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Leading medical groups sue Kennedy over changed Covid-19 vaccine recommendations

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WASHINGTON — Six major medical groups, and a pregnant physician, are suing health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over changes he made to Covid-19 vaccine recommendations that they say were unlawful and undermine public trust in health care. The suit argues that a May 19 directive signed by Kennedy, which said that the Covid-19 vaccine would no longer be recommended for healthy children and pregnant people , violates decades of policy governing how vaccines are reviewed, approved, an

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The MEK effect on cancer — a slow and steady approach to drug resistance

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Why this activist is putting her body on the line for Americans with disabilities

STAT

Flanked by her friends as lawmakers debated the future of a 60-year-old health care plan, Latoya Maddox raised her voice, shouting, “No cuts to Medicaid! No cuts to Medicaid!” The chanting, during a meeting of the House Energy and Commerce Committee on May 13, quickly earned her and her fellow disabled activists in the room a rough escort out by Capitol Police.

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Embrace deprescribing and stay curious in complex cases, pharmacists told

The Pharmacist

Practice pharmacists should build deprescribing into routine care, an exclusive event has heard, with delegates encouraged to stay curious, listen to patients and ask the right questions when faced with complex prescribing decisions. Lelly Oboh, consultant pharmacist for older people at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Trust and overprescribing lead for South East London ICB, […] The post Embrace deprescribing and stay curious in complex cases, pharmacists told appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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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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Veeda Lifesciences invests in Mango Sciences to integrate AI into global clinical trial operations

Express Pharma

Veeda Lifesciences, a global contract research organisation (CRO), has announced an investment in Mango Sciences, a Boston-based healthcare AI and data company. The investment is part of Veeda’s strategy to integrate artificial intelligence into its clinical trial operations, with a focus on improving patient recruitment, trial efficiency, and diversity across global markets.

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GLP-1 roadblocks: Discontinuation rates soar as insurers clamp down

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FDA approves first-of-a-kind oral therapy for rare disease

European Pharmaceutical Review

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first oral on-demand therapy for acute attacks of hereditary angioedema (HAE) in individuals aged 12 years and older. This rare genetic disease leads to tissue swelling attacks in the body that can be life-threatening. It is caused by a deficiency or dysfunction in the C1 esterase inhibitor (C1INH) protein and subsequent uncontrolled activation of the kallikrein-kinin system, KalVista Pharmaceuticals shared.

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Fette Compacting India and Goa College of Pharmacy join hands to upskill Goa pharma students

Express Pharma

Fette Compacting India, a global leader in tablet production technology, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Goa College of Pharmacy to upskill students and prepare them for careers in the pharmaceutical industry. The agreement was signed at Goa College of Pharmacy’s campus in Panaji by Ashok Gourish, Managing Director of Fette Compacting India, and Dr Gopalkrishna Rao, Principal of Goa College of Pharmacy.

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Drugmakers Notch a $5 Billion Win in Republicans’ Policy Bill

NY Times

More medicines will be spared from Medicare price negotiations, a change that is projected to wipe out billions in savings for the federal government.

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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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STAT+: A GPT-powered medical device certified in Europe raises questions about generative AI in health care

STAT

Last fall, a group of experts advising the U.S. Food and Drug Administration debated for two days on how to regulate generative artificial intelligence tools in medicine. One report presented at the meeting showed that a generative AI tool supposedly used by 40% of the radiology practices in the U.S. produced clinically significant errors in one of every 21 reports.

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Is biopharma dealmaking getting hot again?

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Pharmacies’ clinical services offering to expand under NHS 10-year plan

The Pharmacist

The government has pledged to ‘transition’ community pharmacy from a dispensing-focused service to offering more clinical services, as part of its long-awaited NHS 10-year plan. Published today, the 168-page blueprint has committed to increasing the role of community pharmacy in the management of long-term conditions, including treatment of obesity, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. […] The post Pharmacies’ clinical services offering to expand under NHS 10-year plan appeared first

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Patients with ultra-rare diseases worry new FDA rules will leave them without treatment

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Testing is difficult for drugs for rare diseases, and new rules may make it harder for sufferers to obtain life-saving drugs US drug regulators have increasingly signaled a focus on faster approvals and rare diseases, but patients with ultra-rare ailments fear they are falling through the cracks, especially given challenges to conducting clinical trials.

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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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Boehringer raises hope of oral drug for diabetic eye disease

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Boehringer has started a phase 2 trial of an oral therapy that could help people with diabetic macular oedema avoid regular injections into the eye

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STAT+: Cogent Biosciences drug improves symptoms of chronic immune disorder, study results show

STAT

Cogent Biosciences said Monday that its experimental drug reduced the symptoms of a chronic immune disorder called indolent systemic mastocytosis. The results mean the drug achieved the goals of a Phase 3 study, but a comparison to a rival treatment from Blueprint Medicines remains muddled.  In its study, Cogent’s drug, called bezuclastinib, showed a 24-point improvement in a patient-reported symptoms score, compared to a 15-point improvement for participants given a placebo.

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CDC’s vaccine advisory committee overhaul raises concerns for vaccine oversight: GlobalData

Express Pharma

On June 9, 2025, in a significant and controversial shake-up, US Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dismissed all 17 members of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP), the body responsible for advising the federal government on vaccine safety. This decision has raised alarms among public health experts and stakeholders in the vaccine development community, says GlobalData.

