STAT

AUGUST 9, 2024

Noah Lyles, a 27-year-old from Gainesville, Florida, has had himself quite an Olympics. He won a gold medal in a photo finish in the 100-meter dash on August 4. He went on to win a bronze medal in the 200-meter dash four days later, then collapsed in a heap and needed a wheelchair to get off the track, suggesting that sports officials and team doctors have put athletes’ health last, not first, during the Paris Olympics.

364

364

PharmaVoice

AUGUST 9, 2024

Here’s what the leaders of the companies with the 10 drugs in the first wave of price negotiations with Medicare said about how the new prices will impact their portfolio.

Drug Pricing 223

Drug Pricing 223

BioPharma Dive

AUGUST 6, 2024

Through a new deal, Roche has exclusive rights to Sangamo molecules designed to repress the gene that makes “tau,” a protein many scientists view as a main driver of Alzheimer’s.

131

131

pharmaphorum

AUGUST 6, 2024

Discover how the innovative geko device is driving clinical change in UK stroke care. Learn how this technology is revolutionising the treatment and management of stroke patients.

130

130

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

Communication

STAT

AUGUST 9, 2024

On Friday, the Food and Drug Administration approved the first needle-free treatment for adults and kids with severe allergic reactions. The approval introduces a competitor from ARS Pharma to older epinephrine products, like the EpiPen. Neffy, as the product is called, is a nasal spray that delivers the same drug used to treat anaphylaxis. It is ARS’ flagship product.

Drug Development 363

Drug Development 363

Pharmafile

AUGUST 7, 2024

Genomic medicine company Sangamo Therapeutics and Genentech have entered into a licensing agreement to develop intravenously administered genomic medicines to treat neurodegenerative diseases. Sangamo is expected to receive $50m in near-term upfront license fees and milestone payments after granting Genentech exclusive licensing for its proprietary zinc finger repressors – that are directed to the tau […] The post Sangamo Therapeutics and Genentech team up to develop genomic medicines for

111

111

pharmaphorum

AUGUST 6, 2024

Discover how Step Pharma is harnessing genetics and developing therapeutics targeting CTPS1 to advance cancer research and enhance clinical success. Learn more about their innovative approach.

119

119

STAT

AUGUST 7, 2024

The nation’s largest health care company pressed thousands of its clinicians to use a thinly tested medical device to screen people for artery disease, dramatically boosting payments from the federal government for years even though many of the patients were not sick, a STAT investigation found. The result was a torrent of sometimes questionable diagnoses of peripheral artery disease.

364

364

Pharma Times

AUGUST 8, 2024

The study predicted the development of conditions including Alzheimer’s and heart disease

Diabetes 148

Diabetes 148

BioPharma Dive

AUGUST 9, 2024

Recent data from J.P. Morgan indicates early-stage startups are getting smaller upfront payments in alliances than a few years ago, a trend industry insiders attribute to weaker leverage in deal talks.

128

128

Advertisement

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.

pharmaphorum

AUGUST 7, 2024

Explore the innovative applications of mRNA technologies beyond COVID-19 vaccines. Learn about the potential and future developments in this groundbreaking field.

Vaccines 125

Vaccines 125

STAT

AUGUST 9, 2024

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a new risk assessment of the H5N1 bird flu virus circulating in dairy cows on Friday, increasing slightly its estimate of the chance it poses of triggering a pandemic. The new assessment , developed using the CDC’s influenza risk assessment tool or IRAT, gauged the risk the virus might someday cause a pandemic at 5.79, up from a previous score of 5.12 from an assessment of a related virus conducted in April 2023.

363

363

Pharmafile

AUGUST 5, 2024

Today, the Orthopaedics branch of Johnson & Johnson MedTech, DePuy Synthes, has announced that their surgical robotics system VELYS active has received 501k clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The post Johnson & Johnson’s MedTech announce orthopaedics receives 501K clearance from FDA for spinal robotics and navigation platform appeared first on Pharmafile.

111

111

BioPharma Dive

AUGUST 6, 2024

The funding from Apple Tree Partners will help the startup advance an antiviral drug pipeline that includes a COVID treatment nearing mid-stage testing.

131

131

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.

Pharmaceutical Business Review

AUGUST 8, 2024

Zurnai is indicated for treating suspected or known opioid overdose in adults and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older. It is not a substitute for emergency medical care and is intended for administration immediately as emergency therapy in settings where there may be presence of opioids. The FDA approval follows the introduction of the first nasal spray formulation of nalmefene in May last year.

Adverse Reactions 105

Adverse Reactions 105

STAT

AUGUST 9, 2024

The Food and Drug Administration rejected MDMA as a treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder on Friday, in a blow to drug activists and veterans who’ve long campaigned for the psychedelic treatment. Although two Phase 3 trials suggested the treatment was effective, strong opposition by an agency scientific advisory committee in June and allegations of missing adverse event data and research bias may have doomed the application by Lykos Therapeutics.

