Pharmacist Digest

STAT+: Can gene therapies make for a profitable business? Keep your eye on Bluebird Bio

STAT

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Bluebird and the case for gene therapy profits Genetic treatments that are potential cures for inherited diseases are a huge medical advance, but can these transformational (and expensive) products become a profitable business? It’s a pure-play commercial gene therapy business. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

STAT+: Akili abandons prescription business model, to lay off 40% of workers

STAT

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Akili Interactive, which in 2020 made waves by receiving Food and Drug Administration clearance for its video game that improves symptoms of ADHD in children, on Wednesday announced it would reorient its business around selling its products directly to users over the counter, rather than by prescription.

Labelling

STAT+: Teladoc stock slides despite business growth, Medtronic CEO talks innovation

STAT

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Teladoc’s stock slides despite business growth Teladoc Health on Tuesday reported solid third quarter earnings showing $660 million in revenue for 8% year-over-year growth and improvement across business lines including BetterHelp and its closely watched chronic care segment.

Mental health crisis centers and EmPATH units: offering care that busy ERs can’t

STAT

APRIL 26, 2024

On a spring afternoon in Tucson, Ariz., about a half dozen children and teens hung out in the sunny common room of Pima County’s Crisis Response Center. Beyond the pastel-painted room stretched a long, wide hall where partitions separated individual beds, many left unmade with rumpled sheets.

STAT+: Ketamine clinics’ bust serves as warning of business challenge facing psychedelic therapy

STAT

MAY 16, 2023

A chain of luxury ketamine clinics called Field Trip started churning through business strategies at an increasingly rapid pace late last year. went out of business. To both company insiders and those watching from the outside, the bubble was primed to burst by business leaders who were over-eager to grow.

STAT+: EQRx abandons business plan around drug pricing, cuts jobs and programs

STAT

MAY 8, 2023

The company’s original business plan was to create new medicines in the same categories as high-priced cancer and specialty drugs and to sell them at lower prices through a “global buyers club” that included insurers and hospitals.

Drug Pricing

Drug Pricing Hospitals

Prabhat Balyan, Business Development Manager, AMI Polymer

Express Pharma

APRIL 16, 2024

In this video: Prabhat Balyan, Business Development Manager, Ami Polymer Topic: Polymeric solutions for pharmaceutical industry Key Takeaway: Ami Polymer has a range of tubing solutions that serves the pharma industry The post Prabhat Balyan, Business Development Manager, AMI Polymer appeared first on Express Pharma.

Gilead sours on the ‘don’t eat me’ business

STAT

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Want to stay on top of the science and politics driving biotech today? Sign up to get our biotech newsletter in your inbox. Good morning, everyone. Damian here with the latest Senate harangue for the drug industry, green shoots in biotech sentiment, and the potential of a gene therapy eye drop. Read the rest…

Drug Pricing

Drug Pricing Drug Development

STAT+: Beleaguered drug manufacturer Emergent cuts jobs, executive role in business shake-up

STAT

AUGUST 8, 2023

Emergent BioSolutions, the manufacturing company that fell into hot water in 2021 due to a contamination issue involving millions of doses of Covid vaccines, is pivoting its business and cutting hundreds of jobs, including a C-suite role. The current chief operating officer, Adam Havey, will leave the company on Sept.

Vaccines

Google Business Profile Checklist for Your Pharmacy

Digital Pharmacist

JANUARY 25, 2024

Now that we understand the importance of a Google Business Profile, let’s walk through the steps to set one up: Now that we understand the importance of a Google Business Profile, let’s walk through the steps to set one up: In the digital age, online visibility is crucial for businesses to thrive.

Customer Service

Customer Service Pharmacy Management Vaccines

Opinion: As hospitals raise their prices, U.S. workers and businesses suffer

STAT

AUGUST 31, 2022

businesses. Instead of more effectively managing costs and improving efficiencies, hospitals expect taxpayers, businesses, and America’s workers to subsidize their cash flow and profitability. Read the rest…

Hospitals

What happens to patients when telehealth businesses shutter?