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BREAKING: Pharmacists to staff new neighbourhood health centres

The Pharmacist

Pharmacists will staff the government’s new neighbourhood health centres alongside nurses, doctors, social care workers and others, the Prime Minister has announced. Sir Keir Starmer has this evening set out early details of the highly anticipated 10-year plan for the NHS ahead of its publication in the morning – largely focusing on the government’s ambitions […] The post BREAKING: Pharmacists to staff new neighbourhood health centres appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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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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VarmX secures US approval to begin phase 3 trial of urgent surgery treatment

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 VarmX secures US approval to begin phase 3 trial of urgent surgery treatment by John Pinching | 8th Jul 2025 | News New trial to test VMX-C001’s effectiveness in restoring coagulation in FXa DOAC patients Biotech company VarmX has received clearance from the US FDA to begin a phase 3 trial of its lead candida

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Pharma welcomes EU push to restore life sciences sector

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European pharma trade group EFPIA has said that a strategy launched by the EU to bolster the region's standing in life sciences is a "step forward.

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Opinion: The U.S. government is failing on vaccine policy. The Vaccine Integrity Project is here to help

STAT

Recently, the Department of Health and Human Services floated new standards for vaccine approvals, rescinded longstanding Covid-19 vaccine recommendations for healthy children and pregnant women, and fired all 17 members of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s vaccine advisory committee. These actions represent a significant shift in the federal government’s approach to vaccine policy and the safeguarding of the public’s health.

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Pulmonary arterial hypertension market to reach $9.3 bn in 7MM by 2034

Express Pharma

The pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) market across the seven major markets (7MM*) is poised to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.0 per cent from $7.6 billion in 2024 to $9.3 billion in 2034, driven by the adoption of triple combination therapy, novel prostacyclin formulations, and the entry of disease-modifying therapies, according to GlobalData.

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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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ASBM Announces Retirement of Doug Badger,Welcomes Beato and Downing to Board

Safe Biologics

ARLINGTON, VA — July 7, 2025 — The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) today announced the retirement of longtime Board member Doug Badger, and the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors: Cristina V. Beato, MD, and Chris Downing, both of whom previously served in senior leadership roles at the U.S. Department of Health and Services (HHS) from 2001 to 2008.

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‘Every year we pay more’: Main Line CEO on the push to cut costs

Beckers Hospital Review

Weeks into his new role as president and CEO of Bryn Mawr, Pa.-based Main Line Health, Edward Jimenez told Becker’s the five-hospital system — with more than 13,000 employees — is taking steps to stay financially resilient while also hiring more physicians and planning new care sites to improve access. Mr. Jimenez assumed the top leadership role in June and brings nearly 30 years of healthcare leadership experience.

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A rapid microbiological method case study for advanced therapy medicinal products

European Pharmaceutical Review

Embedded as the cornerstone of microbiological quality are processes that have remained the same for over a century, unchanged from their early beginnings. To achieve optimal detectability and considerably lower risk to patients, the traditional sterility test requires a minimum of 14 days of incubation, and sometimes even longer if the test sample renders media turbid and subculturing is required to overcome visual interference.

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Opinion: Defenders of Medicaid cuts are misunderstanding a study I worked on

STAT

There’s been much discussion and debate about the cuts to Medicaid eligibility that Congress just passed and, in particular, what they may mean for current Medicaid recipients. A key piece of evidence in this debate has been results from the Oregon Health Insurance Experiment (OHIE ), a randomized trial, which I helped lead, examining the impact of covering low-income uninsured adults with Medicaid for one to two years.

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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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Lupin launches Ipratropium Bromide Nasal Solution (Nasal Spray), 0.03 per cent and 0.06 per cent in the US

Express Pharma

Lupin announced the launch of Ipratropium Bromide Nasal Solution (Nasal Spray), 0.03 per cent and 0.06 per cent, in the United States. Ipratropium Bromide Nasal Solution (Nasal Spray), 0.03 per cent and 0.06 per cent are bioequivalent to Atrovent Nasal Spray, 0.03 per cent and 0.06 per cent, of Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals. Ipratropium Bromide Nasal Solution (Nasal Spray) 0.03 per cent is indicated for the symptomatic relief of rhinorrhea associated with allergic and nonallergic perennia

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Medicine shortages now a ‘systemic threat’ to care, MPs find

The Pharmacist

Medicine shortages have become ‘a permanent and escalating’ threat to patient care, placing an unsustainable burden on pharmacy teams and disrupting the safe delivery of treatment across England, the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Pharmacy has warned. In a newly published report following its inquiry into the issue, the APPG said supply chain problems are […] The post Medicine shortages now a ‘systemic threat’ to care, MPs find appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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What Tampa General learned from an engineer’s perspective

Beckers Hospital Review

Every nine and a half minutes, Tampa (Fla.) General Hospital receives a new patient in its emergency department. Its academic medical center has 1,045 beds and is expanding to nearly 1,200 beds with construction on a new patient tower underway. Regardless of a hospital or health system’s size, President and CEO John Couris sees care coordination as one of the most pressing challenges in healthcare.