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Opinion: Journals that published Richard Lynn’s racist ‘research’ articles should retract them

STAT

In 2012, the Elsevier journal Personality and Individual Differences published a special issue that included articles with titles like “Life history theory and race differences: An appreciation of Richard Lynn’s contribution to science” and “National IQs and economic outcomes.” At a celebratory dinner at the Oxford and Cambridge Club in London, contributors to the issue awarded Lynn a ceremonial sword and a pair of horns.

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Avoiding the pharma ‘junk pile’ with launch readiness, pipeline rigor and ‘quick kills’

PharmaVoice

Drug launches have underperformed expectations at a high rate, and pharmas need to get better at thinning the pipeline to make room for the real wins, says a life sciences consultant.

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US study suggests BMS’ cancer drug could target Parkinson’s-causing protein

Pharma Times

The progressive neurodegenerative condition affects more than ten million people worldwide

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Novavax seeks FDA approval for updated Covid-19 vaccine

Pharmaceutical Technology

Novavax has sought US FDA approval for an updated JN.1 version of its Covid-19 vaccine, NVX-CoV2705, for individuals aged 12 years and above.

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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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STAT+: Gilead’s twice-yearly antiviral protected women from HIV infection in large trial

STAT

Gilead said Thursday that twice-a-year injections of a new antiviral drug, called lenacapavir, completely protected cisgender women from contracting HIV in a large Phase 3 trial. In the study, none of the 2,134 women who received lenacapavir contracted HIV. By comparison, 16 of the 1,068 women who received the long-running daily pill Truvada contracted HIV.

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Leuko device to remotely monitor cancer patients during chemotherapy

Pharma Times

Cancer was estimated to be responsible for more than 18 million cases worldwide in 2020

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Two-thirds of pharmacies slash opening hours amid funding pressures

The Pharmacist

Almost two-thirds of pharmacies in England have decreased their opening hours since 2015, latest analysis from the National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has suggested. The research, based on a sample of 110 pharmacies, found that on average there has been a 6.1-hour (10%) reduction in opening hours for every pharmacy. The findings come as up to […] The post Two-thirds of pharmacies slash opening hours amid funding pressures appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Opinion: Long Covid feels like a gun to my head

STAT

I have spent my career studying infectious diseases that fall under the heading of neglected tropical diseases. Now I have a neglected disease — long Covid — an incurable (for now and for me) disease. As a medical anthropologist working in global health, I thought I understood the despair of poor health. I didn’t. I join 7% of the U.S. adult population — or about 18 million Americans — who have experienced long Covid.

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NIH-funded trials fall flat on diversity goals

PharmaVoice

Many clinical trials aren’t meeting enrollment inclusion checkpoints — and some aren’t even setting targets, according to a recent OIG report.

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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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Researchers reveal genetic makeup could identify treatment options for sepsis

Pharma Times

The serious condition is responsible for approximately 11 million deaths worldwide every year

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New data showcase promise, growing pains of CAR-T in autoimmune disease

BioPharma Dive

One expert described trial results presented at EULAR last week as “unprecedented.” But reports of relapses in some patients drew questions about the therapies’ ultimate potential.

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Opinion: With the threat of H5N1 bird flu, hospitals must stay prepared

STAT

A third case of mammal-to-human transmission of the highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu virus has been reported in the United States. This latest case, involving a dairy worker in Michigan , raises concerns due to the individual exhibiting respiratory symptoms, highlighting the pandemic potential of this virus. U.S. hospitals need to prepare for the worst and hope for the best.

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The hunt for the brain’s biomarkers

PharmaVoice

How Roche is finding better ways to diagnose brain conditions like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s 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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KCL’s mini liver model promises more effective drug testing method

Pharma Times

The method provides a more accurate and ethical approach to drug testing for medicines

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Paul Rees: 'We need to keep the pressure up'

The Pharmacist

The Pharmacist caught up with National Pharmacy Association (NPA) chief executive Paul Rees during today's ‘day of action’ to save community pharmacies, at a branch of Green Light Pharmacy in central London. Paul, tell us how the Save Our Pharmacies day of action campaign has been going today? For the first time ever, community pharmacies […] The post Paul Rees: 'We need to keep the pressure up' appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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New Merck pneumococcal vaccine wins FDA approval

STAT

The Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved Merck’s new pneumococcal vaccine for adults 18 and older. The vaccine, which will be sold under the name Capvaxive, is designed to protect against pneumococcal pneumonia, which hospitalizes about 150,000 adults in the United States every year and kills about 1 in 20 who develop it, according to the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases.

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Duchenne approval exposes FDA rift over Sarepta gene therapy

BioPharma Dive

Peter Marks’ decision to override the objections of agency staff and broaden use of Elevidys could have a “lasting impact” on gene therapy as well as the FDA, one analyst wrote.

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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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Researchers design genetic mole reversal therapy for rare skin condition

Pharma Times

Congenital melanocytic naevus syndrome can cover up to 80% of the bodies of children

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Pharmacists with a disability: Standing Up for Sitting Down campaign

The Pharmacist

When pharmacists with a disability told the Pharmacists’ Defence Association (PDA) they were having problems with suitable adjustments in their workplace, a campaign was launched to raise awareness of what employers need to consider. Liz Larkin reviews the issues. When members of the PDA’s Ability Network named their campaign against disability discrimination, ‘Standing Up for […] The post Pharmacists with a disability: Standing Up for Sitting Down campaign appeared first on The Pharmacist

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STAT+: Doctors Without Borders is closing its widely regarded access-to-medicines campaign

STAT

In a surprise move, Doctors Without Borders is closing down its access-to-medicines campaign, which has been credited with ensuring needed drugs and vaccines have been made available to countless patients in low-income countries around the world. The organization plans to close its campaign by the end of this year and create a new effort devoted to access to products for health care.

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PulmCrit: Bilevel Sequence Intubation (BSI) – The new standard

EMCrit Project

introduction Bilevel Sequence Intubation (BSI) refers to initiation of noninvasive bilevel positive pressure ventilation with a backup rate prior to intubation (either using a BiPAP machine or a full-featured mechanical ventilator). BSI is distinct from traditional rapid sequence intubation (RSI), since BSI involves the delivery of machine-initiated, pressure-controlled breaths following administration of sedation and paralytics. […] EMCrit Project by Josh Farkas.

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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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UMC Utrecht and VectorY collaborate to identify biomarkers of ALS in new study

Pharma Times

The progressive neurological disorder currently affects more than 200,000 people worldwide

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3 windows of opportunity in women’s health

PharmaVoice

Despite a recent surge of interest, the femtech and women’s health markets are far from reaching their full potential.

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STAT+: Vertex reports positive results in stem cell trial for type 1 diabetes

STAT

ORLANDO — Twelve people with type 1 diabetes who received a therapy derived from stem cells were able to produce enough of their own insulin to maintain healthy blood glucose levels 90 days later, Vertex Pharmaceuticals said Friday. All but one reduced or eliminated the need to inject insulin over those three months and three people followed for one year no longer needed to inject insulin at all.

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Blood test could spot Parkinson’s years earlier

pharmaphorum

An AI-powered blood test that may be able to predict Parkinson’s years before symptoms develop could allow earlier treatment and guide trials of new treatments

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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.