STAT

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Dozens of other health tech companies are cutting back their staff or shuttering business lines, doubting sustained demand from consumers and employers. Read the rest…

Controlled Substances

STAT+: At Verily, a growing line of business builds on a revolving door to the FDA

STAT

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The Alphabet life sciences spinout is doubling down on the business of evidence generation , trying to build the tools and technical infrastructure that will help pharma and digital health customers run the next generation of clinical trials. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

Pharmacy Business Conference 2024

pharmacy mentor

APRIL 15, 2024

Pharmacy Mentor are delighted to extend a warm invitation to all pharmacy owners, pharmacists, superintendents, and decision-makers across the UK to join us at the Pharmacy Business Conference 2024. The Highlights One of the highlights of the Pharmacy Business Conference 2024 is the participation of our Founder and CEO, Saam Ali.

Community Pharmacies

Community Pharmacies Pharmacy Management

STAT+: It was a turbulent year for the business of health tech. 3 trends to watch in 2024

STAT

JANUARY 2, 2024

Many companies that were once relentlessly chasing growth have pivoted to survival mode, laying off workers, adjusting business plans, and scrounging up capital on whatever terms are available as they try to stay afloat.

STAT+: During the pandemic, were great vaccines bad business? A company-by-company review

STAT

MARCH 25, 2024

It’s been four years since Covid-19 emerged, igniting a pandemic that killed millions of people and brought the world to its knees. A key factor in taming the pandemic was the creation of effective vaccines , which have saved millions of lives.

Vaccines

Listen: Lilly’s Alzheimer’s success, a milestone FDA approval, & Moderna’s shrinking business

STAT

MAY 4, 2023

We also discuss the latest news in the life sciences, including a busy week of earnings, a long-awaited FDA approval, and the highlights from STAT’s Breakthrough Summit in San Francisco. Read the rest…

Drug Excipient Business Development Reports now Available on Amazon

Drug Patent Watch

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Elevate your excipient business strategies with the comprehensive Drug Excipient Business Development Reports from DrugPatentWatch.

STAT+: Buyer’s remorse: How a Medicare Advantage business is strangling one of its first funders

STAT

MARCH 13, 2023

When NaviHealth began building a business around using algorithms to scrutinize the care of older patients a decade ago, one of the country’s largest chains of inpatient rehab and long-term care hospitals was among the first to invest.

Health Insurance Companies

Health Insurance Companies Inpatient Hospitals

Biocon Biologics successfully integrates acquired biosimilars business across 120 countries

Express Pharma

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Over 10 emerging markets along with Japan, Australia and New Zealand have transitioned in this final phase of the integration of the biosimilars business acquired from Viatris. Earlier in 2023, over 70 Emerging Markets were integrated in July, the North America business transitioned in September and the European business in November.

Biosimilars

Business and Passion

PharmExec

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Kimberly Moran, head of rare diseases in the US for UCB, started off working in medicine but quickly learned the importance of the business side of industry—and its role in helping improve the diagnosis and access paths for underserved patient segments.

Grow Your Business With Google: Cheat Sheet for Pharmacies

pharmacy mentor

APRIL 3, 2024

Google Business Cheat Sheet for Pharmacies Get your clinical services found online easier. With 90% of consumers turning to search engines to find healthcare providers, harnessing platforms like Google Business can significantly impact your pharmacy’s visibility and credibility.

Scheduling Appointments

Scheduling Appointments Vaccines

AZ launches digital clinical trials business

pharmaphorum

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

AZ launches digital clinical trials business Phil.Taylor Mon, 20/11/2023 - 12:07 Bookmark this

STAT+: Mark Cuban teams with a business coalition in bid to lower drug costs for employers

STAT

DECEMBER 8, 2022

The effort involves a partnership with the Purchaser Business Group on Health, whose members will be able to fold the medicines sold by Cuban’s company into existing health benefit plans.

Drug Pricing

Alkem Laboratories brands API business as Alkem Activa

Express Pharma

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Alkem Laboratories announced the branding of their active pharma ingredients ( API) business as Alkem Activa. The post Alkem Laboratories brands API business as Alkem Activa appeared first on Express Pharma. Alkem Activa is poised to introduce numerous APIs, further bolstering the Alkem’s portfolio.

