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Older people ‘more likely to engage with digital physiotherapy care’

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Researchers in the US have found that older people are far more likely to engage with digital physiotherapy programmes digitally than those in younger age groups. Gen Xers, working-age baby boomers and retirees – collectively the over-41 age bracket – were more likely to start a musculoskeletal (MSK) programme delivered via digital channels than Gen Zers and millennials, according to Hinge Health, whose back and joint pain programme was used in the study.

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Inflammasome develops combo HIV/birth control implant

Outsourcing Pharma

Thanks in part to grants from the Gates Foundation, the company has come up with a bioerodible implant that combines HIV prevention and birth control.

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Novartis’ Kymriah fails to hit primary survival endpoint in late-stage trial

Pharma Times

Phase III study was investigating treatment for B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma

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New patent for Boehringer Ingelheim drug SYNJARDY

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for SYNJARDY Synjardy is a drug marketed by Boehringer Ingelheim and is included in two NDAs. It is available from one supplier. There are six patents…. The post New patent for Boehringer Ingelheim drug SYNJARDY 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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India’s Breathe Well-being raises $5.5m for diabetes reversal app

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Digital health startup Breathe Well-being has raised $5.5 million in first-round financing, which it will use to scale up its clinical tool that it says helps people “prevent, manage and reverse type 2 diabetes.” . The Series A – led by US venture capital group Accel with participation from General Catalyst and Scott Shleifer, global managing director of hedge fund Tiger Global, which is a highly active investor in privately-held tech firms.

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Avera Health, Sema4 join forces on precision cancer care

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The regional US healthcare system will collaborate with the health intelligence specialist to advance precision medicine focused on oncological care.

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New patent for Boehringer Ingelheim drug JARDIANCE

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Annual Drug Patent Expirations for JARDIANCE Jardiance is a drug marketed by Boehringer Ingelheim and is included in one NDA. It is available from four suppliers. There are six patents…. The post New patent for Boehringer Ingelheim drug JARDIANCE appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Digital mental health firms Headspace and Ginger in $3bn merger

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A merger between two digital mental health companies – Headspace and Ginger – will create a $3 billion giant in a category that has been growing at breakneck speed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The deal brings together Headspace’s meditation and mindfulness app – used by millions of people around the world – and Ginger’s platform which provides therapy and psychiatric support as an on-demand, video-based service.

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Ivermectin Should Not Be Used to Treat Covid, F.D.A. Says

NY Times

“You are not a horse,” the Food and Drug Administration said. “Stop it.”.

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Existing drug could offer hope as new therapy for ALL in children

Pharma Times

Early stage research found 5-azacytidine may be used to treat 'devastating' disease

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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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Which pharmaceutical companies have the most spray dosed drugs?

Drug Patent Watch

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

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Amplifying the patient voice for better engagement, recruitment and retention

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Everyone is familiar with the phrase ‘patient-centricity’ but, where it might once have been seen as a ‘checkbox exercise’, it has gained preeminent status in the era of COVID-19, says Prime Global’s Ross Jackson. The pandemic has transformed many aspects of our industry and one area that change has come to is patient engagement within clinical trials, where it would now seem unusual were we to not consider the patient voice when it comes to recruiting trial participants.

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Insilico Medicine uses AI to uncover preclinical candidate for kidney fibrosis

Outsourcing Pharma

The drug discovery company reportedly used AI-powered drug discovery to come up with a promising preclinical candidate for treatment of the kidney ailment.

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Pfizer/BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine wins first full FDA approval

Pharma Times

Biologics License Application approved to prevent COVID-19 in individuals 16 years of age and older

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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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Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Denmark?

Drug Patent Watch

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.

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UK real-world study finds COVID-19 jab protection wanes

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A study has found evidence that protection from the AstraZeneca and Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines starts fall off after a few months, but a UK government advisor says there’s no need to rush into a large-scale booster campaign. The results of the ZOE COVID study found that initial protection against infection a month after the second dose of the Pfizer vaccine was 88%, and after five to six months fell to 74%.

