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Second health care worker tied to Missouri bird flu case had respiratory symptoms

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A second health worker who cared for a person hospitalized in Missouri with H5N1 bird flu developed mild respiratory symptoms but was not tested for influenza, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on Friday. The CDC said Missouri health officials didn’t learn that the health worker had symptoms until after the individual had recovered, too late to run a diagnostic test.

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SAEM Clinical Images Series: Below the Chin, Badness Lies Within

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

A 50-year-old male with insulin-dependent Type 2 Diabetes presented to the emergency department with three days of pain and swelling on the right side of his neck. He endorsed progression of his symptoms, reporting that he was now having fevers, myalgias, and intermittent difficulty swallowing solid foods. Additional Images Physical Exam Vitals : BP 153/96; HR 110; T 100.0°F; RR 16; O2 sat 97% General : Appears uncomfortable HEENT : Mild right-sided facial swelling.

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STAT+: FTC sues big 3 PBMs for ‘artificially inflated’ insulin prices caused by ‘perverse’ rebating

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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit against the largest pharmacy benefit managers and their group purchasing organizations for allegedly anticompetitive practices that “artificially inflated” the price of insulin and, consequently, impeded patient access to the life-saving treatment. The administrative complaint accused CVS Caremark, Cigna’s Express Scripts, and UnitedHealth’s OptumRx of creating a “perverse” system of rebates that favored

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Take our 2024 survey and potentially win £100 worth of vouchers

The Pharmacist

The Pharmacist has launched a new and exclusive survey to gather opinions from community pharmacists, general practice pharmacists, and pharmacy contractors and owners in the UK. Our 2024 survey will cover a range of topics including, pharmacy closures, workload, recruitment, training, medicines shortages, independent prescribing and more. Take the survey here Depending on your job role, it […] The post Take our 2024 survey and potentially win £100 worth of vouchers appeared first on The P

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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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FDA approves first at-home flu vaccine in U.S., a nasal spray

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The Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved AstraZeneca’s bid to allow its nasal spray influenza vaccine, FluMist, to be sold for home administration.  Starting next flu season, people who want to order the vaccine to give it to themselves or their children at home will be able to do so.

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STAT+: Novo’s new obesity drug shows modest results, raises concerns of psychiatric side effects

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A next-generation obesity drug candidate from Novo Nordisk produced modest weight loss, along with a higher rate of some psychiatric side effects like anxiety and sleep disturbances — results that pose a challenge to the pharma giant’s efforts to find novel obesity drugs that could extend its success from its blockbuster Wegovy. A Phase 2a trial tested monlunabant, a pill that inhibits CB1 receptors that Novo got through its acquisition of Inversago Pharma last year.

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After epilepsy setback, Ovid charges confidently ahead in CNS

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A promising epilepsy drug Ovid sold to Takeda recently missed the mark in late-stage trials. But Ovid believes it has other novel mechanisms that could deliver a CNS win.

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STAT+: Research misconduct claims are growing. Will new rules help universities investigate them?

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Amid a steady rise in research misconduct allegations over the past decade, the Department of Human Health and Services last week updated its guidance on how universities and other institutions investigate claims. It’s a move that experts say is a step in the right direction — though many warn that more systemic change is needed to address mounting concerns over data manipulation and other issues in the sciences.

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FDA approves nasal spray influenza vaccine for self- or caregiver-administration

World Pharma News

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved FluMist for self- or caregiver-administration. FluMist is approved for the prevention of influenza disease caused by influenza virus subtypes A and B in individuals 2 through 49 years of age. FluMist is sprayed into the nose and has been used safely and effectively for many years. It was initially approved by the FDA in 2003 for use in individuals 5 through 49 years of age, and in 2007, the FDA approved the use of FluMist to include children

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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+: FDA’s new head of device safety held senior role at company troubled by safety warnings

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The Food and Drug Administration has tapped Ross Segan, a former device industry exec and Army veteran, to lead its division charged with ensuring medical device safety.  Segan was chief medical officer at Olympus from 2020 to 2023. Olympus is a leading distributor of endoscopes and the recipient of FDA warning letters claiming the company did not adequately address product defects — including instances where endoscope caps fell into patients’ bodies.

