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I asked to see Ursula von der Leyen’s texts to Pfizer’s boss and she went to court to stop me. Why the secrecy? | Alexander Fanta

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Billions in EU Covid funding have gone unaccounted for. By hiding its business behind personal messaging, Brussels is dodging public scrutiny For weeks during the height of the Covid pandemic in early 2021, the European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, personally exchanged calls and texts with Albert Bourla, the CEO of the pharmaceutical company Pfizer.

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Sun Pharma and Philogen complete patient enrollment for Phase III soft tissue sarcoma trial

Express Pharma

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries and Philogen S.p.A. have completed patient enrollment in the Phase III FIBROSARC trial for Soft Tissue Sarcoma (STS). All ongoing trials for Fibromun, an investigational biopharmaceutical product, remain on track with their expected timelines. Dario Neri, CEO of Philogen, stated, We are highly encouraged by the progress of Fibromuns pivotal trials in both soft tissue sarcoma and glioblastoma.

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Episode 999: Is This Study a Breakthrough for Antimicrobial Stewardship?

Pharmacy Joe

In this episode, I’ll discuss whether delayed broad-spectrum antibiotics have an impact on clinical outcomes. Episode 999: Is This Study a Breakthrough for Antimicrobial Stewardship? Subscribe on iTunes , Android , or Stitcher From my experience with antimicrobial stewardship efforts, the biggest reason for overly broad antibiotic coverage is what I call the “what if” factor.

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Alkem Laboratories announces strategic acquisitions of Adroit Biomed and Bombay Ortho Industries

Express Pharma

Alkem Laboratories, an Indian pharmaceutical company, has announced two strategic acquisitions aimed at strengthening its position in the domestic market. The company has signed a binding term sheet to acquire a 100 per cent stake in Adroit Biomed, a company focused on the skincare segment, for approximately INR 140 crore. In addition, Alkems subsidiary, Alkem MedTech, has entered a binding offer to acquire a 100 per cent stake in Bombay Ortho Industries, a manufacturer of orthopaedic implants,

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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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Split Opinions on Training Strategies

PharmaTech

Survey results show that being intellectually stimulated and getting assigned challenging projects are two key drivers of employee satisfaction, yet job training is lacking.

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STAT+: Here’s how big a hit some universities may take if NIH slashes support for indirect research costs

STAT

Top universities and medical centers stand to lose $100 million a year or more if a sweeping change to how the National Institutes of Health reimburses research costs takes effect on Monday. The big losers would include prestigious institutions in conservative states.  NIH, the nation’s top funder of biomedical research, announced on Friday that it would substantially limit payments for indirect costs, administrative and facility expenses connected to research, starting almost immedi

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Pharmacists Play Pivotal Roles in Outpatient CAR T-Cell Therapy

Pharmacy Times

Molly Schiffer, PharmD, BCOP, discusses the logistical and operational challenges of delivering outpatient CAR T-cell therapy, emphasizing the benefits of outpatient treatment, including reduced costs, improved access to therapy, and better quality of life for patients.

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FDA Alerts Patients of Potential to Miss Critical Safety Alerts Due to Phone Settings When Using Smartphone-Compatible Diabetes Devices

LifeProNow

February 05, 2025: “The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is alerting patients of a safety concern regarding diabetes devices, such as continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), insulin pumps and automated insulin dosing systems, that rely on a smartphone to deliver critical safety alerts. Users of these smartphone-compatible diabetes devices can configure alert settings, such as which alerts to receive, how often and how the alerts are delivered (e.g. audible, vibration, text only) through the a

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Episode 999: Is This Study a Breakthrough for Antimicrobial Stewardship?

Pharmacy Joe

In this episode, I’ll discuss whether delayed broad-spectrum antibiotics have an impact on clinical outcomes. Episode 999: Is This Study a Breakthrough for Antimicrobial Stewardship? Subscribe on iTunes , Android , or Stitcher From my experience with antimicrobial stewardship efforts, the biggest reason for overly broad antibiotic coverage is what I call the “what if” factor.

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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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Beta-Blockers After MI and Use In HFpEF

Med Ed 101

This video is part of a three-part series covering new literature that could influence clinical practice. In this video, I discuss whether beta-blocker use post-MI is beneficial for patients with HFpEF. Background about the mechanism of action and typical place in therapy leads into background studies leading to the current research. Finally, the REDUCE-AMI study […] The post Beta-Blockers After MI and Use In HFpEF appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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Surfactants

RX Note

Introduction The term "surfactant" is a contraction of "surface active agent". Surfactants reduce the surface tension between two ingredients (or phrases) in a preparation to make them more miscible (easier to mix together). Their amphiphilic nature - possessing both hydrophilic (water-loving) and hydrophobic (water-fearing, lipid loving) components - allows them to interact with diverse substances.

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STAT+: Trump administration cuts to health research is ‘an attack on Massachusetts’

STAT

Biomedical researchers in Massachusetts braced this weekend for drastic and sudden federal funding cuts which local officials say will upend scientific endeavors at universities and medical centers synonymous with the state’s reputation and economy. The change — announced by Republican President Trump’s administration on Friday and set to take effect Monday — caps reimbursement rates from the National Institutes of Health at 15 percent for expenses that support resear

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Medications Repackaging

RX Note

Introduction A unit-dose medication distribution system uses medications packaged in unit-dose or single-unit packages. A single-unit package contains one dosage form of medication (e.g., one capsule, one 5 ml volume of liquid, etc.). A unit-dose package contains the dose of a medication ordered for a patient (e.g. two 250 mg tablets for a 500 mg dose).

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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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Compounding Documentation

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Introduction Good Compounding Practice, 2018 stipulates that compounding documents should include Master formulas Compounding records Standard operating procedures (SOPs) and related records Records such as the Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for all ingredients All records and reports should be retained for 1 year after the beyond-use date, in accordance with relevant laws.