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Alcohol is driving a half-dozen types of cancer in the U.S., study finds

STAT

Alcohol has long been classified as a cancer-causing substance, but a study out Thursday gives a clearer sense of just how many cancer cases and deaths may be driven by drinking.  Researchers from the American Cancer Society and International Agency for Research on Cancer estimate 40% of all cancer cases in the United States in people 30 and up were due to “potentially modifiable risk factors,” including cigarette smoking, physical inactivity, consumption of processed meat, vi

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Pfizer research chief Dolsten to step down, with company at a crossroads

PharmaVoice

The company has begun searching for a successor to Dolsten, who oversaw more than 35 drug and vaccine approvals alongside notable setbacks during his time as Pfizer’s top scientist.

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Pfizer thinks it found its obesity pill

BioPharma Dive

Far behind companies like Novo and Eli Lilly, Pfizer hopes the version of the drug, danuglipron, that it’s chosen to advance can break into the ultra-lucrative market for weight-loss medicines.

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Bill that would cut down ‘patent thickets’ clears Senate

pharmaphorum

The US Senate has come together to pass a bill that aims to prevent pharma companies from filing multiple patents around biologic drugs as a way to delay biosimilar competitors.Lawmakers unanimously passed the Affordable Prescriptions for Patients Act of 2023 (S-150), which is part of a lengthening list of measures being taken by Congress to curb the prices of medicines in the US.

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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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Opinion: Doctors ‘overprescribing’ opioids isn’t the cause of the overdose epidemic — and it never was

STAT

A key part of the federal government’s narrative about the epidemic of addiction and overdose deaths in the U.S. has been that it is driven by doctors and other clinicians overprescribing opioid painkillers. That story line is false — and was never true. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has traditionally relied on death certificate data compiled by the National Center for Health Statistics for its data on overdose deaths, organized as Underlying Cause of Death data us

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BMS’ long-standing leukemia blockbuster stares down its first generic

PharmaVoice

Patent disputes in the U.S. and abroad have opened the door to new generics ready for launch as soon as September for BMS’ Sprycel.

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Why India must legalise and regulate hemp products

Express Pharma

The hemp industry in India is expanding rapidly, but there are several obstacles standing in its way. These include strict rules and regulations and a lot of misinformation. The sector can only flourish if the government provides backing in the form of legalisation and awareness campaigns on hemp and its products. Focusing on sustainable development and a defined course of action will establish India as a leader in the global hemp market and encourage ethical practices.

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Opinion: Preparing schools for the H5N1 bird flu they’re likely to face

STAT

As Covid-19 swept across the United States, schools were among the most highly affected public spaces. To prepare for a potential H5N1 avian influenza jump to humans, schools need to be preparing for the scenario now before a sustained transmission event occurs. The response to Covid-19, which first appeared in the U.S. in early 2020, has been scrutinized by numerous case studies, after-action reports , and Congressional fact-finding hearings.

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Could pharma’s blockbuster immunotherapies work in dogs?

PharmaVoice

Vetigenics believes it’s found a way to make pricey antibody-based technologies more accessible for animals.

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Lilly to buy Morphic in $3B bet on inflammation drug

BioPharma Dive

The deal would hand Lilly an experimental pill that could one day rival Takeda's blockbuster medicine Entyvio as a treatment for inflammatory bowel disease.

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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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Turning pilots into production: How to create, scale, and succeed with GenAI

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Learn how to successfully transition pilots into production with GenAI in the pharmaceutical industry. Discover strategies to create, scale, and achieve success with this innovative technology.

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Medicaid is paying millions for salty, fat-laden ‘medically tailored’ cheeseburgers and sandwiches

STAT

WASHINGTON – They’re marketed as healthy, “dietitian-approved” meals and delivered directly to the homes of people seriously ill from cancer, diabetes, or heart disease: a Jimmy Dean frozen sausage breakfast sandwich, biscuits and gravy, a cheeseburger. These are among the offerings sold by an Idaho-based company, Homestyle Direct, which is paid millions of dollars each year by taxpayer-funded state Medicaid programs to deliver what the company calls medically tailore

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The FDA pushes concrete plans to further diversity in clinical trials

PharmaVoice

The long-awaited guidance offers a more detailed road map for pharma.

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AbbVie appoints new Chief Scientific Officer

European Pharmaceutical Review

Dr Roopal Thakkar has been appointed as Executive Vice President, Research & Development and Chief Scientific Officer of AbbVie. He is the company ’s current Senior Vice President, Chief Medical Officer, Global Therapeutics. “As AbbVie’s Chief Scientific Officer, Dr Thakkar will continue to build momentum across discovery and all stages of development to fully realise the potential of our diverse pipeline.

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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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Ligand to buy Apeiron; Roche reports another TIGIT setback

BioPharma Dive

Acquiring Apeiron will hand Ligand rights to royalties on sales of the neuroblastoma drug Qarziba. Elsewhere, Aerovate said it’s considering strategic alternatives and CSL reported a notable milestone.

