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How patient-on-a-chip tech could be the future of drug discovery

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Testing drug compounds on a chip designed to mimic human organs sounds closer to science fiction than reality, yet the technology already exists and is already being put to use. Ben Hargreaves discovers how the technology could provide more accurate safety predictions and even discover new treatments. The limits of animal models in drug discovery are well known.

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University launches hub for pregnant women with pre-existing medical conditions

Pharma Times

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals Foundation Trust opens centre to increase survival rate among pregnant women managing other conditions

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DrugPatentWatch named “Best of the Web” by Genetic Engineering News

Drug Patent Watch

DrugPatentWatch has been named to Genetic Engineering News‘ Best of the Web list. The review by Genetic Engineering News profile highlighted the “new training modules designed to help you find…. The post DrugPatentWatch named “Best of the Web” by Genetic Engineering News appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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US pharma hubs: The rising stars to watch

Outsourcing Pharma

CPhI North America 2022 host city Philadelphia is set to become one of the worldâs biggest cell and gene therapy manufacturing hubs. But itâs just one of many centers of innovation that are helping drive the US pharma and biopharma industry.

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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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Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison leads $21.5m round for Imagene AI

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Israeli cancer diagnosis startup Imagene AI has raised $21.5 million in first-round financing for its cancer diagnosis platform based digitised imaging of biopsy samples. The Series A – led by Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison and fellow investors Dr David Ahus and Zebra Medical Vision founder Eyal Gura – includes $3 million in seed funding from venture capital firm Blumberg Capital.

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WHO recommends Veklury for high-risk patients

Pharma Times

WHO have stated that Veklury recommendation is being updated following compelling new evidence of hospital reductions

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Deadly Venom From Spiders and Snakes May Also Cure What Ails You

NY Times

Efforts to tease apart the vast swarm of proteins in venom — a field called venomics — have burgeoned in recent years, leading to important drug discoveries.

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UK study finds evidence for brain fog after severe COVID

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Cognitive problems affecting memory and attention can be substantial and long-lasting in patients who suffer severe COVID-19 infections, according to a study by researchers in the UK. The study used computerised cognitive assessments to follow-up 46 people who were hospitalised with COVID-19 at the Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge over a three-month period in 2020, comparing the results with 460 matched control subjects.

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Byondis and Medac link up to commercialise trastuzumab duocarmazine

Pharma Times

Byondis and Medac have entered into a license and collaboration agreement for form of targeted chemotherapy

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Continuous manufacturing adoption continues to rise: Pharmatech

Outsourcing Pharma

An expert from Pharmatech Associates offers a glimpse into the evolution of CM and previews a lively discussion during the upcoming CPhI North America event.

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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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DCI’s Top 15 Specialty Pharmacies of 2021—And Three Factors That Will Reshape 2022

Drug Channels

In Drug Channels Institute’s list of the top 15 pharmacies of 2021 , we show that central-fill, mail pharmacies operated by large PBMs and health insurers have displaced retail chains as the largest prescription drug dispensers by revenues. To complement that broader ranking, we present below our exclusive and updated list of the top 15 pharmacies based on specialty drug dispensing revenues in 2021.

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Studying inequities throughout the pandemic

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Alain Labrique, PhD, professor and associate chair of research at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (JHSPH) and chair of the World Health Organization (WHO) digital health guidelines development group discusses with us the ongoing research study, National Pandemic Pulse, he and his colleagues are performing in the US. Using comprehensive, repeat surveys deployed across the US population, Labrique and fellow researchers at JHSPH are measuring disparities and inequities due to COVID

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Farxiga demonstrates success in preserved ejection fraction trial

Pharma Times

DELIVER represents the largest ever trial to address heart failure with preserved ejection fraction

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Survey: industry leaders looking to shore up pharma supply chain

Outsourcing Pharma

According to the 2022 EY CEO survey, life science executives are seeking to build resilience into their supply chains and dive into M&A opportunities.

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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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Fuad El-Hibri, Who Led a Troubled Vaccine Maker, Dies at 64

NY Times

His company, Emergent BioSolutions, won a lucrative contract to produce Covid vaccines but then had to throw out millions of contaminated doses.

