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Implications of RFK Jr.’s CDC Vaccine Committee Overhaul for the Pharmaceutical Industry

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s CDC Vaccine Committee Overhaul for the Pharmaceutical Industry June 10, 2025 By Christopher Cole News Article The dismissal of all 17 members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has far-reaching impacts for the industry and beyond. Washington, DC, USA - June 24, 2022: The symbol of the U.S. Kennedy Jr.

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COVID-19 Pandemic Reduced Gaps in Pneumococcal Vaccination in Medicare Enrollees, But Lowered Overall Uptake

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Increased awareness of infectious diseases during the pandemic may have improved vaccine uptake among Medicare enrollees, while service reductions and vaccine hesitancy affected Medicaid enrollees.

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The Changing Landscape of Pharmacy Accessibility

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Image Credit: Elena | stock.adobe.com A 2022 study reported that approximately 90% of the United States population lives within 5 miles of a pharmacy. These deserts reduce access to critical health care services, such as vaccinations, health screenings, and point-of-care testing.

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Addressing US FDA challenges in Indian sterile drug manufacturing – Part 1

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Indian pharmaceutical companies supply more than 60 per cent of global demand for vaccines and over 40 per cent of generic medicines consumed in the United States (2). This growth is further driven by global shortages of sterile products, an expanding biologics pipeline, and the demand for emergency-use therapies including vaccines.

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Under the Weather: Unpacking the Impact of the 2024-2025 Influenza Season

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Fournier, BSc Key Takeaways The 2024-2025 influenza season saw unprecedented severity, with high hospitalization and outpatient visit rates due to a vaccine mismatch and dominant H1N1 and H3N2 strains. Targeted public health strategies are needed to improve vaccine access, education, and trust, particularly in underserved communities.

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Type 1 diabetes market to reach $9.9 bn in 7MM by 2033

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Additionally, Diamyd Medicals vaccine for T1D is one of several prominent immunomodulatory agents that is expected to present a disease-modifying therapy option for T1D patients, offering the potential to eliminate the need for lifelong insulin therapy. billion across the 7MM in 2033.

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Study Reveals Gaps in GINA Guideline Adherence for Asthma Treatment

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Study Overview Researchers conducted a retrospective chart review of 80 patients aged 12 or older within Intermountain Health who were diagnosed with asthma between December 2022 and December 2023. To ensure continuity of care, patients included had seen a primary care provider both in the year prior to and following their diagnosis.