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Opinion: Noah Lyles’ collapse with Covid: How not to manage health at the Olympics

STAT

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.

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Pharma execs react to final drug price negotiations with Medicare

PharmaVoice

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.

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Study reveals AI insights can predict development of disease a decade in advance

Pharma Times

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

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Biotech Red Queen launches with $55M to build versatile antivirals

BioPharma Dive

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

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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 slightly increases risk bird flu could cause a pandemic in latest assessment

STAT

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.

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Study reveals genetic variants are more common in Parkinson’s disease patients

Pharma Times

The study revealed that 13% of patients have a genetic form of the neurological disease

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Roche licenses Sangamo’s technology for another shot at Alzheimer’s drugs

BioPharma Dive

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.

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FDA approves EpiPen alternative, a nasal spray for anaphylaxis

STAT

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.

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Pfizer, GSK and Moderna execs remain optimistic about RSV vaccines despite CDC blowback

PharmaVoice

An advisory committee’s age group recommendations look like a major setback, but executives are painting a rosier picture.

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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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KCL and UCL scientists develop accurate AI brain imaging model for research

Pharma Times

In the UK, there are an estimated 11 million people living with a neurological condition

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Embracing innovation to drive clinical change in UK stroke care

pharmaphorum

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.

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FDA rejects MDMA as a psychedelic treatment for PTSD

STAT

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.

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In a Duchenne market beset by problems, Capricor data marks a bright spot

PharmaVoice

The company’s cell therapy recently showed positive results from a mid-stage trial.

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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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Researchers develop ‘magnetic vine robots’ to transform cancer treatment

Pharma Times

Lung cancer accounts for an estimated two million global diagnoses and 1.

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With pharma in ‘catbird seat,’ biotechs get less upfront in drug partnerships

BioPharma Dive

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.

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STAT+: How UnitedHealth turned a questionable artery-screening program into a gold mine

STAT

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.

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Roche licenses Sangamo’s technology for another shot at Alzheimer’s drugs

PharmaVoice

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.

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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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ETH Zurich researchers reveal how colorectal cancer cells colonise the liver

Pharma Times

Bowel cancer, the third most common cancer type worldwide, is the second most common cause of cancer death

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In tone-setting verdict, FDA rejects MDMA as a therapy aid for PTSD

BioPharma Dive

The decision to turn down an application from Lykos Therapeutics comes at a pivotal time for psychedelics research, which, after decades of dismissal, has recently gained momentum.

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Scientists are starting to uncover how neighborhood can affect the biology of cancer

STAT

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.

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A biotech dousing ‘fires’ in the brain that plagued a bestselling author

PharmaVoice

Arialys Therapeutics is developing a preclinical treatment for a rare autoimmune encephalitis that mimics psychosis.

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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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New study reveals certain bacteria are toxic for head and neck cancer

Pharma Times

Head and neck cancer is currently recognised as the sixth most common cancer globally

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mRNA technologies: Looking beyond COVID vaccines

pharmaphorum

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

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As Covid deaths drop, heart disease and cancer remain leading causes of death

STAT

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.

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Autobahn’s road to a breakthrough depression treatment is paved with high-profile investors

PharmaVoice

The biotech boasts some Big Pharma backers that drove a $100 million fundraising effort in July to take its depression drug into a mid-stage study.

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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.