New hope for long COVID blood tests after antibody discovery
Pharma Times
JULY 13, 2021
Researchers discover presence of 'autoantibodies' in people with persistent COVID-19 symptoms
July, 2021
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Virtual reality therapy: The future of chronic pain management?
pharmaphorum
JULY 23, 2021
Could virtual reality tools be effective in helping patients ‘unlearn’ their chronic pain? p harmaphorum speaks to Professor Christopher Eccleston from the University of Bath’s Centre of Pain Research to find out how digital therapeutics are shaping the future of pain management. A digital software developed by Finnish drugmaker Orion is aiming to address chronic pain conditions using virtual reality (VR) devices that provide an immersive gamified therapeutic treatment program.
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Johnson & Johnson Recalls Sunscreen Because of Benzene Traces
NY Times
JULY 14, 2021
The company said it had determined that daily exposure to five Neutrogena and Aveeno sprays would not cause adverse health effects, but recalled the products out of an abundance of caution.
ACD/Labs, Science Data Experts establish AI partnership
Outsourcing Pharma
JULY 14, 2021
The two companies will work together to come up with solutions that use machine learning and artificial intelligence to help accelerate innovation in R&D.
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.
Crisis Communications and FDA
Eye on FDA
JULY 29, 2021
In the face of a crisis situation, it is a given that the clarity and thoroughness of the communications response is key to resolving the issue and mitigating any reputational damage. Perhaps no other decision by the Food and Drug Administration has garnered as much controversy, as the recent one to authorize the accelerated approval a new treatment for Alzheimer’s.
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Oxford researchers launch HIV vaccine trial
Pharma Times
JULY 6, 2021
Vaccine will be evaluated in 13 HIV-negative adults aged 18-65 years old
Moderna plans triple vaccine targeting flu, COVID and RSV
pharmaphorum
JULY 8, 2021
Buoyed by the success of its COVID-19 vaccine, Moderna has started a phase 1/2 trials of its mRNA-based shot for seasonal influenza, targeting four different flu strains. . The first patents have now been enrolled into the study of the shot – codenamed mRNA-1010 – which is designed to generate antibodies against influenza A H1N1, H3N2 and influenza B Yamagata and Victoria – all of which are recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO).
As Lebanon’s Crisis Deepens, Lines for Fuel Grow, and Food and Medicine Are Scarce
NY Times
JULY 5, 2021
The World Bank said the financial crisis could rank among the world’s three worst since the mid-1800s. The currency has lost more than 90 percent of its value and unemployment has skyrocketed.
Medicenna takes on deadly brain cancer in clinical trial
Outsourcing Pharma
JULY 8, 2021
The immunotherapy firm is conducting a Phase III trial centered on an innovative approach to treating recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer.
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
What They Said – FDA Press Releases Mid-2021
Eye on FDA
JULY 19, 2021
It has been a regular feature of the blog to give a read on what FDA has been talking about, at least through the form of press releases. It is not always an easy task because the nature of FDA’s practice in this respect has evolved over time. But here is what we see looking at the first 6 months 2021, and comparing it to mid-years past. You may recall from the last posting on this topic at the beginning of the year, during 2020, FDA had a lot to say – a real lot, and that isn’
Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Cyprus?
Drug Patent Watch
JULY 30, 2021
This chart shows the drugs with the most patents in Cyprus. 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 Cyprus? appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.
Jardiance becomes first SGLT2 inhibitor to show benefit in HFpEF
Pharma Times
JULY 7, 2021
Eli Lilly and Boehringer Ingelheim have revealed positive results from a Phase III study of Jardiance in HFpEF patients
AI-driven ‘clock’ predicts aging-related illness and mortality
pharmaphorum
JULY 14, 2021
Scientists in the US have developed an artificial intelligence-powered ‘clock’ that can estimate a person’s chance of developing an illness or dying based on the pattern of cytokines in their blood. The “inflammatory age” or iAge clock – described in the journal Nature Aging – uses a snapshot of the level of chronic inflammation in the body to predict the chances of developing cardiovascular or neurodegenerative diseases and to give an estimate of lifespan.
Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide
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The FDA Should Fully Approve Pfizer and Moderna's Vaccines
NY Times
JULY 1, 2021
The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are safe and effective. Full approval from the F.D.A. will help stop the spread of Covid-19.
Pharma industry, CROs adapting to COVID-19 impacts: survey
Outsourcing Pharma
JULY 27, 2021
A recent check-in with several biopharma and CRO companies, conducted by Life Science Strategy Group, indicates adjustment to pandemic-related challenges.
OPDP Sends Untitled Letter
Eye on FDA
JULY 14, 2021
Upfront Author’s Note: This is the first posting in a while as I have been working to migrate the subscription service to a new provider. As such, some subscribers were lost in the process. Anyone who signed up for a subscription prior to 2019, would need to sign up again. Apologies for the inconvenience and thanks for your patience. Years ago, a single regulatory action letter issued by FDA’s Office of Prescription Drug Promotion (OPDP) would not have merited a blog posting in and o
Most prolific drug patent challengers
Drug Patent Watch
JULY 26, 2021
This chart shows the generic pharmaceutical companies that had the most successful drug patent challenges from 2016 to 2021. Companies that successfully challenge patents on branded drugs are granted six…. The post Most prolific drug patent challengers 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.
Kuano raises £1m to further develop AI drug discovery platform
Pharma Times
JULY 8, 2021
Company is aiming to transform the discovery of therapeutics focused on enzyme inhibition
UK biotech ‘booming’ as sector rakes in £1.6bn in Q2 financing
pharmaphorum
JULY 6, 2021
The UK’s biotechnology sector is going through a purple patch, attracting almost £1.6 billion ($2.2 billion) in financing in the three months to end-May – which is a record for the industry. The new figures – from the BioIndustry Association and Clarivate – were dominated by more than £1 billion in venture capital funding for UK biotech and life sciences companies, headlined by DNA sequencing company Oxford Nanopore’s £195 million raise in May that was just shy of the £205 million re
F.D.A. Attaches Warning of Guillain-Barré Syndrome to Johnson & Johnson Covid Vaccine
NY Times
JULY 12, 2021
Federal regulators concluded that the risk of developing the syndrome was low, and that the benefits of the vaccine still strongly outweigh it.
Statins may reduce risk of COVID-19 death: researchers
Outsourcing Pharma
JULY 19, 2021
A recent study indicates patients taking the cholesterol-lowering drugs prior to COVID hospitalization are far less likely to die as a result of the virus.
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.
PMN 2021 Summer Summit: Evolving the Customer Experience
Pharma Marketing Network
JULY 16, 2021
Hear from leading Experience and Omnichannel experts from Merck , AstraZeneca , UCB , AbbVie , Harmony Biosciences , Genentech and more on winning strategies to transform data into actionable strategy, elevate CX beyond campaign optimization and activate the “Engagement Matrix” in your organization. Panel discussions include: Coordinated CX: Moving Beyond Campaign Management.
Which pharmaceutical companies have the most ointment dosed drugs?
Drug Patent Watch
JULY 25, 2021
This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most ointment dosed drugs. For a different perspective, see the most popular dosage types. The companies with the most ointment dosed drugs…. The post Which pharmaceutical companies have the most ointment dosed drugs? appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.
NICE to develop guideline for rare blood clots associated with COVID-19 vaccination
Pharma Times
JULY 14, 2021
Condition is 'extremely' rare, with only 14.
Google’s DeepMind puts human proteome online for free
pharmaphorum
JULY 26, 2021
The most complete database of protein structures ever assembled, developed with the help of Google’s artificial intelligence unit DeepMind, has been made freely available to researchers around the world. DeepMind partnered with the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) to come up with the AlphaFold database, which predicts the three-dimensional structures of the human proteome – nearly all (98.5%) of the 20,000 or so proteins expressed by the human genome.
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