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Boehringer backs AI-powered anti-infective startup ArrePath

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A new company set up to use machine learning to find new anti-infective drugs – ArrePath – has launched onto the scene with $20 million in seed financing from a group of investors including the Boehringer Ingelheim Venture Fund. The Princeton, New Jersey-based startup will use the funding to develop its artificial intelligence and imaging based drug discovery platform, used to identify compounds with new and under-exploited mechanisms of action.

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Waiting times for cancer referrals highest on record

Pharma Times

93% of people suspected by GPs to have cancer should be seen by a specialist within two weeks but this has fallen to just 75%

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Which pharmaceutical companies have the most cream dosed drugs?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most cream dosed drugs. For a different perspective, see the most popular dosage types. The companies with the most cream dosed drugs…. The post Which pharmaceutical companies have the most cream dosed drugs? appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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The Top 15 U.S. Pharmacies of 2021: Market Shares and Revenues at the Biggest Companies

Drug Channels

Next week, Drug Channels Institute will release our 2022 Economic Report on U.S. Pharmacies and Pharmacy Benefit Managers. It’s the 13th edition of our popular and comprehensive examination of the entire drug pricing, reimbursement, and dispensing system. The exhibit below—one of 216 in our new report—provides a first look at the 15 largest organizations, ranked by total U.S. prescription dispensing revenues for calendar year 2021.

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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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Alliance aims to drive inclusivity in trials backed by digital devices

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A consortium led by the Digital Medicine Society (DiMe) has been set up to try to end inequities in access to clinical trials, focusing on the increasing number of studies that use digital devices to allow participation. The organisation has teamed up with drugmakers GlaxoSmithKline and Amgen as well as partners in the clinical research, patient engagement and data analytics sector on a project to develop the principles that can be used to make sure trials are designed from the ground up to allo

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SMC approval welcome news for breast cancer patients

Pharma Times

Trodelvy is accepted for use in mTNBC patients who have already received two or more systemic therapies

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Antibody Drug to Protect the Vulnerable From Covid Goes Unused

NY Times

The treatment could be lifesaving for many who cannot get protection from the vaccine, but confusion about the drug has made some doctors slow to prescribe it.

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Mallinckrodt pays $260m to settle kickback, rebate fraud charges

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Mallinckrodt’s liability problems in the US have been lightened slightly, after it agreed a $260 million deal to resolve allegations of Medicare rebate fraud and payment of illegal kickbacks. The Ireland-domiciled company was accused of illegally paying smaller drug rebates to Medicaid than were due, as well as using a charitable foundation to cover co-pays for its Acthar Gel (corticotropin) epilepsy treatment – which is not allowed under US law.

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Roche launches molecular system to increase diagnostic testing access

Pharma Times

Fully-automated molecular system with small footprint provides greater flexibility for laboratories without much space

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Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Norway?

Drug Patent Watch

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

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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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Four Things You Need to Know about Hubs in 2022

Drug Channels

Today’s guest post comes from Stacey Little, Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing at AssistRx. Stacey analyzes trends in patient support services and reimbursement hubs. Learn more about AssistRx’s specialty therapy initiation and patient support services at Asembia's Specialty Pharmacy Summit on May 2-5, 2022. Click here to schedule your meeting.

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Scenic Bio raises $31m for genetic modifier platform

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18 months after signing its first partnering deal with Genentech, Scenic Biotech has raised $31 million in first-round financing that it will use to take its own genetic modifier-targeted medicines into clinical trials. The Netherlands-based biotech, which is putting together a pipeline of genetic modifier drugs for cancer and rare diseases, said the new funding would also allow it to double its headcount to add clinical capabilities and move to a larger facility.

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UK COVID-19 cases rising among those aged 55 and older

Pharma Times

Certain areas in the UK have been experiencing a significant increase in COVID-19 cases in recent days

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Free Online Course on Drug Patents, Generic and Branded Drugs

Drug Patent Watch

DrugPatentWatch developed this course to help users better understand the complexities and common strategies around brand erosion and generic entry. The positive responses received made it apparent that the course…. The post Free Online Course on Drug Patents, Generic and Branded Drugs appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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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This Sedative Is Now a Go-To Drug for Executions. But Does It Work?

NY Times

A legal battle in Oklahoma over whether prisoners feel severe pain after being given the sedative, midazolam, will determine whether its use is constitutional.

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WHO announces international hub for mRNA vaccine training

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The World Health Organization (WHO) announced the opening of a global biomanufacturing hub located in South Korea to provide training to low- and middle-income countries seeking to produce vaccines and other biologics, such as insulin and monoclonal antibodies. . Vaccines are a powerful tool and crucial part of fighting diseases, such as tetanus, measles, meningitis, and, recently, COVID-19.

