Pharma Times

JULY 27, 2021

Study in adolescents met it primary endpoint, successfully bridging immune responses to those observed in an efficacy study in adults

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pharmaphorum

JULY 26, 2021

You’ve had your two COVID-19 jabs, but are you actually protected against infection? That’s a question that a fingerprick test launched today in the UK and Ireland could help to answer. The test – originally developed by US manufacturer Chembio Diagnostics – has been introduced into the UK and Irish markets by Guilford-based Luas Diagnostics and tests for the presence of SARS-CoV-2-targeting antibodies in the blood.

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Outsourcing Pharma

JULY 27, 2021

A recent check-in with several biopharma and CRO companies, conducted by Life Science Strategy Group, indicates adjustment to pandemic-related challenges.

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Eye on FDA

JULY 29, 2021

In the face of a crisis situation, it is a given that the clarity and thoroughness of the communications response is key to resolving the issue and mitigating any reputational damage. Perhaps no other decision by the Food and Drug Administration has garnered as much controversy, as the recent one to authorize the accelerated approval a new treatment for Alzheimer’s.

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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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Pharma Times

JULY 26, 2021

Eight weeks between doses is the 'sweet spot' according to researchers

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pharmaphorum

JULY 26, 2021

The most complete database of protein structures ever assembled, developed with the help of Google’s artificial intelligence unit DeepMind, has been made freely available to researchers around the world. DeepMind partnered with the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) to come up with the AlphaFold database, which predicts the three-dimensional structures of the human proteome – nearly all (98.5%) of the 20,000 or so proteins expressed by the human genome.

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Outsourcing Pharma

JULY 27, 2021

The two pharma firms will partner to study the efficacy of Opdivo, paired with a SHP2 inhibitor, to treat non-small cell lung cancer with KRAS mutations.

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Pharma Times

JULY 26, 2021

Combo therapy includes carflizomib administered alongside lenalidomide, dexamethasone and cyclophosphamide

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pharmaphorum

JULY 28, 2021

Our primary care system is weathering a storm on several fronts. Demand is skyrocketing, with GPs delivering millions more appointments than in previous years and workload far outstripping pre-Covid-19 levels. Dr Dan Bunstone explores how innovation can help GPs overcome the current capacity squeeze in primary care and tackle patient backlog. Despite the misconception that general practice has been ‘closed’ during the pandemic, practice staff are supporting a growing number of patients whose l

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Drug Patent Watch

JULY 26, 2021

This chart shows the generic pharmaceutical companies that had the most successful drug patent challenges from 2016 to 2021. Companies that successfully challenge patents on branded drugs are granted six…. The post Most prolific drug patent challengers appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Outsourcing Pharma

JULY 26, 2021

A new UK eLearning program is targeted at healthcare and academic professionals to support their learning on advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs).

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Pharma Times

JULY 30, 2021

‘Genomics Nation’ report launched in a bid to showcase the thriving UK genomics sector

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pharmaphorum

JULY 26, 2021

A lack of racial diversity in clinical trials is a long-standing, well-documented problem that contributes to the stark health inequalities that have been brought into sharp focus by COVID-19. Tackling it, however, has not been easy, thanks in no small part to the reasons being as complex as they are multi-faceted. But, according to the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), the country’s biopharmaceutical companies are “committed to learning and leading” in a bid to “addr

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Drug Patent Watch

JULY 25, 2021

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

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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.

Outsourcing Pharma

JULY 26, 2021

A clinical trial logistics expert discusses specialized concerns involved in transporting cell and gene products and other personalized medicine items.

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Pharma Times

JULY 28, 2021

No serious side effects were observed in the Phase I trial

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pharmaphorum

JULY 29, 2021

The use of specialty drugs in the U.S. has skyrocketed in recent years driven primarily by an increase in chronic condition diagnosis and the number of new medications on the market. Krishnanjan Alaparthi explores how tech-driven hub services can help manage the complexities of specialty pharma. It’s estimated specialty medications account for 75% of the approximately 7,000 prescription drugs currently in development, and by 2022, more than 60% of the 600 drugs expected to gain FDA approval will

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Drug Patent Watch

JULY 24, 2021

This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most supplementary protection certificates (SPCs) in Slovakia. SPCs are used in European Union and select others to encourage pharmaceutical innovation by compensating…. The post Which pharmaceutical companies have the most SPCs in Slovakia? appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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.

Outsourcing Pharma

JULY 26, 2021

A clinical trial logistics expert discusses specialized concerns involved in transporting cell and gene products and other personalized medicine items.

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Pharma Times

JULY 29, 2021

Findings come from a year-long study into the perceptions of the pharma sector in the UK

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pharmaphorum

JULY 27, 2021

Drug delivery specialist Aptar Group has agreed a deal to take a near two-thirds share in Voluntis, a French developer of digital therapeutics (DTx), with a view to taking full control of the company later this year. Illinois-headquartered Apar – which makes inhalers, syringe components, eye drop bottles and other delivery systems for pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and other sectors – is paying €8.70 per share in the initial deal, which will give it a 64.6% stake in the company.

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NY Times

JULY 26, 2021

The F.D.A. wants Pfizer and Moderna to increase the number of 5- to 11-year-olds who participate in trials of their coronavirus vaccines to ensure there is enough data about rare side effects.

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Drug Patent Watch

JULY 27, 2021

Orphan drug exclusivity is granted to drugs addressing rare ‘orphan diseases’ — those affecting fewer than 200,000 Americans. The protection granted to orphan drugs is quite strong. The FDA is…. The post Pharmaceutical companies with the most orphan drugs appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Pharma Times

JULY 28, 2021

Collaboration will focus on developing small molecule medicines targeting GPR75

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pharmaphorum

JULY 29, 2021

Two artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms designed to diagnose people with heart rhythm abnormalities have been approved by the FDA for use with Medtronic’s LINQ II cardiac monitor. The AccuRhythm algorithms can be used to improve the accuracy of detecting atrial fibrillation (AF) – an irregular or rapid rhythm in the upper chambers of the heart – and asystole, a long pause between heartbeats.

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NY Times

JULY 29, 2021

Boosters may not be necessary yet, many experts say, and the pursuit of additional shots raises ethical questions.

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Outsourcing Pharma

JULY 29, 2021

The BiovitalsHF, from Biofourmis, is intended to augment decision-making in clinical environments, and to supplement traditional pharmaceutical therapies.

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Pharma Times

JULY 30, 2021

RCGP's chair said that general practice in the UK is currently at a 'breaking point'

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pharmaphorum

JULY 28, 2021

The US government has sold off the one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang Clan album famously bought by ‘pharma bro’ Martin Shkreli, with the proceeds enough to wipe out his $7.4 million fine for defrauding investors. Shkreli , the pharma entrepreneur who became notorious in 2015 for hiking the price of a lifesaving drug, bought the Once Upon a Time in Shaolin album for $2 million in 2015, but surrendered it to the US authorities in 2018 after his conviction.

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NY Times

JULY 30, 2021

Emergent BioSolutions, which ruined 75 million vaccine doses at its Baltimore plant, disclosed records requests from Congress and federal and state law enforcement agencies.

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Drug Channels

JULY 30, 2021

Today’s guest post comes from David Holladay, President of Access and Adherence at CoverMyMeds. David discusses how common medication access, adherence, and affordability barriers can lead patients to abandon important therapies. He suggests that technology can connect providers with actionable information at the point of care, thereby giving patients access to data that can lead them to make better decisions.

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