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Priority review for Novartis CAR-T cell therapy Kymriah

Pharma Times

Novartis is eyeing approval for Kymriah to treat adult patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma

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Bayer, One Drop launch AI tool for heart disease prevention

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Bayer’s two-year-old digital health collaboration with One Drop has borne its first fruit, an artificial intelligence-powered software module for preventing cardiovascular disease (CVD). The German pharmaceutical company has been working with New York-based One Drop on digital health products that span multiple therapeutic areas, including oncology and women’s health as well as CVD in the alliance , which was expanded last year in a $98 million deal.

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Potential COVID-19 treatment to wrap up Phase III trial

Outsourcing Pharma

Appili Therapeutics reports it has enrolled the last patient for its Phase III study of Avigan/Reeqonus (favipiravir), developed in alliance with AiPharma.

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Fluvoxamine Helps Lower Risk of Hospitalization From Covid, Study Finds

NY Times

Scientists say the results of the latest research examining the inflammation-fighting qualities of fluvoxamine, capping similar smaller studies, could lead to new treatment guidelines.

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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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Double vaccinated can still spread COVID-19 at home, says UK study

Pharma Times

Experts say that it is vital to ensure that every member who is eligible for a vaccine has received one

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Strike two for Novartis’ lung cancer antibody canakinumab

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Expectations for Novartis’ canakinumab as a therapy for cancer have taken another dive, after a second phase 3 trial in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) failed to meet its primary objectives. Novartis isn’t giving up on the programme yet, as it still has other trials of canakinumab in play, but the latest failure makes prospects for the antibody in oncology look increasingly remote.

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RWD from community registries adds long COVID understanding: IQVIA

Outsourcing Pharma

An epidemiologist from the healthcare data specialist offers perspective on how real-world data can help get to the heart of long-lasting COVID research.

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UK COVID-19 patients able to take GP prescribed medicine at home

Pharma Times

The drug acts by inhibiting SARS-CoV-2 from replicating in the human system

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Novartis looking into future of its Sandoz’ generics business

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Novartis revealed today that it may consider divesting its generic medicines subsidiary Sandoz – amongst other options – which would further narrow its focus to innovative medicines. The company said in its third-quarter results statement that it was weighing options for Sandoz to “maximise shareholder value,” adding that could include retaining the business or a separation – which could involve a spin-off or outright sale.

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What Happens Next as F.D.A., C.D.C. Weigh Covid Shots for Children

NY Times

Once the experts weigh in, the Food and Drug Administration itself makes a decision and then a similar process happens at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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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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Ointment dosed drug patent expirations by year

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the patent expirations for ointment dosed drugs over the next decade. The term of drug patents varies. The basic term for a patent is 20 years from…. The post Ointment dosed drug patent expirations by year appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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New collaboration to develop next-gen diagnostic platform for early cancer detection

Pharma Times

Partnership will see DNAe, Imperial College London and the University of Leicester collaborate on early detection of recurrent breast cancer

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Sustained healthcare systems need sustainable pharma business models

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COVID-19 demonstrated the importance of robust supply chains and the dangers of an over reliance on overseas manufacturing. But can the Pharmaceutical Strategy for Europe help to redress the balance? Only sustainable, robust supply chains and business models will allow innovation to flourish, secure access to medicines, and minimise the industry’s impact on the environment.

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How to Decide Which Covid Booster Shot to Get

NY Times

Health officials approved mix-and-match Covid booster shots, but didn’t say whether it’s better to switch vaccines or stick with your original shot.

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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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Potential COVID-19 treatment to kick off Phase III trial

Outsourcing Pharma

Appili Therapeutics reports it has enrolled the last patient for its Phase III study of Avigan/Reeqonus (favipiravir), developed in alliance with AiPharma.

