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STAT+: ViiV expands licensing deal for its HIV drug in low-income countries

STAT

Once again, ViiV Healthcare has announced steps to widen access to a sought-after HIV medicine in low- and middle-income countries, reflecting ongoing pressure to respond to criticism. Under the latest arrangement , the company is expanding a licensing agreement reached three years ago with the Medicines Patent Pool, which is backed by the United Nations and negotiates licensing rights for manufacturing to generic companies.

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ViiV Healthcare, Medicines Patent Pool extend voluntary licensing to enable access to HIV treatment

Express Pharma

ViiV Healthcare, the global specialist HIV company majority owned by GSK, with Pfizer and Shionogi as shareholders, and the Medicines Patent Pool (MPP), today announced an update to their voluntary licensing agreement to include patents relating to its use in a long-acting regimen. The announcement follows updated guidance from the WHO recommending long-acting injectable cabotegravir + rilpivirine as an HIV treatment option.

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Discussing the Role of the Pharmacist in the Management of Biliary Tract Cancer

Pharmacy Times

Panelists discuss how pharmacists play a crucial role in biliary tract cancer management by leveraging their detailed medication knowledge to assist with treatment selection, develop comprehensive monitoring plans (especially for hyperphosphatemia with FGFR inhibitors and cardiac monitoring with HER2 therapies), educate patients about unique toxicities and self-management strategies, create clinic workflow algorithms for toxicity management, and advocate for maximizing time on therapy as long as

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Advancing endotoxin testing with sustainable recombinant LAL solutions

European Pharmaceutical Review

Traditional testing has relied upon an elegant biological system: horseshoe crab blood contains specialised cells that clot when exposed to endotoxins. This natural defence mechanism, refined over millions of years of evolution, forms the basis of Limulus Amebocyte Lysate testing. When LAL reagent encounters endotoxins, it triggers a cascade reaction leading to gel formation, cloudiness, or colour changes depending on the detection method employed.

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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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Leveraging Mutual Recognition Agreements MRA to Fast-Track Generic Drug Approvals

Drug Patent Watch

"Breaking Down Barriers: How Mutual Recognition Agreements Can Revolutionize Generic Drug Approvals As the pharmaceutical industry continues to grapple with the complexities of global regulatory frameworks, a little-known solution is gaining traction: Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs). These agreements have the potential to fast-track generic drug approvals, saving lives and billions of dollars in the process.

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Pricing watchdog will take on the rising cost of drugs at launch

PharmaVoice

ICER’s upcoming report could shed light on how the launch price of newly approved drugs affects overall cost and access from a patient perspective.

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ATOPP 2025: Pharmacy Innovation at the Intersection of EOM and Patient Access

Pharmacy Times

Kirollos S. Hanna, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP, FACCC, FAPO, discusses how oncology pharmacists can lead value-based care efforts under the Enhanced Oncology Model (EOM) by improving care coordination, managing costs, aligning with performance metrics, and leveraging clinical data systems to enhance patient outcomes.

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Osivax publishes phase 2a results supporting dual flu vaccine approach

Pharma Times

Subscribe Advertise About us Follow Follow Follow Follow GO Magazine PharmaTimes Magazine Archive Web Exclusives News Competitions Appointments Business Insights Webinars Thought Leadership Osivax publishes phase 2a results supporting dual flu vaccine approach by John Pinching | 10th Jul 2025 | News OVX836 shown to be safe and effective alongside seasonal Fluarix Tetra Osivax has released phase 2a trial data confirming that its broad-spectrum flu vaccine candidate, OVX836, can be safely co-admin

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CPA Academy Launches!

Commonwealth Pharmacists Association

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Understanding how technology fits into the evolving role of pharmacists

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As technology reshapes healthcare, pharmacists are stepping into expanded, patient-focused roles – leveraging automation, telehealth, and digital tools to transform how care is delivered.

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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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Aspire Impact and Aspire Circle launch ESG Framework for Pharma & Healthcare

Express Pharma

Aspire Impact, a standards-based ESG, Sustainability & Impact Measurement and Ratings initiative, has launched a new research publication titled Healthcare: An ESG Performance Framework, jointly led by Aspire Circle and Aspire Impact under its Capgemini-supported Impact Future Project. The report was released at an event held in New Delhi, supported by Quadria Capital and HealthQuad.

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Breaking Through Misconceptions: How Pharmacists Can Shift the Conversation for Vaccines

Pharmacy Times

An expert discusses how pharmacists can overcome common vaccination barriers by addressing misconceptions about vaccine necessity, making strong provider recommendations, and educating patients about mild adverse effects while building trust through consistent communication.

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Why Medical Education Must Catch Up

Pharmaceutical Commerce

In the first part of his Pharma Commerce video interview, Sean O’Hearen, founder and principal consultant at 1st Line Partners, lays out the systemic gaps in medical and pharmacy education that need to be addressed, along with how academic and clinical institutions can accelerate awareness training in identifying substandard and falsified medicines.

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Breaking down silos – how digital tools can transform pharma manufacturing

European Pharmaceutical Review

New research reveals that while 52 percent of pharmaceutical companies remain in early stages of digitalisation, leading manufacturers are finding innovative ways to overcome data fragmentation and drive operational efficiency. The pharmaceutical manufacturing sector stands at a digital crossroads. Despite significant investment in modern technologies, more than half of companies are still struggling with the fundamentals of digitalisation, according to recent research conducted by Hexagon in pa

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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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Optimizing Pharmacy Financials: Visante’s Impact on This Health System’s Pharmacy Revenue Cycle

Beckers Hospital Review

The Path to Unlocking $8.1M in Revenue This nonprofit health system serves communities across Northern Virginia and Washington, DC. Committed to excellence and driven by compassion, the organization prioritizes patient well-being through advanced healthcare solutions. Leadership at the organization identified gaps between pharmacy operations, billing structures, and payer contracts that were leading to missed revenue opportunities.

