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‘Concern is real’ about long Covid’s impact on Americans and disability claims, report says

STAT

The Covid pandemic has been called a “mass-disabling event” since early on — the kind of once-in-a-generation public health crisis that could shape millions of people’s lives forever. But while more people self-identified as disabled since the pandemic began, applications for disability benefits have stayed level, according to data from the Social Security Administration.

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Regenerative cell therapy biotech uses IPO to blast into human trials

PharmaVoice

Bucking conventional fundraising, FibroBiologics’ CEO Pete O’Heeron explains why the biotech company bet on themselves in the public market.

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Boehringer Ingelheim’s survodutide shows promise in liver fibrosis treatment

Pharma Times

Phase 2 trial reveals significant improvement in MASH patients

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PulmCrit: MidaKet for procedural sedation in critical illness

EMCrit Project

intro: the challenge of procedural sedation in critical illness Procedural sedation for critically ill patients is a minefield for several reasons: Patients are already physiologically unstable. Procedures are emergent (a factor widely associated with greater complications). Time constraints often prevent a complete pre-anesthetic evaluation (e.g., medical history and laboratory studies may be unknown).

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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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Finland to offer bird flu vaccine to select groups of people, a possible global first

STAT

LONDON — Finland is preparing to offer vaccines to people at risk of exposure to an avian influenza strain spreading among farmed and wild animals, health officials there said, potentially becoming the first country to take such a step as concerns about the threat the virus poses to people intensify. The vaccine campaign will be limited, with doses set to be available to groups including poultry farmers, veterinarians, scientists who study the virus, and people who work on fur farms housi

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Alchemab receives funding boost for Parkinson’s research

Pharma Times

Innovative antibody discovery could lead to new Parkinson’s treatments

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In review of Lilly Alzheimer’s drug, FDA staff focus on safety, patient selection

BioPharma Dive

The agency is seeking input from an advisory panel on whether donanemab is effective across different groups of Alzheimer's patients, and on an unusual dosing strategy used by Lilly.

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These are the bird flu questions that influenza and animal scientists desperately want answered

STAT

Ten weeks after government scientists discovered that H5N1 bird flu was sickening dairy cattle in the United States, many of the mysteries surrounding what is happening on affected farms remain just that. Widespread reluctance on the part of farmers to allow scientists — government or otherwise — onto their premises to study spread of the virus among infected cows has created a frustrating lack of understanding of the dynamics of this outbreak.

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Merck and Moderna’s cancer vaccine snags a clinical win in a field decades old

PharmaVoice

Cancer vaccines are taking off in the clinic, and a partnership between Merck and Moderna is at the forefront of a new wave of immunotherapy.

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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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Resolution unveils data for liver disease treatment at EASL 2024

Pharma Times

Extended phase 2 study highlights macrophage cell therapy’s efficacy

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After ‘sobering’ FDA panel, psychedelics supporters wonder what’s next

BioPharma Dive

A vote against MDMA-assisted therapy set back a high-profile treatment. Proponents argue the panel offered few solutions to longstanding problems, making the path forward unclear.

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Opinion: 100,000 models show that not much was learned about stopping the Covid-19 pandemic

STAT

In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, scientists and public health institutions made bold claims about the effectiveness of various policy responses such as closing schools and banning public gatherings. These claims shaped government responses and had enormous effects on the lives of billions of people around the world. Are those claims supported by data?

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In an era of big patent losses, drug launches need years of runway

PharmaVoice

Jim Lang, CEO of Eversana, explains the shifting commercial environment and how past drug launch failures are informing the future.

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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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Serac’s imaging agent marks a breakthrough in endometriosis detection

Pharma Times

Early-stage endometriosis now visible through non-invasive imaging

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FDA panel votes against MDMA therapy for PTSD, citing muddy data and safety concerns

BioPharma Dive

A group of independent experts wasn't convinced by clinical trial data from company Lykos Therapeutics, which is seeking FDA approval of MDMA-assisted treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder.

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A new discovery about carbon dioxide is challenging decades-old ventilation doctrine

STAT

Carbon dioxide monitors have been around for decades. But in 2020, they became, almost overnight, a hot commodity. All of a sudden, people wanted them to help assess the safety of indoor spaces — to gauge the likelihood of breathing in coronavirus-laced particles that until very recently had been in someone else’s lungs. No sensor can monitor how many infectious aerosols are swirling around us in real time.

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A ‘widening gap’ in access to new cancer meds drives efforts from City of Hope and Bristol Myers

PharmaVoice

Cancer care is improving so quickly that receiving newer medications can be difficult — City of Hope’s wide oncology network and a 10-year commitment from Bristol Myers Squibb offer some solutions.

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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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Sanofi’s Sarclisa shows significant promise in treating myeloma

Pharma Times

Phase 3 research suggests a significant leap forward in myeloma management

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Statin tops NHS prescribing once again as total number of items continues to increase

The Pharmacist

Atorvastatin was once again the most dispensed chemical substance by community pharmacies in England last year, while the number of items dispensed has continued to increase year on year since 2020/21. Cardiovascular drugs accounted for 30% of all items prescribed by the NHS in the UK and dispensed in the community in England 2023/24, according […] The post Statin tops NHS prescribing once again as total number of items continues to increase appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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STAT+: Student group that ranked med schools over industry conflicts votes to accept pharma funding

STAT

An organization devoted to educating future doctors about conflicts of interest will now accept industry funding due to financial stress, prompting outrage from former members who argue the decision will undermine its mission. In a little-noticed move, the American Medical Student Association board recently approved an emergency resolution to accept money from drug and device makers, as well as health insurers, so long as funding does not exceed 25% of its operating budget.

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After two Big Pharma deals, Nimbus looks to keep the hits coming

PharmaVoice

With the billion-dollar-plus deals under its belt with Gilead and Takeda, the biotech’s CEO explains where the company is going next.

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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 UCL-developed immunotherapy shows promising results in treating bone cancer

Pharma Times

Bone cancer affects more than 150,000 people in the UK and is often resistant to chemotherapy

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[Podcast] The Power of Persistence: From Biotech Incubator to Product Launch

BioPharma Dive

How can small and mid-sized biotech companies better manage pharmacovigilance during clinical trials? Listen to the podcast to learn how strategic alliances are helping.

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STAT+: Tracking the FDA advisory panel on MDMA therapy for PTSD

STAT

Good morning, and welcome to STAT’s live blog of the Food and Drug Administration’s scientific advisory committee meeting to review safety and efficacy data for MDMA-assisted psychotherapy to treat post-traumatic stress disorder. The discussion will start at 8:30 a.m. ET and run until about 5:30 p.m. ( here’s an agenda ). We published an in-depth story on Friday about what to expect today , but here are the basics: MDMA is the first Schedule I psychedelic to be considered by

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Pharmacogenomics and IVDR: Overcoming transition challenges

pharmaphorum

Understanding the challenges and opportunities in transitioning to IVDR for pharmacogenomics can be complex. Learn more about how to overcome these challenges effectively.

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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.