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Sajid Javid: NHS likely to have mandatory vaccinations

Pharma Times

Javid also announced the government’s ‘five pillar’ plan for addressing COVID-19 during the challenging winter months

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Industry welcomes boost to health research in UK budget

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Groups representing the biopharma industry have welcomed an increase in health-specific R&D to £5 billion in the UK autumn budget, despite a longer timeline for reaching the target of £22 billion in overall R&D spending. The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) and BioIndustry Association (BIA) both said that the increase acknowledges the enormous contribution made by the life sciences sector in helping to limit the impact of the pandemic through the rapid developmen

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Merck Will Share Formula for its Covid Pill With Poor Countries

NY Times

The company announced a licensing deal that will allow the drug, molnupiravir, to be made and sold cheaply in 105 developing nations.

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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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Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Luxembourg?

Drug Patent Watch

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

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Clinical Researcher of the Year - The Americas 2021 winners announced

Pharma Times

The winners of the 2021 Clinical Researcher of the Year – The Americas have been announced, find out who emerged victorious

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Luminopia scores FDA approval for TV-based amblyopia therapy

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Hard on the heels of some impressive clinical trial results, Luminopia has won FDA approval for its digital therapeutic (DTx) for amblyopia or lazy eye in children that is based on watching TV shows. The DTx is TV watching with a difference, of course – namely specially modified TV shows and movies that are viewed using a virtual reality headset designed to promote use of the weaker eye in amblyopia, which is a leading cause of vision loss in children.

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Speaking the language of diverse patient populations is vital: TransPerfect

Outsourcing Pharma

A leader from the language and tech solutions firm explains how multilingual support can improve patient recruitment and other aspects of clinical trials.

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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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Follow the Vial: The Buy-and-Bill System for Distributing and Reimbursing Provider-Administered Outpatient Drugs

Drug Channels

By reader request, we present below a channel flow chart illustrating the buy-and-bill process for provider-administered drugs. This chart complements Follow the Dollar: The U.S. Pharmacy Distribution and Reimbursement System for Patient-Administered, Outpatient Brand-name Drugs. To further help you understand this channel, I have also included a brief video to explain the buy-and-bill system.

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Rishi Sunak promises £6 billion package for health service

Pharma Times

Package was announced during a speech at the annual Conservative Party Conference in Manchester, UK

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23andMe makes $400m telehealth play, gulping down Lemonaid

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Consumer DNA testing company 23andMe has signed a deal to acquire privately-held Lemonaid Health in a $400 million deal that marks a move into the online health sector. Lemonaid operates an on-demand platform for remotely accessing medical care and pharmacy services, including online consultations and prescription medicines delivery across the US. 23andMe – which went public earlier this year through a blank cheque company backed by Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson – is making 25% of the

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Survey: pandemic viewed as catalyst for positive change in trials

Outsourcing Pharma

According to a recent survey from Oracle Health Sciences, 97% of trial professionals say newly adopted approaches will stay in use as we move beyond COVID-19.

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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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The New Killer App? Platforms in Healthcare

Pharma Marketing Network

The healthcare burden continues to increase and the complexity continues to grow. There is a high volume of inefficiencies in the market, which is becoming increasingly fragmented due to the infusion of venture capital dollars over the last five-plus years and the thousands of start-up companies focused on addressing some aspect of healthcare. A digital platform typically refers to a digital service or digital product with an integrated business model and operational model.

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Novartis UK awarded Innovation Passport for investigational therapy

Pharma Times

Iptacopan is an investigational, first-in-class, orally administered factor B inhibitor for the alternative pathway of the complement system

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Speak like a leader: 15 secrets to engage any audience

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Oliver Stohlmann’s Corporate Survival Hacks series draws on his experiences of working in local, regional and global life science communications to offer some little tips for enjoying a big business career. This post on delivering a seemingly effortless talk also incorporates select insights from Executive Speaking Success’ John Bates. Public speaking is the original human communication method.

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Global Genes partners to elevate equity for rare disease patients

Outsourcing Pharma

The radvocacy group is joining with the Rare Disease Diversity Coalition on an initiative to identify and overcome challenges faced by minority patients.

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Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Chile?

Drug Patent Watch

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

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