STAT+: Telehealth companies that prescribed controlled substances during the pandemic brace for business to change

STAT

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Health tech companies that have taken advantage of the possibility to prescribe controlled substances online during the pandemic may soon find their businesses — and their ability to care for patients — in jeopardy.

Controlled Substances

Controlled Substances Labelling

Transforming business with War Games

Fuld & Company Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Mike Ratcliffe , Senior Director at Fuld, recently sat down in conversation with leading War Game expert, Professor Leonard Lane from the Paul Merage Business School , University of California, Irvine , to explore how businesses can leverage war gaming to thrive in an ever-changing, complex, and competitive business environment.

Alfasigma to acquire Galapagos’ Jyseleca business

Pharmaceutical Business Review

JANUARY 2, 2024

Alfasigma will acquire the complete Jyseleca business, including all associated activities as well as nearly 400 staff of Galapagos across 14 European countries. The business comprises the European and UK marketing authorisations, the commercial, medical affairs and development works linked to Jyseleca. “We

Ajinomoto spices up its biopharma business with gene therapy deal

BioPharma Dive

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Forge Biologics operates a contract manufacturing business as well as develops its own gene therapies, which appears to have attracted the Japan-based food and biotechnology company.

Listen: Explaining the E.U.’s pharma overhaul, Lilly’s booming business, & a long-awaited drug approval

STAT

APRIL 27, 2023

We also discuss the latest news in the life sciences, including Lilly’s surging business, a pair of new drug approvals, and a novel idea in Alzheimer’s disease. Read the rest…

HealthPlix appoints new senior VP-Pharma, Business Development & Growth Catalyst

Express Pharma

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

He will also be responsible for identifying new growth opportunities in the healthcare sector and establishing new verticals HealthPlix Technologies has announced the appointment of Amitabha Mukhopadhyay as the Senior Vice President – Pharma, Business Development, and Growth Catalyst.

Warning over ‘inappropriate business behaviours’ around Pharmacy First

The Pharmacist

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In a statement issued last week, the pharmacy union claimed ‘some’ businesses were suggesting to pharmacists delivering Pharmacy First that ‘link selling pain relief preparations to patients is […] The post Warning over ‘inappropriate business behaviours’ around Pharmacy First appeared first on The Pharmacist.

AstraZeneca launches new digital health solutions business Evinova

Pharmaceutical Technology

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

AstraZeneca has launched a new digital health solutions business, Evinova, to expedite innovation in the life sciences industry.

AstraZeneca launches health-tech business, Evinova

Pharmafile

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

AstraZeneca has announced that it has launched Evinova, its new health-tech business, which it is hoped will become a leading provider of digital health solutions for healthcare professionals, regulators and patients.

Why pharma needs to leave digital transformation behind and embrace digital business

pharmaphorum

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Why pharma needs to leave digital transformation behind and embrace digital business Mike.Hammerton Fri, 08/12/2023 - 09:00 Bookmark this

Taisho says $5bn management buyout will rev up business

pharmaphorum

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Taisho says $5bn management buyout will rev up business Phil.Taylor Wed, 06/12/2023 - 16:31 Bookmark this

BGF investment for early-stage businesses

Pharma Times

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Company has reported strong momentum among the early-stage businesses it invested in last year

PCMA Business Forum

Drug Channels

JANUARY 10, 2022

PCMA Business Forum. The PCMA Business Forum is PCMA's largest business networking and educational conference. PCMA’s PBM Members send a large number of executives from relevant business units including pharma and trade relations, specialty pharmacy, clinical and patient care services, and the c-suite.

Specialty Pharmacies

Komal Bhavsar, AGM – Business Development, CILICANT | PPL Conclave 2024

Express Pharma

MARCH 20, 2024

In this video: Komal Bhavsar, AGM – Business Development, CILICANT Key Takeaway: Active packaging is evolving to become more efficient and intelligent.

