March, 2022

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Omicron BA.2 variant triggers COVID-19 surge in England

Pharma Times

The sub-variant combines mutations from both Omicron and Delta

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The Digital Health Start-up Journey: Series A to scale-up

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Although resources exist for digital health entrepreneurs looking to raise their first key investment round, industry advice on next steps is harder to find. The growth of a start-up after obtaining Series A funding is a transformational phase when scaling up the company becomes critical. The CEO can experience pressure to deliver on the revenue growth goals, whilst still developing their product, growing the team, and implementing core processes for the company.

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Enveric taps University of Calgary to study psychedelic therapy in cancer-related distress

Outsourcing Pharma

The pharma company and academic institution will explore the viability of a psychedelic treatment to help patients suffering from cancer-related distress.

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DrugPatentWatch Week in Review

Drug Patent Watch

FEATURED ARTICLE Branded Generics Promise Profits for Drugmakers, Peace of Mind for Patients Developing nations offer welcoming and growing markets as Abbott focuses exclusively on reformulating and marketing off-patent medications…. The post DrugPatentWatch Week in Review appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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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How to Prepare for BA.2, the Omicron Subvariant

NY Times

Taking these seven steps now can lower your risk and minimize the disruption to your family’s life.

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UK’s first digital health training programme for all NHS frontline staff

Pharma Times

The platform to build a digital-ready frontline workforce will be available to all NHS and social care staff

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Will people be left behind by the digital health revolution?

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The uptake of digital health tools during the pandemic has been enormous due to improved access they provide to healthcare. In this article, Ben Hargreaves asks whether there are gaps in those utilising these solutions and what action is being taken to address this. Digital health has a tremendous capacity to transform the healthcare industry, with the ability to provide easy access to a multitude of services and new types of therapies.

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Pharma leaders should step up on artificial intelligence: ConcertAI

Outsourcing Pharma

An executive from the AI specialist discusses how recent advances have provided opportunities for industry professionals to champion new ways of thinking.

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2 Strategies to Grow Your Excipient Business by Tracking Drug Patents

Drug Patent Watch

Drugs contain ingredients with therapeutic activity, so-called “active ingredients” as well as inactive ingredients. These inactive ingredients, called excipients, are included in oral products for various reasons, such as to…. The post 2 Strategies to Grow Your Excipient Business by Tracking Drug Patents appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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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Ivermectin Does Not Reduce Risk of Covid Hospitalization, Large Study Finds

NY Times

“At some point it will become a waste of resources to continue studying an unpromising approach,” one expert said.

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NOW AVAILABLE: The 2022 Economic Report on U.S. Pharmacies and Pharmacy Benefit Managers

Drug Channels

I am pleased to announce our new 2022 Economic Report on U.S. Pharmacies and Pharmacy Benefit Managers , available for purchase and immediate download. Click here to download a free report overview (including key industry trends, the Table of Contents, and a List of Exhibits) New Drug Channels Institute Study Examines Consolidation and Vertical Integration of U.S.

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NHS mental health referrals has reached record high

Pharma Times

COVID-19 has highlighted another significant widespread problem – the mental health pandemic

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AZ, Merck get FDA okay for Lynparza as adjuvant breast cancer therapy

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The FDA has cleared AstraZeneca and Merck & Co’s Lynparza as an adjuvant or neoadjuvant treatment for breast cancer, extending its lead over pretenders to its PARP inhibitor crown. The new approval is for use in patients with BRCA-mutated, HER2-negative early-stage breast cancer who have already been treated with chemotherapy – either before or after surgery – and are at high risk of the disease coming back.

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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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Innovative Purdue research leads to FDA-approved prostate cancer treatment

Outsourcing Pharma

A renowned university researcher explains the path that laid the foundation and what the novel diagnostic and treatment means for prostate cancer patients.

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New patent for Jazz Pharms drug XYREM

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for XYREM Xyrem is a drug marketed by Jazz Pharms and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier. There are seven patents…. The post New patent for Jazz Pharms drug XYREM appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Alopecia Hair Loss: What to Know About Jada Pinkett Smith’s Condition

NY Times

Jada Pinkett Smith’s hair loss condition played a major role in an incident at the Oscars. Here’s what we know about it.

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Supermarkets Again Dash Past CVS and Walgreens in 2022’s Part D Pharmacy Networks

Drug Channels

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has recently released its 2022 data on enrollment in Medicare Part D prescription drug plans (PDPs). Our exclusive analysis of these numbers finds that for 2022, an astounding 99% of seniors are enrolled in the wonderland of PDPs with preferred pharmacy networks. Below, we use the new enrollment data to examine the major pharmacy chains’ position within the 27 major Part D plans that have preferred networks.

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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.

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Doctors and nurses produce roadmap to future-proof healthcare

Pharma Times

Report uses input from healthcare professionals to highlight training and support needs, while also warning about departures

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Boehringer backs AI-powered anti-infective startup ArrePath

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A new company set up to use machine learning to find new anti-infective drugs – ArrePath – has launched onto the scene with $20 million in seed financing from a group of investors including the Boehringer Ingelheim Venture Fund. The Princeton, New Jersey-based startup will use the funding to develop its artificial intelligence and imaging based drug discovery platform, used to identify compounds with new and under-exploited mechanisms of action.

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AstraZeneca, Merck breast cancer treatment lands FDA approval

Outsourcing Pharma

The agency has approved Lynparza for use in the US as an adjuvant treatment for patients with germline BRCA-mutated HER2-negative high-risk early breast cancer.

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Which pharmaceutical companies have the most cream dosed drugs?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most cream dosed drugs. For a different perspective, see the most popular dosage types. The companies with the most cream dosed drugs…. The post Which pharmaceutical companies have the most cream dosed drugs? appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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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The Caregiver Vertical: How Pharma Engages

Pharma Marketing Network

Members of a multidisciplinary care team may include physicians, nurses, pharmacists, radiologists, dieticians…the list goes on. But one key member is often omitted: the patient’s caregiver. With an estimated 65 million people serving as caregivers, 1 the role is now a factor in an ever-increasing list of healthcare priorities. Although the caregiver is seen as an extension of the patient and their role is not strictly defined, they are informal members of the front-line care team.

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The Top 15 U.S. Pharmacies of 2021: Market Shares and Revenues at the Biggest Companies

Drug Channels

Next week, Drug Channels Institute will release our 2022 Economic Report on U.S. Pharmacies and Pharmacy Benefit Managers. It’s the 13th edition of our popular and comprehensive examination of the entire drug pricing, reimbursement, and dispensing system. The exhibit below—one of 216 in our new report—provides a first look at the 15 largest organizations, ranked by total U.S. prescription dispensing revenues for calendar year 2021.

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NHS fast-tracks new targeted drug for rare lung cancer

Pharma Times

Patients eligible to receive Takeda’s Exkivity (mobocertinib) have a rare form of lung cancer that cannot be removed by surgery

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Virtual and augmented reality: Bringing the future to pharma manufacturing

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Virtual and augmented reality tools have reached a level of maturity to be utilised across various industries. In this article, Ben Hargreaves asks whether there is particular potential for the technologies to revolutionise staff training and reduce costs in pharma manufacturing. Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) have spent a lot of time in the headlines recently.

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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.