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Reports patients trying to access Pharmacy First early

The Pharmacist

Community pharmacies have had to turn patients away who thought that new pharmacy services announced this week were already available, leaders in the sector have told. On Tuesday, NHS England announced that a nationally funded Pharmacy First service will be launched in England before the end of 2023, subject to consultation. National newspaper headlines heralded […] The post Reports patients trying to access Pharmacy First early appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Insulin prices have dropped — will Civica still be a disrupter in the field?

PharmaVoice

The nonprofit generics maker still sees a need for low-cost insulin despite recent moves by major drugmakers to slash the prices of their popular products.

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FDA panel votes in favor of the first-ever over-the-counter birth control pill

STAT

In a highly significant move, a panel of independent experts on Wednesday voted unanimously that the Food and Drug Administration should approve the first over-the-counter birth control bill, a recommendation that holds the potential to transform the way contraception is delivered in the United States. After nearly two days of deliberations, the FDA advisory panel weighed a gamut of data and analyses to assess whether the pill — which was first approved as a prescription medicine decades

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Cambridge University receives first synthesized DNA from Evonetix

Pharma Times

Transfer marks start of vital development stage as company expands its range of synthesized DNA

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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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Cancer vaccine from BioNTech, Roche shows potential in small study

BioPharma Dive

The companies’ personalized shot generated tumor-specific T cells that researchers hope could help prevent pancreatic cancer from returning after surgery.

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Opinion: The amoxicillin shortage continues to force pediatricians and families to scramble

STAT

“S o, you don’t have it in liquid form?” I asked. The answer, as usual, was no. I hung up the phone and sighed.

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BioNTech’s RNA vaccine sparks potential in pancreatic cancer

Pharmaceutical Technology

Results published in Nature for a personalised pancreatic cancer vaccine that uses neoantigens from patients’ tumours have lent further support to early positive signals. The vaccine, developed by BioNTech, led to half of the patients with pancreatic cancer in the Phase I trial remaining cancer-free 18 months later. In the study, 16 patients were treated with a vaccine called autogene cevumeran that contained a maximum of 20 neoantigens, alongside Roche’s anti-PD-L1 immunotherapy Tecentriq (atez

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NHS in Scotland receives Pfizer's migraine treatment

Pharma Times

Patients living with the debilitating impacts of migraine attacks will be able to access Vydura

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How pharma’s rocky real estate market has changed — for better and worse

PharmaVoice

Whether you’re looking to build a new site or expand lab space, here are the biggest trends impacting life sciences real estate.

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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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“I don’t see this as an end to the pandemic”: Ashish Jha on the end of Covid public health emergency

STAT

On the eve of the expiration date for the federally declared coronavirus public health emergency , White House Covid-19 Response Coordinator Ashish Jha warned that the pandemic is far from over. “I don’t see this as an end to the pandemic or fighting Covid,” Jha said at a STAT event in Boston on Wednesday. “I see this as a transition out of this emergency phase into a very different phase.

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FDA panel narrowly backs approval of Sarepta’s Duchenne gene therapy

BioPharma Dive

Advisers voted 8-6 in favor of an accelerated approval despite uncertainty around the treatment’s benefit. The agency is set to make a final decision by May 29.

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NHS stats prompt NHS Confederation response

Pharma Times

Confederation responds to generally positive statistics, including cancer backlog drop

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This ‘hot-blooded’ CEO is aiming to transform the way burn victims heal

PharmaVoice

Cutiss CEO Daniela Marino is funneling her bold personality and expertise in regenerative medicine into a startup developing bioengineered skin grafts.

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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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STAT+: EQRx abandons business plan around drug pricing, cuts jobs and programs

STAT

EQRx, a company that aimed to lower drug prices by introducing inexpensive me-too medicines, said Tuesday that it has abandoned that plan and is laying off nearly 60% of its workforce. The company’s original business plan was to create new medicines in the same categories as high-priced cancer and specialty drugs and to sell them at lower prices through a “global buyers club” that included insurers and hospitals.

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Diversity and Representation in Pharmacy

Pharmacy Is Right For Me

Pharmacy is an ever-evolving field that offers great career opportunities for people of all backgrounds. However, for people of color, there are some unique benefits to consider. Diversity in pharmacy is important for increasing representation in the field. Diversity is essential in any industry, and the pharmacy field is no exception. As a pharmacist, you’re a vital member of the healthcare team and your role in patient care is critical.

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European Commission green lights Servier’s Tibsovo

Pharma Times

Treatment concerns patients with IDH1-mutated acute myeloid leukaemia and IDH1-mutated cholangiocarcinoma

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Led by the Pfizer-Seagen deal, ADCs are starting to ‘take center stage’

PharmaVoice

Antibody-drug conjugates got a major boost with the megamerger of Pfizer and Seagen, and experts believe they will continue to be an important catalyst in biopharma.

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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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Rare-disease doctors support expanded newborn genomic screening, survey finds

STAT

Plummeting costs of DNA sequencing technologies are injecting urgency into the longstanding debate over whether to dive deeper into the genomes of more infants — even apparently healthy ones. Experts are divided about how helpful DNA sequencing data really are. The tests often identify mutations that raise someone’s risk of developing a condition, but don’t necessarily cause the disease.

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Can GLP-1 obesity therapy restore NK cell function?

European Pharmaceutical Review

NK cell functionality was restored in participants following gold-standard pharmacological obesity GLP-1 analogue treatment, according to a study published in Obesity. This may contribute to the benefits reported with these medications in people with obesity, the data showed. Reducing the risk of cancer in obese individuals Boosting function of NK cells Previous research has found that people with obesity are at higher risk for developing cancer.

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First patient dosed in pivotal CureVac flu vaccine study

Pharma Times

Modified influenza vaccine candidates have been developed in collaboration with GSK

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Woman of the Week: Reneo Pharmaceuticals’ Ashley Hall

PharmaVoice

After ushering a blockbuster to market, the chief development officer is channeling her experience into the rare disease space.

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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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STAT+: How the FDA’s pandemic flexibilities boosted mental health apps — and what happens now

STAT

In April 2020, the Food and Drug Administration announced a pandemic enforcement policy allowing mental health app developers to release certain treatment products without seeking authorization from the agency. With the end of the official public health emergency, companies that did so will now need to submit the products for FDA clearance and have them pass an early stage of review by early November — or remove the products from the market.

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FDA staff skeptical of Sarepta’s Duchenne gene therapy, documents show

BioPharma Dive

Sarepta has not provided “unambiguous evidence” its treatment can help patients, agency scientists wrote in documents released ahead of a crucial Friday advisory committee meeting.

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Ariceum and UCB link up to take on immune-related diseases

Pharma Times

The companies will use proprietary technology to enable the discovery of peptide-radioisotope conjugates

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3 key FDA approval trends this year

PharmaVoice

Although approvals are off to a slow start in oncology, the agency has been living in the fast lane for neurological disorders and more.

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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.