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SCHOTT adds knowledge hub to its Pharmaversity

Express Pharma

SCHOTT Pharma announced that it has added a Knowledge Hub to its Pharmaversity, which was established in 2020 as a pharmaceutical educational initiative to provide industry professionals, academics and other stakeholders with insights into cutting-edge pharma trends, topics, and specialised pharmaceutical packaging solutions. The Knowledge Hub features a collection of more than 100 assets of essential information and expert insights into drug containment and delivery solutions, and detailed data

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Pharmacists Push Forward: Innovative Clinical Solutions Highlighted at McKesson ideaShare 2025

Pharmacy Times

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Navigating Market Entry Challenges for Orphan Drugs

Pharmaceutical Commerce

Edward Ahn, CEO of MEDIPOST, Inc., reacts to the challenge of launching orphan drugs without complete evidence, particularly given their high cost and limited patient populations, and suggests strategies that can be used to address evidence gaps, enable market access, and support long-term patient benefit.

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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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NICE recommends innovative cystic fibrosis therapy

European Pharmaceutical Review

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has recommended Alyftrek ® (deutivacaftor/tezacaftor/vanzacaftor) for eligible NHS patients with cystic fibrosis. The treatment was licensed for UK use in March. Individuals who are six years old and over with at least one F508del mutation in the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene can access Alyftrek through NHS England.

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MHRA approves first oral treatment for hereditary angioedema attacks

Pharma Times

Subscribe Advertise About us Follow Follow Follow Follow GO Magazine PharmaTimes Magazine Archive Web Exclusives News Competitions Appointments Business Insights Webinars Thought Leadership MHRA approves first oral treatment for hereditary angioedema attacks by John Pinching | 15th Jul 2025 | News Sebetralstat offers injection-free relief for patients aged 12 and over The MHRA has approved sebetralstat (Ekterly) as the first oral, on-demand treatment for hereditary angioedema (HAE) attacks in pa

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The Growing Importance of Specialty Generics in the Pharmaceutical Market

Drug Patent Watch

"The $100 Billion Opportunity: How Specialty Generics Are Revolutionizing the Pharmaceutical Landscape As the pharmaceutical industry grapples with rising costs and accessibility issues, a quiet revolution is underway. Specialty generics, once a niche player, are now poised to disrupt the status quo and bring much-needed relief to patients and payers alike.

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McKesson ideaShare 2025: Pharmacy Owner Keri Bates on Career Growth, Technician Pathways, and Building a Sustainable Pharmacy Team

Pharmacy Times

Bates' insights offer a roadmap for creating a sustainable pharmacy workforce while strengthening patient care and operational efficiency.

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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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As its cancer vaccine moves through the clinic, Transgene sets sights on manufacturing

PharmaVoice

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Enhancing Patient Understanding With Contraceptive Demonstration Kits

Birth Control Pharmacist

As a healthcare provider and educator, I’m always looking for new tools to enhance how I teach and communicate. The Birth Control Pharmacist education kits have become an invaluable resource for enhancing understanding of contraceptive options across various settings. Designed to offer clear, hands-on information about both prescription and over-the-counter methods, these kits make it easier to explain complex topics in a way that resonates.

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Diclofenac eye drops hit by stock shortage

The Pharmacist

Diclofenac (Voltarol Ophtha) 0.1% eye drops 0.3ml unit dose preservative free are out of stock until early October 2025, according to a medicine supply notification issued by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). Ketorolac 0.5% eye drops, bromfenac 0.9mg/ml eye drops, and nepafenac 1mg/ml and 3mg/ml eye drops remain available to support increased […] The post Diclofenac eye drops hit by stock shortage appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Peer Exchange: How Pharma Can Detect Supply Chain Failures Before They Happen (Episode 3)

Pharmaceutical Commerce

In the third part of this roundtable discussion, a panel of thought leaders explore the value of serialization, data sharing, and predictive analytics in identifying potential quality issues before they arise.

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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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Daily CBD Use at Consumer-Level Doses May Elevate Liver Enzymes, FDA-Led Trial Shows

Pharmacy Times

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Need a DTC platform? Here’s how one company built its own.

PharmaVoice

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Pharmacy groups call on insurers to preserve vaccine coverage

Beckers Hospital Review

A coalition of pharmacy organizations, including the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, has called for major U.S. health insurers to preserve existing vaccine coverage without increasing patient cost-sharing. In letters sent to major insurers including UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente and trade groups such as AHIP and Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, the organizations expressed concerns about the potential coverage changes following updates by the CDC’s Adv

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Gross-to-Net Bubble Hits $356B in 2024—But Growth Slows to 10-Year Low

Drug Channels

Is the gross-to-net bubble —the ever-widening gap between brand-name drug sales at list prices and their net revenues after rebates and discounts—finally beginning to deflate? Drug Channels Institute (DCI) estimates that the gross-to-net reductions for all brand-name drugs reached $356 billion in 2024, a 7% increase over the previous year. Yet despite this record total, the bubble expanded at the slowest rate in at least a decade.

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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.