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The untold story of the Human Genome Project: How one man’s DNA became a pillar of genetics

STAT

STAT is co-publishing this investigation by Undark. They numbered 20 in all — 10 men and 10 women who came to a sprawling medical campus in downtown Buffalo, N.Y., to volunteer for what a news report had billed as “the world’s biggest science project.

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Meet Ketaki Patwardhan - from experiements with dad to excipients and manufacturing at Roquette

Outsourcing Pharma

Ketaki Patwardhan, a global technical developer at Roquette, has built a remarkable career in the pharmaceutical industry by leveraging her curiosity and passion for science.

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Discover Vitamin D3 Foods | A Comprehensive Guide

Welltopia Pharmacy

Vitamin D3 Foods play a crucial role in ensuring optimal health by providing a vital nutrient that supports bone strength, immune function, and overall well-being. Vitamin D3, also known as cholecalciferol, is one of the most crucial nutrients for maintaining optimal health.

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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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Wellbutrin XL Versus Bupropion SR – Insomnia Rates

Med Ed 101

JS is a 45 year-old male who has been taking bupropion SR 150 mg twice daily for about 4 weeks. He has been taking it for depression. He reports that depressive symptoms have started to improve but he does notice that he has a harder time getting to sleep and staying asleep since beginning the […] The post Wellbutrin XL Versus Bupropion SR – Insomnia Rates appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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STAT+: Troubled for-profit chains are stealthily operating dozens of psychiatric hospitals under nonprofits’ names

STAT

Come quickly, the Columbus Police sergeant urged, patients are in danger. The psychiatric hospital on the city’s east side may need to be shut down, he warned Ohio regulators. The officer, a 27-year veteran of the department, knew that sending the February letter was an unusual thing to do, but meetings with hospital leaders had gone nowhere, and he was at his wit’s end.

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Chromatography analysis for nitrosamine quantitation in pharmaceutical manufacturing water

European Pharmaceutical Review

Researchers have developed an ultrasensitive analytical method for quantifying nitrite quantity in process water for pharmaceutical products. The team tested various samples two ion chromatography analytical methods. This included a range of water types eg, purified and potable water, according to the paper. Kumar et al. explained that “accurate determination of nitrite content in process water will support an understanding of the potential for nitrosamine formation from nitrite in process water

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Francis Crick and ICL spinout raises £90m to clinically develop cancer treatments

Pharma Times

Myricx Bio’s therapies include treatments for breast, lung and colorectal cancer

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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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Top 3 Drugs That Change Urine Color

Med Ed 101

My pee is orange! What’s wrong with me? Medications can cause some goofy side effects. One of the most unique adverse effects is the change in urine color. In this blog post, I will outline my top 5 drugs that change urine color. Antibiotics That Change Urine Color Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic used for the […] The post Top 3 Drugs That Change Urine Color appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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Opinion: EcoHealth Alliance: Covid’s anti-science mob extracting its pound of flesh

STAT

Imagine this post-9/11 scenario: A New York City fire company is forced to shut down and lay off its firefighters because some Americans believe a bizarre conspiracy theory that this fire company brought down the World Trade Center towers. A Covid-19 version of this freakish tale is happening today. Instead of a fire company, the conspiracy gang is targeting an important, successful, decades-old nonprofit organization that researches viral epidemics and tries to predict and forestall future 

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A London biotech raises $114M to hone a new ADC payload

BioPharma Dive

Myricx Bio is developing a type of payload that it thinks could work in tumors resistant to the toxins contained in ADCs like Enhertu and Trodelvy.

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UK DRI and NHS collaborate on digitally enabled dementia care platform

Pharma Times

Around one in five dementia hospitalisations are due to potentially preventable causes

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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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Streeting looks to healthcare to provide economic boost for UK

The Pharmacist

The health sector can be a source of economic growth rather than government expenditure, according to new health and social care secretary Wes Streeting. Speaking at an event for the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, Mr Streeting said his ambition was to ‘end the begging bowl culture’ where the Department of Health and Social […] The post Streeting looks to healthcare to provide economic boost for UK appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Elmo and his friends are helping little kids (and grown-ups) with their ‘big feelings’ amid a mental health crisis

STAT

WASHINGTON — When Elmo asked “How is everybody doing?” back in January, he was not expecting the onslaught of stress, despair, and anxiety that hit his replies. “I’m just looking for somebody to talk to and show me some love if you know what I mean,” famous singer T-Pain wrote back to the red Muppet.

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How is the rise of GenAI changing the field of pharma medical writing?

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The rise of GenAI is revolutionising the field of pharma medical writing in biopharma. Explore how this innovative technology is transforming the industry and its impact on medical writing practices.

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SMC accepts Boehringer/Lilly’s Jardiance for CKD within NHS Scotland

Pharma Times

The serious, progressive kidney disease affects nearly 850 million people worldwide

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US FDA declines to approve Novo Nordisk’s weekly insulin

Express Pharma

The US Food and Drug Administration has declined to approve Novo Nordisk’s weekly insulin in patients with diabetes, the Danish drugmaker said on Wednesday. The health regulator in its so-called “complete response letter” sought more information related to the manufacturing process and the type 1 diabetes indication to complete the review, Novo said.

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