362

362

The Pharmacist

AUGUST 9, 2024

NHS Covid-19 vaccinations will be offered to 'frontline health and social care staff', including pharmacists and staff and volunteers working on the Covid-19 vaccination service, the government has confirmed. And patients aged over 65, care home residents and patients who are pregnant or in a clinical at-risk group will be eligible for the autumn booster, […] The post Pharmacists eligible for Covid vaccination, government confirms appeared first on The Pharmacist.

Vaccines 108

Vaccines 108

BioPharma Dive

AUGUST 8, 2024

Sales of the in-demand obesity drug crested $1 billion in the second quarter as improved Lilly production helped the company fulfill wholesaler backorders.

117

117

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.

Pharmaceutical Commerce

AUGUST 8, 2024

In this part of his Pharma Commerce video interview, Michael Rowe, Two Labs’ Senior Director of DSCSA/Serialization Compliance Services, discusses the state of affairs surrounding the Drug Supply Chain Security Act, along with opportunities for improvement.

105

105

STAT

AUGUST 8, 2024

Since its emergence in 2020, Covid has jumbled the list of the 10 leading causes of deaths in the United States. It roared into third place in 2020 but has now fallen to 10th place, the National Center for Health Statistics reported Thursday.  Heart disease and cancer remained the first and second leading causes of death, followed by unintentional injuries as No. 3.

363

363

Pharmafile

AUGUST 6, 2024

Patients treated with tafamidis were associated with greater rates of survival compared with patients untreated with tafamidis. Walton Oaks, 6th August 2024 – Pfizer Ltd today announced publication of real-world results from a cohort of the longitudinal, observational Phase 4 THAOS (Transthyretin Amyloidosis Outcomes Survey) study evaluating survival rates among patients with transthyretin cardiac amyloidosis (ATTR-CM) treated […] The post New Real-World Data Published in Journal of Cardia

105

105

BioPharma Dive

AUGUST 8, 2024

After months of supply strains, Lilly has begun to catch up with demand. Consumers may still need to wait for their prescriptions to be filled, however.

117

117

Advertisement

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.

pharmaphorum

AUGUST 5, 2024

Learn how to effectively harmonise global content strategies with local needs in the pharmaceutical market. Understand the unique challenges in the life science industry and how to measure success with relevant KPIs.

114

114

STAT

AUGUST 7, 2024

If the first CRISPR decade was marked by a mad dash to evolve, engineer, and mine the bacterial universe for more and better genome-editing enzymes, so far the second seems to be all about three words: “Delivery. Delivery. Delivery.” Gene-editing technologies hold huge promise for treating hundreds, even thousands of inherited diseases.

Packaging 355

Packaging Immunization Immunity Vaccines 355

Med Ed 101

AUGUST 4, 2024

Carbamazepine auto-induction is a popular Board Exam question and is a term I learned in pharmacy school but I never remember being taught what that means clinically and how to monitor the auto-induction period effectively. Indications Matter I want to discuss indications first and foremost. There are recommended drug concentrations when carbamazepine is being used […] The post Carbamazepine Auto-Induction And What To Do About It appeared first on Med Ed 101.

105

105

BioPharma Dive

AUGUST 7, 2024

Quarterly revenue from Ozempic and Wegovy missed Wall Street estimates by about 9%, concerning some analysts and causing a stock sell-off costing the Danish drugmaker tens of billions in market value.

107

107

Advertisement

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.

Pharmacy Management

The Pharmacist

AUGUST 8, 2024

The shortage of blood stocks, particularly group O red cells, remains acute, and the NHS’s amber alert remains in place. Pharmacies have a role to play in encouraging more blood donors, says Dr Avinash Hari Narayanan, clinical lead at the London Medical Laboratory The NHS continues to appeal for people with O-type blood to donate, […] The post Pharmacies can play a vital role in encouraging blood donations appeared first on The Pharmacist.

106

106

STAT

AUGUST 8, 2024

Where you live has a relationship to your odds of getting cancer and surviving cancer. Epidemiologists studying this link they see in the data have focused on so-called social determinants of health — poor access to transportation, for example, could make it harder for residents to see a doctor. Places lacking grocery stores with fresh food could mean worse nutrition for locals.

Grocery Stores 363

Grocery Stores 363

Express Pharma

AUGUST 8, 2024

Merck announced the discontinuation of the Phase 3 KeyVibe-008 trial based on the recommendation of an independent Data Monitoring Committee (DMC). The trial is evaluating the investigational fixed-dose combination (coformulation) of vibostolimab, an anti-TIGIT antibody, and pembrolizumab (KEYTRUDA), Merck’s anti-PD-1 therapy, in combination with chemotherapy compared to atezolizumab in combination with chemotherapy, for the first-line treatment of patients with extensive-stage small cell lung c

Chemotherapy 104

Chemotherapy Immunization Immunity 104

BioPharma Dive

AUGUST 7, 2024

Executives at Amgen had few updates on their drug MariTide, but defended what they see as the once-monthly shot’s competitive profile.

120

120

pharmaphorum

AUGUST 8, 2024

Discover why pharmaceutical companies are trusted less than a waiter, but more than a pilot, and explore the role of Patient Advocacy Groups (PAGs) in shaping trust in the pharmaceutical industry.

Pharmaceutical Companies 110

Pharmaceutical Companies Pharmaceutical Companies 110