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WashU report highlights vulnerabilities in US pharma supply chain

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According to the study, the countryâs overreliance on pharmaceutical ingredients manufactured in overseas factories threatens national security and health.

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NRG Therapeutics gains further funding from Parkinson’s UK

Pharma Times

Investment will be used to support the development of disease modifying drugs to treat Parkinson’s disease

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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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New patent for Gilead Sciences drug EPCLUSA

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Annual Drug Patent Expirations for EPCLUSA Epclusa is a drug marketed by Gilead Sciences Inc and is included in two NDAs. It is available from one supplier. There are twenty-six…. The post New patent for Gilead Sciences drug EPCLUSA appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Cara’s Korsuva is first drug cleared for itching in dialysis patients

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One of the most common and challenging side effects for people undergoing dialysis for chronic kidney disease – chronic itching – now has an FDA-approved treatment. The US regulator has cleared Cara Therapeutics’ Korsuva (difelikefalin) as an injectable treatment for chronic itching, also known as pruritus, in these patients after a priority review.

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MMS support program to help ultra-rare disease research

Outsourcing Pharma

The CRO has launched an initiative that offers help navigating regulatory issues for ultra-rare disease patient advocacy groups that demonstrate a need.

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EMA fast-tracks Marinus Pharma’s rare epilepsy treatment

Pharma Times

Accelerated assessment granted for company’s lead product candidate ganaxolone

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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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New patent for Boehringer Ingelheim drug SYNJARDY XR

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for SYNJARDY+XR Synjardy Xr is a drug marketed by Boehringer Ingelheim and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier. There are five…. The post New patent for Boehringer Ingelheim drug SYNJARDY XR appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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COVID prompts another milestone, as India clears first DNA vaccine

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The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the development of mRNA-based vaccines, and its influence has now extended to DNA-based shots as well, with Zydus Cadila’s ZyCoV-D getting emergency use authorisation in India. This is the first DNA vaccine ever to receive regulatory authorisation anywhere in the world, the first COVID-19 jab approved in India to treat children aged 12 and above as well as adults, as well as the first coronavirus shot that can be administered using needle-free delivery.

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Datavant, Real Chemistry form precision medicine partnership

Outsourcing Pharma

The two firms will work together on solutions to connect de-identified, first-party data to real-world data to help advance precision medicine development.

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New BRCA-targeting drug could treat advanced prostate cancer

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Talazoparib delayed disease progression in Phase II trial

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5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software

Are you still using workarounds to manage your daily operations? To achieve peak performance, it's time to explore other options for specialty and infusion pharmacy software. Streamline pharmacy operations and improve clinical performance with automated processing, real-time data exchange, and electronic decision support. Download this helpful infographic to: Drive efficiency and patient adherence from referral receipt to delivery and ongoing care – all with our Pharmacy Cloud.

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F.D.A. Fully Approves Pfizer Vaccine

NY Times

The move was expected to kick off a round of new vaccination mandates from hospitals, schools and private companies.

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FDA issues warning on robot-assisted breast cancer surgery

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The FDA has issued a safety alert about the use of robot-assisted surgical (RAS) devices for use in mastectomy procedures, pointing out that their safety and efficacy have not been established. The move comes amid reports that some people are being offered RAS for the prevention or treatment of breast cancer, sometimes as part of a clinical trial, even though many of the studies are being undertaken “without the FDA oversight required.” RAS devices – which enable surgeons to use comp

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Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Switzerland?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the drugs with the most patents in Switzerland. 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 Switzerland? appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Home antibody tests for COVID-19 to be made available in UK

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Up to 8,000 people per day can access the tests

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Report reveals obstacles to implementing digital trial tech

Outsourcing Pharma

A study conducted by trial tech firms Curedatis and Climedo Health reveals what trial professionals view as challenges and opportunities in digitalization.

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