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New asthma drug approved on NHS branded a ‘wonder drug’

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Dupilumab (also known as Dupixent) will be available to patients through injections

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Pfizer says new data show booster shots of its vaccine are highly protective against Covid.

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The company said that in a study, boosters cut down the number of breakthrough infections among fully vaccinated people by more than 95 percent.

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Use of digital tools for clinical trials triples during pandemic; survey

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A new poll of clinical trial sponsors has found that around nine out of 10 of them are running decentralised trials with the help of digital technologies, a big increase on pre-COVID-19 levels. The survey by Veeva Systems found a big increase in the adoption of technologies that enabled remote trials during COVID-19, with increased use of tools such as remote monitoring, electronic data collection and consent forms, and web portals for studies.

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‘Digital transformation’ requires enterprise-wide change: Rockwell Automation

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To fully reap the benefits of tech advances, a company leader advises, a life-sciences firm must embrace change and connection throughout the operation.

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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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Psychoactive compound to advance research in treatment of depressive disorders

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Lucid-PSYCH is a psychoactive compound potentially viable for the treatment of major depressive disorders

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FDA clears AI-powered digital test for early dementia

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The FDA has approved an artificial intelligence-based test for early detection of dementia that can be carried out on an iPad in five minutes. The CognICA Integrated Cognitive Assessment (ICA) test developed by London, UK-based company Cognetivity Neurosciences has been approved by the FDA as an alternative to traditional pen-and-paper tests with some key advantages, according to its developer.

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New patent for Hq Spclt drug CALCIUM GLUCONATE IN SODIUM CHLORIDE

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Annual Drug Patent Expirations for CALCIUM+GLUCONATE+IN+SODIUM+CHLORIDE Calcium Gluconate In Sodium Chloride is a drug marketed by Fresenius Kabi Usa and Hq Spclt Pharma and is included in two NDAs. It…. The post New patent for Hq Spclt drug CALCIUM GLUCONATE IN SODIUM CHLORIDE appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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NICE approves Ofev for PF-ILD

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Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a termed used to describe a collection of over 200 lung disorders

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Here’s Why Developing Countries Can Make the Top Covid Vaccines

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Pfizer and Moderna are skeptical, but we found 10 companies in Africa, Asia and South America well-positioned to produce the gold-standard mRNA shots.

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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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A test of NICE’s resolve: clinical guidelines for Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)

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The work of the UK’s HTA body, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), is often heatedly debated, and this time it’s for holding back a clinical guideline. Leela Barham looks into the controversy. Updating a previous clinical guideline. NICE began their work to update a 2007 clinical guideline on Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) in January 2018.

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Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Mexico?

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

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NICE recommends gene silencing therapy for porphyria patients on NHS

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Givlaari uses ‘gene silencing’ RNA interference technology, to target the production of pathogenic compounds in people AHP

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Pfizer Says Its Vaccine Is Highly Protective in Children 5 to 11

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The findings could add momentum for F.D.A. authorization of the pediatric dose, perhaps next week, a long-awaited development that would affect 28 million children.

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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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What HCPs think about medical tweetorials

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Twitter has been used by health professionals for over a decade to share medical knowledge and education. Until late-2018 they had only 140 characters to do this, increasing to 280 at that time. There have been some collaborative ways to have meaningful interactions on the platform including Twitter journal clubs. Four ways HCPs are using Twitter for medical education.

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Fresh Evidence: How Health Systems Steer Prescriptions to Their Own Specialty Pharmacies

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Hospitals and health systems are rapidly expanding their internal specialty pharmacies—and they’re using questionable tactics to boost revenues and profits. A new American Society of Hospital Pharmacists (ASHP) survey of health system pharmacies offers fresh insights into how these systems steer prescriptions to their internal specialty pharmacies: For most health systems' in-house specialty pharmacies, more than 90% of specialty prescriptions are written by system-employed physicians.

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US approval for J&J and Moderna COVID-19 boosters

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EUA amendments 'based on the available data and information'

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F.D.A. Authorizes Moderna and Johnson & Johnson Booster Shots

NY Times

The agency will also allow vaccine recipients to pick which vaccine they want as a booster, endorsing a mix-and-match approach.

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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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Roche scores early adjuvant lung cancer approval for Tecentriq

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Roche has claimed an earlier-than-expected FDA approval for its checkpoint inhibitor Tecentriq in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), giving the drug a lead in early-stage cases that can be treated with surgery. The US regulator has cleared Tecentriq (atezolizumab) as adjuvant treatment after surgery and platinum-based chemotherapy in patients with tumours in which 1% or more cells express the PD-L1 biomarker, to try to stop the cancer recurring.

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COVID-19 lessons can apply to hepatitis treatments: Phesi

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According to the firm, infectious-disease research advancements could be applied to discovering treatments for millions of hepatitis patients globally.

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Antengene to collaborate with LegoChem Biosciences for antibody-drug conjugates

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The two parties will jointly generate and evaluate ADC candidates

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Mix-and-Match Covid Boosters: Why They Just Might Work

NY Times

The F.D.A. may authorize booster shots of vaccines different from the ones that Americans originally received. The science behind the move is promising.

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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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Biogen’s Aduhelm rollout goes from bad to worse

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Analysts were predicting sales of Biogen’s recently approved Alzheimer’s therapy Aduhelm may start to gather a little momentum in the third quarter, but the drug seems to be going into reverse. As it turned out, Aduhelm (aducanumab) made just $300,000 in the three-month period from July to September, against analysts’ estimates of $12 million, suggesting that few patients are being treated with the $56,000 a year therapy.

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Digital revolution transforming drug development: West Pharma

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A leader from the drug development and manufacturing firm talks about the ways in which advanced digital tools stand to revolutionize the pharma field.

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MindMaze forms partnership to manufacture brain repair platform for stroke patients

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MindPod pioneers the world’s first immersive neuro-animation experience

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Will New Covid Treatments Be as Elusive for Poor Countries as Vaccines?

NY Times

Merck has taken a step to make its antiviral pill available in poor nations, but many obstacles remain for broad access to coronavirus drugs.

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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.