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Astellas brings its first digital health product to US

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Astellas is ready to launch its first digital health product in the US, called Digitiva, which provides at-home monitoring of people with heart failure

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Opinion: How I fought Big Pharma on insulin prices — and won

STAT

In 2013, I sat down at my computer and secured the URL t1international.com. I wanted a place where I could collect and share everything I was learning about the global insulin price crisis. I was only 25 years old, and I had already been living with type 1 diabetes for more than two decades. I had struggled with the ups and downs of high and low blood sugars, been hospitalized multiple times, and faced wildly high costs for my insulin and diabetes supplies in the United States.

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AI boom set to revolutionise healthcare in Europe

Pharmaceutical Technology

The growth of AI in the healthcare sector is already having real-world impacts and promises a step-change in future care.

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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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STAT+: Q&A: How scientists aim to kill cancers by starving them

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Like all living things, cancer cells need to eat, and scientists have long tried to figure out how to starve tumors to death. A lot of that effort has focused on stifling the cells’ ability to digest glucose, a simple sugar thought to be the main food source for cancer. The glucose route has been ineffective, says William Lowry, a biologist at the University of California, Los Angeles.

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Apellis eye drug again turned back in Europe

BioPharma Dive

The decision against Syfovre’s approval follows efforts by Apellis to have reviewers reevaluate clinical evidence multiple times and, according to an analyst, will lead to a restructuring of the company’s operations in Europe.

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STAT+: Amazon cuts ties with fertility benefits company Progyny

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Amazon is terminating its contract with Progyny, a company that sells fertility benefits such as in vitro fertilization and egg freezing to employers, according to a source familiar with the matter. Starting Jan. 1, 2025, Amazon employees will no longer have access to Progyny’s services. Instead, Amazon will use Maven as its fertility benefits vendor, the person said.

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Replacing ultra-processed foods in diet may reduce type 2 diabetes risk

The Pharmacist

People who eat more ultra-processed food (UPF) may have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a study has suggested. Researchers found that for every 10% increase in the proportion of a person's total daily food intake that comes from UPF, there is a 17% increase in the risk of developing a new case […] The post Replacing ultra-processed foods in diet may reduce type 2 diabetes risk appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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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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Intermittent fasting for teens? Obesity study finds benefits but only under careful supervision

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In 2012, British journalist Michael Mosley sparked a global trend with his BBC documentary, “Eat, Fast and Live Longer.” Seeking a simple way to get healthy without growing his to-do list, Mosley discovered fasting. “What I discovered was truly surprising — it involves no pills, no injections and no hidden costs. It’s all a matter of what you eat.

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GC Therapeutics secures $65m to launch into off-the-shelf iPSC therapy space 

Pharmaceutical Technology

The biotech has secured $65m in a Series A funding round led by Cormorant Asset Management and other investors.

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Opinion: I’m a pediatrician. My bosses want me to cut new-patient visit times in half

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As a pediatrician working for NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H), one of the largest public health care systems in the country, I have witnessed firsthand the challenges of providing quality care to patients from all walks of life. Whether they’re American-born or newly arrived children, my colleagues and I are tasked with ensuring they get the medical attention they need.

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J&J nets another key approval for blockbuster hope Rybrevant

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J&J's target of $5bn in sales for Rybrevant has moved a step closer, after an FDA approval for second-line treatment of EGFR+ NSCLC

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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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STAT+: PhRMA scores a small win in legal challenge to Medicare’s drug price negotiation

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WASHINGTON — A federal appeals court ruled that three organizations, including the brand drug lobby PhRMA, can challenge Medicare’s drug price negotiation program in a lower court based in Texas.

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5 patient travel strategies to impact enrolment diversity in clinical research

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Discover five effective patient travel strategies to improve diversity in clinical research enrolment. Learn how to enhance inclusivity and representation in your research studies.

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A big week for rats, genetics of picky eating, and research misconduct rules

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If you’re a health care worker who vibes with this Tiktok , have I got a newsletter for you: STAT’s Health Care, Inc. by Bob Herman (#BobHive rise up), who makes the crushing monetization of our health at least kind of fun? (Important info: If you’re already a subscriber to HCI, get a friend to sign up at this link with the referral code provided in Monday’s newsletter and be entered to win a $100 bookshop.org gift certificate!

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Solutions for Constipation Relief

The Thyroid Pharmacist

I’ve always had a passion for advocating for, and serving, vulnerable and underserved individuals. Before becoming the Thyroid Pharmacist as a result of my own Hashimoto’s journey, I was focused on helping geriatric adults, people with mental health issues, and individuals with special needs. In high school, I assisted at a recreational program for kids with developmental disabilities.

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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.