitment has slowed dramatically since the beginning of this financial year. And the primary care network (PCN) pharmacist workforce […] The post ARRS recruitment slowing across the board, data suggests appeared first on The Ph

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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.

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BioMarin’s big day today

STAT

Want to stay on top of the science and politics driving biotech today?  Sign up  to get our biotech newsletter in your inbox. Good morning. If your local deserted mall were to be shut down, would you rather it be turned into a shiny new arena for your basketball team or a shiny new biomedical innovation hub? That’s apparently the dilemma the business community is facing in Philadelphia.

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STEER World appoints Dhiraj Tiwari as CFO

Express Pharma

STEER World announced the appointment of Dhiraj Tiwari as Chief Financial Officer. As CFO, Tiwari will oversee STEER World’s financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and auditing. In addition to overseeing finance and accounting, Dhiraj will serve on STEER World’s executive team. Tiwari brings 20+ years of extensive executive-level financial expertise across various industries including Pharma, Media, Retail, and FMCG.

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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a Vaxcyte vaccine, Ozempic shortages, and more

STAT

Hello, everyone, and how are you today? We are doing just fine, thank you, especially since the middle of the week is upon us. Having made it this far, we believe congratulations are in order. So we are brewing a few cups of stimulation, which is more exciting than usual since we recently restocked our pantry with a few interesting choices. For now, we are reaching for Mexican cinnamon.

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Roche trumpets new fenebrutinib data in relapsing MS

pharmaphorum

Data from a phase 2 trial of Roche's oral BTK inhibitor fenebrutinib have shown "near-complete suppression" of disease activity and disability progression in relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS).The full results of the FENopta open-label extension study are due to be reported in full at the ECTRIMS congress in Copenhagen later this month, but top-line findings include that 99% of patients treated with fenebrutinib were free of T1 gadolinium-enhancing lesions, markers of active inflammation, at 48 w

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

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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Lupin launches Mirabegron Extended-Release Tablets in the US

Express Pharma

Lupin announced the launch of Mirabegron Extended-Release Tablets, 50 mg, in the United States, after having received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA). Mirabegron Extended-Release Tablets, 50 mg is a generic equivalent of Myrbetriq Extended-Release Tablets, 50 mg of Astellas Pharma Global Development. Mirabegron Extended-Release Tablets, 50 mg had estimated annual sales of $ 1,600 million in the US (IQVIA MAT July 2024).

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Actimed’s ALS candidate wins FDA orphan drug designation

Pharmaceutical Technology

Actimed says S-oxprenolol shares a similar pharmacology to its lead product S-pindolol, which is being studied in cachexia.

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Pharma Pulse 9/4/24: How Do You Change a Chatbot’s Mind? Understanding the Current State of M&A & more

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The latest news for pharma industry insiders.

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NATCO Canada announces $ 8 mn investment in eGenesis

Express Pharma

NATCO Pharma announces that its wholly-owned Canadian subsidiary, NATCO Pharma (Canada), has made an investment of $ 8 million in eGenesis, a biotechnology company that is xenotransplantation focused on developing safe and effective human-compatible organs for transplant. In March 2024, eGenesis announced the world’s first porcine kidney transplant in a living patient.

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Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services

Running a healthcare facility requires precision and care, not just for patients but also for your staff. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust. Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines.

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EC approves Merck’s KEYTRUDA-Padcev combo for urothelial cancer

Pharmaceutical Technology

Merck has gained EC approval for KEYTRUDA plus Padcev for adults with unresectable or metastatic urothelial carcinoma.

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Regeneron joins Koneksa Parkinson's digital biomarker study

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Regeneron signs up for access to a study run by Koneksa exploring the use of digital biomarkers to track patients with Parkinson's.

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Tramadol and Fluoxetine Interaction

Med Ed 101

JS is a 58-year-old female who has taken tramadol (podcast) for years due to chronic back pain. She has been experiencing worsening symptoms of depression and has been tried on duloxetine and sertraline in the past. Both of these medications caused GI upset and she is not interested in retrying these medications. The primary provider […] The post Tramadol and Fluoxetine Interaction appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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Acepodia collaborates with Pfizer to advance antibody-cell conjugation therapies

Pharmaceutical Technology

Pfizer Ignite will support Acepodia in developing its pipeline cancer therapeutic candidates.

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Position Your Pharmacy for Expansion

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.

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Lilly to hunt non-coding DNA for obesity drugs in $1bn deal

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Swiss startup Haya Therapeutics has formed a $1bn partnership with Eli Lilly to look for new therapies for obesity in non-coding DNA

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How to optimize efficiencies at site-centric clinical trials

Pharmaceutical Technology

By integrating the best practices from decentralized trials, CROs can optimize efficiencies and streamline site-based operations, ensuring that site-centric trials remain effective and innovative.

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Optimizing API Manufacturing: Lessons from the Industry

Drug Patent Watch

Optimizing API manufacturing is crucial for ensuring the consistent production of high-quality APIs. The pharmaceutical industry has learned valuable lessons from various strategies and technologies that have significantly improved the efficiency, precision, and sustainability of API manufacturing processes. De-risking involves minimizing the uncertainty and unknowns in an API strategy.

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