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Abivax reports promising rheumatoid arthritis results

Pharma Times

Treatment demonstrated a good safety profile in the overall patient population during the 12-week induction phase

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New patent for Abbvie Inc drug MAVYRET

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for MAVYRET Mavyret is a drug marketed by Abbvie Inc and is included in two NDAs. It is available from one supplier. There are seven patents…. The post New patent for Abbvie Inc drug MAVYRET appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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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Top Reasons to See a Chiropractor in Solana Beach CA

Pharma Mirror

As we get older, it becomes more challenging to take care of our bodies. Injuries, aches, and pains are more likely to occur. To combat aging, it’s smart to invest in your physical health. One of the primary ways that people stay healthy in California is by receiving chiropractic care. A chiropractor in Solana Beach CA can help you maintain your health while avoiding future injuries.

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bluebird says future uncertain as delays to gene therapies bite

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As bluebird bio struggles to get its gene therapies over the finishing line, the company says its financial position raises “substantial doubt” about its ability to continue as a going concern. The biotech is sitting on around $442 million in liquid assets, but is expecting its cash burn in 2022 to be around $400 million, having recorded a net operating loss of $563 million last year.

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The NHS: Prevention, Personalisation and Performance

Pharma Times

The government’s planned ‘Road to Recovery’ will have a new focus on prevention

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New patent for Ironshore Pharms drug JORNAY PM

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for JORNAY+PM Jornay Pm is a drug marketed by Ironshore Pharms and is included in one NDA. There are thirteen patents protecting this drug. JORNAY PM…. The post New patent for Ironshore Pharms drug JORNAY PM appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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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Japan tops CPhI ‘API Quality’ ranking for second year

Pharma Mirror

Digital meetings driving international partnering at CPhI Japan as companies search for ingredients suppliers Tokyo: CPhI Japan 2022 returns as a SMART event – with live exhibition at the Big Sight Exhibition Center in Tokyo (20-22 April) alongside an online networking platform – as CPhI data[1] confirms the country continues to top global ‘API quality’ rankings, with Japanese respondents bullish on growth in 2022 forecasting a CAGR of 14% on average.

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Sanofi, Sobi eye filings for once-weekly haemophilia A therapy

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Sanofi and Sobi’s haemophilia partnership has been under competitive pressure from new therapies like Roche’s antibody Hemlibra, so the two companies are hoping a new long-acting drug candidate can revitalise the franchise. New phase 3 data on efanesoctocog alfa (also known as BIVV001) has met its objectives in a phase 3 study, providing protection from bleeding episodes in patients with haemophilia A with once-weekly dosing.

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Gene team supports therapies for previously untreatable brain regions

Pharma Times

Novartis and Voyager Therapeutics announce partnership to develop gene therapies for neurological disorders

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New patent for Boehringer Ingelheim drug GILOTRIF

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for GILOTRIF Gilotrif is a drug marketed by Boehringer Ingelheim and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier. There are five patents…. The post New patent for Boehringer Ingelheim drug GILOTRIF appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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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Emmes Acquires Casimir, Its Fourth Major Acquisition

Pharma Mirror

Casimir Further Differentiates Emmes’ Industry-Leading Rare Disease Research Capabilities Rockville, MD, March 10, 2022 – Emmes, a global, full-service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) dedicated to supporting the advancement of public health and biopharmaceutical innovation, today announced that it has acquired Casimir, a U.S.-based CRO. Casimir has experience in more than 20 rare diseases and has worked with regulators, sponsors and patients to develop outcome measures that capture the nuan

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IWD: Spotlight on women in life sciences

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To celebrate International Women’s Day, we speak to design engineer at Envair Technology Darina Shopova; managing director, UK & ROI at Healthcare Business of Merck Doina Ionescu; and vice president of clinical development, medical, and regulatory affairs, Novo Nordisk UK Avideh Nazeri about their careers, how their field is progressing and how the industry can encourage more women and girls to pursue roles in STEM.

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First treatment for adults across full spectrum of chronic heart failure

Pharma Times

Largest unmet need in cardiovascular medicine finally receives approved therapy

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Enabling Medication Adherence & Supporting Patients

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Trying to self-manage complex medication regimens can be overwhelming for patients and affect their medication adherence. Now add in high co-pays that prevent patients from accessing their prescribed medications and you have further complicated an already complex situation. With drug manufacturers developing new and innovative medications to treat chronic diseases, it’s estimated that 65% of newly launched medicines within the next 4 years will be specialty medications (1).

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Common Risks of Working as a Healthcare Professional

Pharma Mirror

The healthcare professions are rewarding, stimulating, prestigious, and lucrative. Few other professionals can say that their daily task is to save lives. The post Common Risks of Working as a Healthcare Professional appeared first on Pharma Mirror Magazine.

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