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4 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Ignore CDISC Data Standards

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A quick recap: Who are CDISC and what do they do? The Clinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium (CDISC) is a non-profit organization that aims to maximise the impact of clinical research data by establishing and promoting the use of data standards. Basically, these standards make clinical data easier to understand and interpret. “We develop and advance data standards of the highest quality to transform incompatible formats, inconsistent methodologies, and diverse perspectives into a power

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Isla Visual Record for Surveillance to aid post-surgery wound assessment

Pharma Times

Platform will enable patients to monitor and share updates of their post-surgical wound healing

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Next-generation data management calls for advanced tools: Saama

Outsourcing Pharma

A leader from the clinical technology company discusses some of the pain points in data collection and analysis, and tools that can help users level up.

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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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NeuroEMCrit – IVIG ?? PLEX

EMCrit Project

Which would you want?? The evidence may change your mind. EMCrit Project by Casey Albin.

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Idorsia is first to EU market with orexin insomnia drug

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Idorsia has become the first drugmaker in the EU to claim approval for a drug for chronic insomnia in the dual orexin receptor antagonist class, ahead of rival drugs from Merck & Co and Eisai. The new drug – Quviviq (daridorexant) – has been approved by the European Commission for adults who have been suffering insomnia for at least three months and are experiencing “considerable impact” on daytime functioning, according to the Swiss pharma company.

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Novartis Kymriah receives EC approval for lymphoma treatment

Pharma Times

Approval for Kymriah follows a positive CHMP opinion and is applicable to all 27 EU member states

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New patent expiration for Gw Res drug EPIDIOLEX

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for EPIDIOLEX Epidiolex is a drug marketed by Gw Res Ltd and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier. There are twenty-one…. The post New patent expiration for Gw Res drug EPIDIOLEX 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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Committed to Caring in the Community

Flip the Pharmacy

During a community outreach event, pharmacy students went to senior centers for brown bag medication reviews and blood pressure checks. The first year students (p1) were to take patients' blood pressures after the third year students (p3) conducted comprehensive medication reviews under a licensed pharmacist in the community and a fourth year pharmacy student (p4) for additional support.

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When diversity, equity and inclusion are more than just buzzwords

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Throughout my 30-year career, there have been many times it was obvious I stood out just because of my gender. I was often the only woman in the room, the meeting, or on the committee. Many colleagues had never worked with a woman leader before, let alone reported to a female boss. I’ve certainly faced barriers – sometimes literally. Exclusive behavior has many faces.

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Idorsia’s Quviviq approved for adults with chronic insomnia disorder

Pharma Times

The EC’s decision on the insomnia treatment was supported by phase 3 trial results

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Which pharmaceutical companies have the most aerosol dosed drugs?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most aerosol dosed drugs. For a different perspective, see the most popular dosage types. The companies with the most aerosol dosed drugs…. The post Which pharmaceutical companies have the most aerosol dosed drugs? 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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Own Your Outreach: Getting the Most Out of Your Pharmacy Marketing Efforts

EnlivenHealth

Author: Ryan Haddock, Content Marketing Strategist Marketing is all about reaching people. You find the people who need what you have, and you explain why they should get it from you in the simplest way possible. And if it were that easy, anyone could do it. However, as many independent pharmacists find out, there The post Own Your Outreach: Getting the Most Out of Your Pharmacy Marketing Efforts appeared first on Pharmacy Software Solutions | FDS.

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Fifth scientist convicted in GSK trade secrets case

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A scientist working in Switzerland has become the fifth person to be convicted of attempting to steal trade secrets from pharmaceutical group GlaxoSmithKline in a case that stretched back several years. Gongda Xue (52), a Chinese citizen formerly working at the Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research in Switzerland, has been found guilty of conspiracy to steal trade secrets in relation to medicines under development at GSK between January 2010 and January 2016.

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EC approval for post-steroid graft-versus-host treatment

Pharma Times

Jakavi treats a potentially life-threatening condition which often effects transplant patients

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New patent for Rvl Pharms drug UPNEEQ

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for UPNEEQ Upneeq is a drug marketed by Rvl Pharms and is included in one NDA. There are eight patents protecting this drug. This drug has…. The post New patent for Rvl Pharms drug UPNEEQ appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Overview of FDA Expedited Development and Approval Programs for Serious Conditions

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May 4, 2022 | Nathaniel DiTommaso, MS, Regulatory Affairs Manager. In May of 2014 and February of 2019 , the FDA released final Guidance for Industry outlining the Agency’s policies and procedures regarding expedited development and review programs for new drugs and biologics intended to treat serious or life-threatening conditions. Image courtesy of qimono at pixabay.com.