University of Oxford begins human trials of Ebola vaccine
Pharma Times
NOVEMBER 11, 2021
ChAdOxl biEBOV is being tested for safety and immunogenicity, and may protect against multiple species of the virus
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A Cure for Type 1 Diabetes? For One Man, It Seems to Have Worked.
NY Times
NOVEMBER 27, 2021
A new treatment using stem cells that produce insulin has surprised experts and given them hope for the 1.5 million Americans living with the disease.
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FDA clears GE Healthcare AI algorithm for patient intubation
pharmaphorum
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
An artificial intelligence algorithm developed by GE Healthcare that helps with the placement of endotracheal tubes (ETTs) has been approved by the FDA. The new tool – part of GE’s Critical Care Suite 2.0 – helps bedside staff and radiologists assess patients before intubation – for example prior to ventilation in patients with critical COVID-19 – and make sure their ETTs are positioned correctly.
Genetic testing offers powerful weapon for detecting breast cancer: Sema4
Outsourcing Pharma
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
A leader from the health tech solutions company explains how progress in genetic testing has helped advance the detection and prevention of breast cancer.
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.
Native Advertising is Exploding Across Healthcare, Have you Jumped In?
Pharma Marketing Network
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
In the last 2 years, and accelerated by Covid, native advertising has exploded across healthcare for DTC and HCP marketing. Native ads have been adopted by all healthcare industries including pharma, device, health systems, retailers, pharmacies, payers, and the gamut of regional service providers. But there are still a handful of advertiser holdouts, and they are missing out on highly engaged audiences.
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University of Glasgow reveals drug design for new Alzheimer’s treatments
Pharma Times
NOVEMBER 25, 2021
A team of scientists and pharmaceutical collaborators have discovered a ‘bench to bedside’ drug design, which will hopefully improve the future treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.
Will the Vaccines Stop Omicron? Scientists Are Racing to Find Out.
NY Times
NOVEMBER 28, 2021
A “Frankenstein mix” of mutations raises concerns, but the variant may remain vulnerable to current vaccines. If not, revisions will be necessary.
Trial of Jazz’ cannabis drug in glioblastoma will start next year
pharmaphorum
NOVEMBER 28, 2021
An investigator-led trial of Jazz Pharma’s cannabis extract-based drug Sativex in glioblastoma – an aggressive form of brain cancer – will get underway in the UK next year. The three-year phase 2 trial will be carried out by researchers at Leeds University led by professor of clinical oncology and neuro-oncology Susan Short, and see if adding Sativex (nabiximols) to standard chemotherapy for recurrent glioblastoma can extend survival.
Gain Therapeutics presents hopeful data for Parkinson’s, Gaucher treatment
Outsourcing Pharma
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
The biotech firm has presented data from a study that could offer hope to patients with Parkinsonâs, Gaucher, Alzheimerâs and other neurodegenerative conditions.
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
Consolidation and Preferred Pharmacy Networks in 2022’s Medicare Part D Plans: Cigna, CVS Health, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, WellCare, and More
Drug Channels
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Open enrollment is under way for the 2022 Medicare Part D plans. Our exclusive analysis of Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) data reveals that preferred cost sharing pharmacy networks will maintain their dominance as an established component of Part D benefit design. For 2022: 98% of stand-alone Medicare Part D prescription drug plans (PDP) will have a preferred network. 66% of Medicare Advantage prescription drug (MA-PD) plans will have a preferred network.
Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Denmark?
Drug Patent Watch
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
This chart shows the drugs with the most patents in Denmark. Patents must be filed in each country (or, in some cases regional patent office) where patent protection is desired.…. The post Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Denmark? appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.
Report: UK disposed of 600,000 AZ vaccine doses after they passed expiry date
Pharma Times
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
The data was obtained by a Freedom of Information request, according to The Independent
F.D.A. Authorizes Coronavirus Booster Shots for All Adults
NY Times
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
If the C.D.C. agrees, adults who received a second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine at least six months ago could be eligible by this weekend.
Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide
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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.
AI tool may help doctors select best drugs for COVID patients
pharmaphorum
NOVEMBER 12, 2021
Researchers in the US have developed an artificial intelligence-based tool that is able to predict COVID-19 symptoms and suggest which FDA-approved drugs might be used to treat patients. The MOATAI-VIR algorithm, developed by scientists at Emory University and Georgia Tech, was put through its paces in a study that showed it was able to predict 24 out of 26 clinical manifestations of COVID-19, including acute respiratory distress, blood clotting issues, cytokine storms, brain fog, and loss of sm
Mix-and-match COVID-19 vaccines: New trial to add to growing body of research
Outsourcing Pharma
NOVEMBER 25, 2021
A new clinical trial of heterologous â or âmix-and-matchâ â combinations of COVID-19 vaccines is set to start in Pakistan: seeking to add to research on the effectiveness of such combinations.
CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, and Supermarkets Keep Position in 2022 Part D Preferred Networks—With a Little Help from 340B
Drug Channels
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
In Consolidation and Preferred Pharmacy Networks in 2022’s Medicare Part D Plans , I highlighted how those networks have hijacked the world of stand-alone Medicare Part D prescription drug plans (PDP) and become a major presence in Medicare Advantage prescription drug (MA-PD) plans. Today, I examine the largest retail chains’ participation in the 21 major 2022 Part D preferred networks that the eight largest plan sponsors will offer.
Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Denmark?
Drug Patent Watch
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
This chart shows the drugs with the most patents in Denmark. Patents must be filed in each country (or, in some cases regional patent office) where patent protection is desired.…. The post Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Denmark? appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.
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.
New COVID-19 vaccines could target replication proteins
Pharma Times
NOVEMBER 12, 2021
Researchers have said that next generation vaccines for COVID-19 should aim to induce a response against ‘replication proteins’
Pfizer Will Allow Its Covid Pill to Be Made and Sold Cheaply in Poor Countries
NY Times
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
The company announced a deal that could help significantly expand access to the Covid-19 treatment, but the agreement excludes a number of countries hit hard by the pandemic.
Boost for Amazon’s telehealth business, as Hilton signs up
pharmaphorum
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
Amazon’s push into the provision of remote healthcare services has been rewarded with a top-tier corporate client – the Hilton hotel chain. The deal – first reported by Reuters – involves the Amazon Care platform, which includes remote, online consultations with clinicians, as well as home visits in some areas. It provides primary and preventive care, ongoing support for chronic conditions, and referrals to secondary and tertiary care.
LMC Manna, IACT Health join in integrated research network
Outsourcing Pharma
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
The alliance is aimed at expanding service to pharmaceutical firms and other partners, and advancing treatment options for patients across North America.
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.
Pathway or Perish: The Two-Pronged Hurdle to Ensuring Access in Oncology
Drug Channels
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
Today’s guest post comes from Carolyn Zele, Senior Manager of Solution Enablement at MMIT. Carolyn describes how oncology pathways were developed to help standardize treatment and ensure quality care. She argues, however, that these pathways often shut manufacturers out of the market. Click here to learn more about MMIT's Pulse Analytics solution , which provides insight into payer- and pathway-driven barriers to access.
New patent for Alkermes Inc drug ARISTADA INITIO KIT
Drug Patent Watch
NOVEMBER 10, 2021
Annual Drug Patent Expirations for ARISTADA+INITIO+KIT Aristada Initio Kit is a drug marketed by Alkermes Inc and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier. There are…. The post New patent for Alkermes Inc drug ARISTADA INITIO KIT appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.
GSK aim for HIV cure by 2030
Pharma Times
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Following its recent approval of an injectable HIV-1 treatment from the National institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has high hopes in developing a cure for the virus in the future.
Pfizer Says Its Antiviral Pill Is Highly Effective in Treating Covid
NY Times
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Pfizer’s is the second pill to show effectiveness against Covid-19, and it is the first purpose-built to attack the virus that causes the disease.
Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services
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