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STAT+: Drug may make chemotherapies less effective in cancer patients with obesity — but many doctors are in the dark

STAT

A drug used to combat fungal infections in cancer patients comes with a big caveat — research shows the medicine can last twice as long as in people with obesity. This means chemotherapies may be less effective when interacting with the medicine, but some clinicians, and their patients, are unaware of that possibility. The information, however, is not in the label because the drug — originally manufactured by Merck — was never fully tested in this population.

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On the front lines of the superbug war, new treatments can’t arrive soon enough

PharmaVoice

As antimicrobial resistance rises, researchers are running out of time to fight each new wave of superbugs. And the funding isn’t enough.

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'Regional spikes' in scabies reported

The Pharmacist

Pharmacists have highlighted the cost to patients of treating scabies, as the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) has reported 'regional spikes' in cases. In a statement issued on Friday (25 October), RCGP chair Professor Kamila Hawthorne said GPs were seeing scabies presentations at a rate 'above the five-year average and rising', with 'the north […] The post 'Regional spikes' in scabies reported appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Where Big Pharma’s campaign cash is flowing in this election

PharmaVoice

Big Pharma CEOs are hedging all bets by supporting both sides of the aisle in the 2024 election.

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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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STAT+: Feud between Prime and Tessera, two gene-editing companies, spills out into public

STAT

For several years, a rivalry has been brewing between two high-profile gene-editing companies. On one hand is Prime Medicine, built on prime editing, a technology out of David’s Liu lab at the Broad Institute for making small insertions, deletions, and single-letter changes to DNA. On the other is Tessera Therapeutics, a biotech launched by Flagship Pioneering, the VC behind Moderna, that has been, well, vague about precisely what it’s doing.

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Dr Reddy’s launches BixiBat to treat chronic constipation in India

Express Pharma

Dr Reddy’s Laboratories announced the launch of Elobixibat, a first-in-class drug to treat chronic constipation, in India. Dr Reddy’s will market Elobixibat under the brand name BixiBat in India. The launch follows approval granted to Dr Reddy’s by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) after submission of the company’s successful Phase-3 clinical trial to the Subject Expert Committee of the CDSCO.

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The biotech news you need to read today

STAT

This story first appeared in The Readout newsletter.  Sign up for The Readout  and receive STAT’s award-winning biotech news delivered straight to your inbox.  Hello! Today we take note of the antagonism between gene-editing players Prime Medicine and Tessera Therapeutics, consider the issue of whether the label should be updated on a Merck drug, and more.

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MSD, Moderna start phase 3 adjuvant lung cancer trial

pharmaphorum

MSD and Moderna start a third phase 3 trial of their V940 cancer vaccine, their second in early-stage lung cancer.

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Redlining’s lasting impact on asthma disparities

Pharmaceutical Technology

The enduring effects of redlining on public health, particularly on asthma prevalence, provide a striking example of how discriminatory housing policies from the 20th century continue to shape the well-being of marginalised communities affected by this practice today.

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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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Apple wins in Masimo lawsuit, but its a shallow victory

pharmaphorum

Apple wins in patent infringement lawsuit with wearable maker Masimo, but fails to get the injunction on sales that it sought

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‘People didn’t believe Africa could be a source of innovation’: how the continent holds the key to future drug research

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Prof Kelly Chibale says the world is failing to take advantage of African genetic diversity, and everyone could be losing out Africa has the greatest variety in human genes anywhere on the planet but the world is failing to capitalise on it, according one of the continent’s leading scientists, Prof Kelly Chibale, a man determined to change that. He believes the birthplace of humanity could hold the scientific key to its future.

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Viva in vivo: The next generation of cell therapy is fast approaching

pharmaphorum

Discover the latest advancements in cell therapy with the next generation of innovative treatments that are revolutionising healthcare. Explore the future of medicine today.

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2024 PharmaVoice 100s: Tech and AI Wizards

PharmaVoice

Digital pioneers harnessing the data to improve pharma’s outcomes.

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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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Novartis eyes year-end filing in US for Fabhalta in C3G

pharmaphorum

Novartis says Fabhalta shows sustained efficacy in rare disease C3G over 12 months, as it prepares for an FDA filing later this year

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Don’t let your samples slip: Why every clinical trial needs biospecimen management

BioPharma Dive

Assure the integrity and efficiency of your clinical trials with support from a Biospecimen Manager.

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Astellas pulls geographic atrophy drug filing in the EU

pharmaphorum

Astellas confirmed today it will withdraw its EMA filing for avacincaptad pegol as a treatment for eye disorder geographic atrophy in the EU

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FDA approves Iterum’s ORLYNVAH NDA for uUTI treatment

Pharmaceutical Technology

The US FDA has approved Iterum Therapeutics' NDA for ORLYNVAH to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (uUTIs).

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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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Go slow to go fast: Setting a content transformation journey up for success

pharmaphorum

In a recent pharmaphorum webinar, we sat down with Melanie Walsh, Senior Director, IBD Franchise Customer Experience and Digital Innovation, at Takeda, to learn some tips for successful content transformation.

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Immune cell discovery offers new potential for cancer immunotherapy

World Pharma News

Researchers at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University have identified a novel type of immune cell, called the stem-like CD4 T cell, that plays a pivotal role in anti-tumor immunity. The pre-clinical findings, published in Nature, highlight the potential to activate these cells to fight tumors more effectively, offering new hope for broader treatment success, particularly in patients with cancer that is unresponsive to current immunotherapies.

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Healthcare: Raising the standards of customer experience through real-person communication

pharmaphorum

Discover how the healthcare industry is raising customer experience standards through meaningful real-person communication. Learn why this approach is vital for patient satisfaction and better outcomes.

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AbbVie to acquire a J&J-backed brain drugmaker for $1.4B

BioPharma Dive

Buying Aliada Therapeutics would hand AbbVie a clinical-stage Alzheimer’s medicine and a drugmaking technology that may be useful for a variety of brain diseases.

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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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Rentschler Biopharma to Construct New Buffer Media Facility in Germany

Pharmaceutical Commerce

With the design of the new 360,000 square-foot building, the CDMO’s goal is to continue to modernize its Laupheim site.

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Monte Rosa joins with Novartis in ‘molecular glue’ drug deal

BioPharma Dive

Novartis follows cross-town rival Roche in partnering with Monte Rosa Therapeutics on so-called molecular glue degraders that can target “undruggable” proteins.

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Transforming pharmaceutical R&D: the impact of digital technologies on drug discovery and development

Pharmaceutical Technology

The Pharmaceutical Automation and Digitalisation Congress (AUTOMA+) 2024 is a strategic platform for discussion and collaboration among decision makers, researchers and technologists who understand and follow this tendency.

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Tech Transfer in the New World of New Modalities

PharmaTech

Emerging therapies, patient-centric medicines, and the ever-changing world of bio/pharmaceuticals complicate technology transfer.

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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.