STAT
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
The Food and Drug Administration approved on Friday a new medicine from BridgeBio for patients with a progressive heart disease — the first new treatment for the condition in over five years and the company’s first significant commercial product. The drug, known scientifically as acoramidis, will be sold by BridgeBio under the brand name Attruby.
The Pharmacist
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
A pharmacy-led sore throat treatment service in Wales has been found to result in fewer same-day antibiotic prescriptions than those given during GP consultations, according to a new study. The study, published in the Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, found that pharmacy-led sore throat treatment provides a safe, effective, and cost-efficient alternative to GP consultations.
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STAT
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Get your daily dose of health and medicine every weekday with STAT’s free newsletter Morning Rounds. Sign up here. This week, a Nature paper shared a new method that can convert Teflon — and toxic “forever chemicals,” or PFAS — to harmless charcoal (and fluoride).
Drug Patent Watch
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
The pharmaceutical industry has increasingly turned to contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs) to optimize their facilities and outsource non-core production. Effective CDMO vendor management is crucial for the success of these partnerships. Here, we outline best practices for selecting, qualifying, and managing CDMOs.
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.
The Pharmacist
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Pharmacy manager Betty Pritchard is calling time on her career after clocking up an incredible 59 years of service at Watkin-Davies Pharmacy in Bettws, Newport. Retiring at the age of 91, Ms Pritchard’s career has spanned over seven decades, having spent 13 years at another pharmacy before joining Watkin-Davies. The vast majority of her 59 […] The post ‘Pharmacy icon’ retires after nearly 60 years of service appeared first on The Pharmacist.
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BioPharma Dive
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
The approval of Attruby for transthyretin amyloidosis with cardiomyopathy begins a battle for control of a lucrative market that investors have been skeptical BridgeBio can win.
pharmaphorum
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
The patient affected by a serious adverse event in Neurogene's clinical trial of Rett syndrome gene therapy has now died
Pharmaceutical Business Review
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
The funding is set to enhance the company’s C1 protein production platform to enable rapid, cost-effective production of mAbs. This initiative focuses on diseases like RSV and malaria, which disproportionately impact low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), with the goal of delivering affordable therapeutic solutions. The high cost of mAbs has traditionally kept them out of reach for many vulnerable populations, but innovations in manufacturing can help make them affordable and accessible in LM
pharmaphorum
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
AstraZeneca is facing some pushback as it tries to upgrade anticoagulant antidote drug Andexaa to full approval in the US.
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
BioPharma Dive
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
The restructuring follows the company's receipt of a letter from the FDA citing "deficiencies" in its approval application for diabetes drug Zynquista.
pharmaphorum
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Community pharmacies play a crucial role in bridging health inequalities and empowering communities. Learn how the NHS and community pharmacies work together to improve health outcomes for all.
EMCrit Project
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Experts' guide to the use of the Bougie for Emergency Airway Management EMCrit Project by Scott Weingart, MD FCCM.
pharmaphorum
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Jazz Pharma has claimed FDA approval for its HER2-directed bispecific antibody Ziihera as a treatment for biliary tract cancer
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Pharmaceutical Technology
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Health Canada has issued a Notice of Compliance (NOC) for Johnson & Johnson’s (J&J) CARVYKTI for multiple myeloma treatment.
World Pharma News
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
The preclinical study, published in Cardiovascular Diabetology, found LXA4, which is known for its "calming agent" action in turning off the body’s inflammatory response and preventing chronic inflammation, could also serve as a potential new treatment for diabetes-induced heart disease. Heart conditions like atherosclerosis, heart attacks and heart failure are the leading killers of people with diabetes, driving a growing global health crisis.
Pharmaceutical Technology
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Novo Nordisk and Ypsomed’s 2023 deal is rumoured to include an autoinjector supply for potential Wegovy successor CagriSema.
The Script
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
It's not uncommon that pharmaceutical professionals will need to navigate language barriers while on the job. Rx relief weighs in.
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.
Pharmaceutical Technology
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
The biotech uses its AI platform to discover the therapeutic potential of plant-based molecules, advancing ten candidates with the funds.
The Pharmacist
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Community pharmacists were treated as an ‘afterthought’ by a system that saw the sector as a lower priority during the pandemic, according to former health and social care secretary Matt Hancock. Speaking before the UK Covid-19 Inquiry, Mr Hancock, who was in office during the pandemic, said it was his view that there is a […] The post Community pharmacy was ‘lower priority’, Hancock tells Covid inquiry appeared first on The Pharmacist.
Pharmaceutical Technology
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Zai Lab and Pfizer have entered a strategic collaboration for the commercialisation of XACDURO in mainland China.
BioPharma Dive
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Despite plans to shutter 1,200 stores, the company’s chief clinical trials officer said the pharmacy giant remains committed to aiding drug research.
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Pharmaceutical Technology
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Novartis has announced the acquisition of Kate Therapeutics to enhance its portfolio of gene therapies for inherited neuromuscular diseases.
BioPharma Dive
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Evotec appears to have rebuffed Halozyme’s $2.1 billion acquisition attempt. Elsewhere, Argenx has another blockbuster target in sight and an FDA veteran plans retirement.
Pharmacy Times
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
When you’re unsure about answering a patient question, err on the side of caution and refer them to a pharmacist.
Pharmaceutical Technology
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Johnson & Johnson Innovation Medicine has submitted a request to the FDA to approve Tremfya as a treatment for ulcerative colitis.
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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