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Boston University researchers’ testing of lab-made version of Covid virus draws government scrutiny

STAT

Research at Boston University that involved testing a lab-made hybrid version of the SARS-CoV-2 virus is garnering heated headlines alleging the scientists involved could have unleashed a new pathogen. There is no evidence the work, performed under biosecurity level 3 precautions in BU’s National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories, was conducted improperly or unsafely.

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5 impactful drug trial failures from the last year

PharmaVoice

Major recent trial flops and what they mean for companies, patients and the industry.

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Parliament square set for ME research demonstration

Pharma Times

Demonstrators will demand hundreds of millions of pounds ‘missing’ from ME research

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Thérèse Coffey criticised for giving leftover antibiotics to a friend

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Health secretary accused of ‘monumental stupidity’ for saying she had shared a prescribed medication Doctors have rounded on the health secretary, Thérèse Coffey, after she admitted to sharing prescription medicines with others, actions the British Medical Association described as both dangerous and against the law. Coffey told civil servants in a meeting last month that she had given leftover antibiotics to a poorly friend, an admission that came as the discussion on how to alleviate pressures

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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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CDC: Signs point to an early start for flu season, with cases already ticking up in parts of the U.S.

STAT

Before the Covid-19 pandemic emerged, influenza trackers would begin reading tea leaves around this time of the year, looking for signs of whether there would be an early start to the flu season in the northern hemisphere and which of the various flu viruses might be responsible for the most cases over the coming winter. Flu transmission has been low since the start of the pandemic , but an odd spurt of activity in April, May, and even early June of 2022 — which coincided with the onset o

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Kite’s Yescarta to receive European marketing authorisation

Pharma Times

First treatment in 30 years to improve second-line treatment of DLBCL

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Tackling immune-mediated disease with CAR Tregs

European Pharmaceutical Review

In recent years there has been significant development within the cell therapy field, as chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy demonstrated an ability to transform the treatment of patients with haematological malignancies. Recognising the potential of CAR T cells to act as highly targeted therapeutics, several biotechnology companies – including Sangamo Therapeutics – have established development pipelines of CAR T regulatory cells (Tregs) that aim to tackle immune?

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Could monkeypox infections have long-term consequences?

STAT

Since the world began confronting a global outbreak of monkeypox in the spring, the scientific community has had plenty of reasons to rue the fact that for decades this virus has been understudied. Here’s another one: Because of that oversight, doctors treating people who have been infected with monkeypox can’t answer with certainty whether some of them will face any long-term health consequences, referred to as sequelae in the field of medicine.

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A new class of drugs with ‘huge’ potential in the fight against challenging breast cancers

PharmaVoice

Drug developers have been making headway in treating the most difficult and deadly forms of breast cancer.

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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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AlzeCure gets new Alzheimer's abstract accepted

Pharma Times

Therapy is based on ACD856's indicative disease modifying effects against the condition

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EMCrit 335 – APRV TCAV for Lung Rescue Made Simple with Rory Spiegel

EMCrit Project

Every Resus doc should be able to crash a patient on to APRV for lung rescue. EMCrit Project by Scott Weingart, MD FCCM.

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Opinion: Polio eradication is in sight. Don’t stop funding it now

STAT

When it comes to eradicating infectious diseases, there can be no half measures: it’s an all-or-nothing proposition. For more than three decades, eradicating polio — removing it from the face of the earth — has been the sole mission of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI). But now, after helping drive down the global number of cases by 99.9%, and with the wild poliovirus only endemic in just two countries, this incredible initiative is in danger of becoming a victi

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J&J reveals just how much economic turbulence is affecting Big Pharma

PharmaVoice

The healthcare giant showed pharmaceutical gains, but that's no thanks to the economic environment of persistent inflation and a strong U.S. dollar.

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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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Grifols’ Tavlesse receives NICE recommendation

Pharma Times

Therapy treats refractory chronic immune thrombocytopenia and is available across UK

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Could SIBO Be Preventing Your Remission from Hashimoto’s?

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Many people with Hashimoto’s feel significantly better when they remove reactive foods, replenish nutrient depletions with restorative foods and supplements, and support the gut with probiotics. But what if those steps alone don’t work? You’ll have to dig a bit deeper. It took more than the implementation of the strategies above for me to resolve all my symptoms related to Hashimoto’s.

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Opinion: To learn lessons from pandemics, don’t listen to big pharma

STAT

Early in the Covid-19 pandemic, the leaders of wealthy countries pledged to respond with “global solidarity.” But when vaccines to prevent the disease were developed, those same leaders pushed low and middle-income countries to the back of the queue, outbidding poorer countries, as well as COVAX, a worldwide initiative developed to achieve equitable vaccine access, to secure vaccines for themselves.

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How a company aimed at bringing the woolly mammoth back to life spun off a startup that could speed drug development

PharmaVoice

Colossal Biosciences announced the creation of Form Bio — and its “operating system for science” — in September.

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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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Apogenix’s asunercept demonstrates efficacy in COVID-19 trial

Pharma Times

Therapy showed faster clinical recovery for combined treatment groups

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Nuclear Pharmacist by Day, DJ by Night

Pharmacy Is Right For Me

There are so many different types of careers within the field of pharmacy—from research and drug development to pharmacy informatics! To highlight some of the more unique career settings in the industry, we’re introducing a new page on our website— Novel Pharmacy Practice Settings —where you can explore these unique career pathways. In addition to learning more about unique pathways on our new webpage, we’ll also be featuring pharmacists who work in these unique settings on our blog.

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STAT+: What to know about Roche’s experimental Alzheimer’s treatment

STAT

The next big Alzheimer’s disease study readout is almost here. Roche is nearing the completion of a pair of clinical trials involving its experimental treatment called gantenerumab. The Swiss pharma giant will announce results from the studies within the next six weeks.

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Woman of the Week: Exscientia’s Charlotte Deane

PharmaVoice

Is the industry ready for a biologic discovery revolution? Charlotte Deane, chief scientist of biologics AI at Exscientia, thinks so.

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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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Kite and Refuge Biotechnologies to work together to research blood cancer

Pharma Times

The licence agreement bolsters Kite’s expertise in synthetic biology for oncology

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Word of the Month: What is Long COVID?

PhRMA

What is Long COVID?

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BU lab wasn’t required to clear potentially controversial study with NIH, director says

STAT

The director of a Boston University laboratory that conducted potentially controversial research on the viruses that cause Covid-19 said his institution didn’t clear the work with the National Institutes of Health because it wasn’t funded by the federal agency. Ronald Corley said the research, which was designed to explore what makes some SARS-CoV-2 viruses more or less pathogenic, was funded with money from the university itself.

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Think your company could be on HHS’ drug price negotiation list? Here’s how to navigate next steps

PharmaVoice

Know what to expect from the CMS over the next few months as it implements the drug reforms laid out in the Inflation Reduction Act.

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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.