This site uses cookies to improve your experience. To help us insure we adhere to various privacy regulations, please select your country/region of residence. If you do not select a country, we will assume you are from the United States. Select your Cookie Settings or view our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Used for the proper function of the website
Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Strictly Necessary: Used for the proper function of the website
Performance/Analytics: Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Carbon dioxide monitors have been around for decades. But in 2020, they became, almost overnight, a hot commodity. All of a sudden, people wanted them to help assess the safety of indoor spaces — to gauge the likelihood of breathing in coronavirus-laced particles that until very recently had been in someone else’s lungs. No sensor can monitor how many infectious aerosols are swirling around us in real time.
Michelle Bean is drowning in batteries she doesn’t need. For two years, the batteries and electrode pads arrived each month at her home in West Boylston, Mass. In theory, they’re supposed to power a basic pain management device she ordered from a company called Zynex Medical in 2020. In reality, they sit in her closet, taking up an annoying amount of space.
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.
Good morning, and welcome to STAT’s live blog of the Food and Drug Administration’s scientific advisory committee meeting to review safety and efficacy data for MDMA-assisted psychotherapy to treat post-traumatic stress disorder. The discussion will start at 8:30 a.m. ET and run until about 5:30 p.m. ( here’s an agenda ). We published an in-depth story on Friday about what to expect today , but here are the basics: MDMA is the first Schedule I psychedelic to be considered by
Memory loss is the most obvious symptom of Alzheimer’s disease. But for the more than 6.5 million Americans who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease — and the people who support them — memory lapses are often the least of their problems. Many people with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia also experience mood and behavior symptoms ranging from anxiety and depression to violent outbursts and psychosis.
A group of independent experts wasn't convinced by clinical trial data from company Lykos Therapeutics, which is seeking FDA approval of MDMA-assisted treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder.
Amid rising concern over prescription drug shortages, a new report finds that the number of shortages has increased over the past decade, most are lasting longer than ever before, and the problem is affecting medicines used to treat a wide range of maladies. Specifically, the average shortage lasted for more than three years in 2023 compared to about two years in 2020, and 27 of the 125 drugs in short supply were not available for more than five years.
ViVE conference highlights the key takeaways on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity concerns, and industry transactions. Stay updated on the latest trends and partnerships shaping these fields.
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
The federal government inappropriately lowered the 2024 Medicare Advantage star ratings of SCAN Health Plan, which led to the health insurance company in California losing hundreds of millions of dollars in bonuses from the government, a judge ruled Monday. The decision will lead to more than $250 million funneling back into SCAN, which covers 270,000 Medicare Advantage enrollees.
The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has announced a 'day of action' on 20 June which could see some pharmacies 'turning off the lights' for two hours. NPA chief executive Paul Rees announced the association's 'One Day to Save Our Pharmacies' initiative this morning and said it hoped to 'show the politicians there's a state of […] The post BREAKING: NPA plans 'day of action' to save community pharmacy appeared first on The Pharmacist.
CHICAGO — Something is off about the way Novartis is talking about pelabresib, its newly acquired and costly treatment for myelofibrosis. I suspect the Swiss pharma giant’s previously stated plan to submit a marketing application to the Food and Drug Administration this year has been blocked. I’m not just speculating wildly. It’s looking increasingly likely that the $3 billion purchase of MorphoSys to acquire pelabresib — a deal pushed hard by top Novartis exec
Discover the latest advancements in life sciences R&D and quality at the Veeva R&D Quality Summit at the Marriott Auditorium Hotel in Madrid. Join industry leaders as they discuss the importance of a single source of truth.
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.
Sending patients heaps of medical supplies to score more money from insurers is common in the device industry. If insurers decline to cover the supplies, patients are stuck paying for materials they didn’t need. STAT examined one of the companies perpetuating this practice, a pain management device company called Zynex Medical, and the frustration among both its patients and former employees.
You’re reading the web edition of ASCO in 30 Seconds, STAT’s guide to the American Society of Clinical Oncology annual meeting. We’ll resume for ASCO 2025. Well, dear readers. Our ASCO reporting, including this newsletter, has come to the end. Read below for takeaway thoughts from Matt, Adam, and Angus.
Get insights into the exclusive interview with Mohit Manrao, AstraZeneca SVP and Head of Oncology. Explore the highlights of the conversation and ASCO 2024 here.
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.
Top of the morning to you, and a fine one it is. There is nothing like being greeted with clear blue skies and cool breezes upon waking up today on the Pharmalot campus. Birds are chirping, squirrels are scavenging, official mascots are barking. And we are similarly engaged in early-in-the-day rituals of our own — firing up the trusty coffee kettle for another cup of stimulation.
Just a few weeks after Dexcom’s Stelo became the first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to be approved by the FDA, Abbott has got the green light for its Lingo device - and analysts think uptake by patients is now poised to take off.
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. Today, FDA advisers are convening to discuss Lykos Therapeutics’ MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for people with PTSD. It’s a critical meeting — MDMA could be the first Schedule I psychedelic to be deemed to have a medical use.
New data from a phase 2b trial of Moderna and MSD’s neoantigen melanoma vaccine may be strong enough to consider filing for accelerated approval before a phase 3 programme.
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.
Sleep disturbances are one of the most common and disruptive symptoms in menopausal women, but not enough is known about the causes, and current sleep aids are often ineffective. To plug that gap, Germany’s Bayer has joined forces with electronics group Samsung to carry out an observational study on sleep disturbances during menopause (SDM), tapping into the South Korean company’s position as one of the world's largest producers of consumer electronics.
More than three times as many serious shortage protocols (SSPs) were issued in 2022-24 than in 2020-22, according to analysis by the National Pharmacy Association (NPA). And in a three-day period last month, the same number of SSPs were issued as those issued during the whole of 2020. The NPA warned that shortages were leading […] The post Medicine shortage warnings triple in last two years appeared first on The Pharmacist.
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.
The government has brought in an emergency ban on private prescribing of puberty blockers to children and young people. Earlier this year, NHS England banned routine prescription of puberty blockers on the NHS for children with gender dysphoria, after a working group found there is not sufficient evidence to support their ‘safety or clinical effectiveness’.
Waters became the first vendor to obtain ACT Ecolabel Certification for 42 of its liquid chromatography columns, providing independent validation of the environmental impact of Waters column manufacturing, use, packaging, and disposal 72 ASMS Conference on mass spectrometry and allied topics – Waters Corporation announced that more than 40 products within its liquid chromatography (LC) chemistry portfolio have obtained Accountability, Consistency, and Transparency (ACT) Ecolabels from My Green
We organize all of the trending information in your field so you don't have to. Join 11,000+ users and stay up to date on the latest articles your peers are reading.
You know about us, now we want to get to know you!
Let's personalize your content
Let's get even more personalized
We recognize your account from another site in our network, please click 'Send Email' below to continue with verifying your account and setting a password.
364 
Let's personalize your content