Packaging

STAT+: Pharmalittle: Cepheid agrees to sell a TB test at cost; Mallinckrodt weighs selling some or all businesses

STAT

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

As for us, we are as busy as ever hunting and gathering items of interest. Lots of sunshine and clear blue skies are once again enveloping the Pharmalot campus, where the official mascots are happily snoozing in their respective corners after bounding about the grounds in search of creatures to annoy.

Vaccines

How to Find the Best Digital Marketing Agency for Your Business

Pharma Marketing Network

JULY 25, 2023

In today’s digital world, partnering with a competent and reliable digital marketing agency is crucial for businesses seeking to enhance their online presence, reach their target audience, and achieve their marketing goals. Look for agencies that specialize in your industry or have experience working with businesses similar to yours.

Communication

Viatris announces plan to divest some businesses for $3.37bn

Pharmaceutical Technology

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Drug manufacturer Viatris has announced the divestment of a number of businesses owned by the company in a $.37bn 37bn deal.

‘Business continuity plans’ now required for temporary pharmacy closures

The Pharmacist

JULY 31, 2023

Community pharmacy owners in England will be required to have a ‘business continuity plan’ for temporary closures as of today, following changes to legislation. Changes to the NHS […] The post ‘Business continuity plans’ now required for temporary pharmacy closures appeared first on The Pharmacist.

Community Pharmacies

Pharmacy Business Conference 2023

pharmacy mentor

MARCH 28, 2023

The Pharmacy Business Conference is on 14th May 2023 and, as always, promises a wealth of insight, wisdom and knowledge from across the industry. Let’s explore what makes the Pharmacy Business Conference a unique opportunity for pharmacists. The Pharmacy Business Conference is laser-focused on value for attendees.

Community Pharmacies

STAT+: Can gene therapies make for a profitable business? Keep your eye on Bluebird Bio

STAT+: Akili abandons prescription business model, to lay off 40% of workers

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STAT+: Teladoc stock slides despite business growth, Medtronic CEO talks innovation

Mental health crisis centers and EmPATH units: offering care that busy ERs can’t

STAT+: Ketamine clinics’ bust serves as warning of business challenge facing psychedelic therapy

STAT+: EQRx abandons business plan around drug pricing, cuts jobs and programs

Prabhat Balyan, Business Development Manager, AMI Polymer

Gilead sours on the ‘don’t eat me’ business

STAT+: Beleaguered drug manufacturer Emergent cuts jobs, executive role in business shake-up

Google Business Profile Checklist for Your Pharmacy

Opinion: As hospitals raise their prices, U.S. workers and businesses suffer

What happens to patients when telehealth businesses shutter?

STAT+: At Verily, a growing line of business builds on a revolving door to the FDA

Pharmacy Business Conference 2024

STAT+: It was a turbulent year for the business of health tech. 3 trends to watch in 2024

STAT+: During the pandemic, were great vaccines bad business? A company-by-company review

Listen: Lilly’s Alzheimer’s success, a milestone FDA approval, & Moderna’s shrinking business

Drug Excipient Business Development Reports now Available on Amazon

STAT+: Buyer’s remorse: How a Medicare Advantage business is strangling one of its first funders

Biocon Biologics successfully integrates acquired biosimilars business across 120 countries

Business and Passion

Grow Your Business With Google: Cheat Sheet for Pharmacies

AZ launches digital clinical trials business

STAT+: Mark Cuban teams with a business coalition in bid to lower drug costs for employers

Alkem Laboratories brands API business as Alkem Activa

STAT+: Telehealth companies that prescribed controlled substances during the pandemic brace for business to change

Transforming business with War Games

Alfasigma to acquire Galapagos’ Jyseleca business

Ajinomoto spices up its biopharma business with gene therapy deal

Listen: Explaining the E.U.’s pharma overhaul, Lilly’s booming business, & a long-awaited drug approval

HealthPlix appoints new senior VP-Pharma, Business Development & Growth Catalyst

Warning over ‘inappropriate business behaviours’ around Pharmacy First

AstraZeneca launches new digital health solutions business Evinova

AstraZeneca launches health-tech business, Evinova

Why pharma needs to leave digital transformation behind and embrace digital business

Taisho says $5bn management buyout will rev up business

BGF investment for early-stage businesses

PCMA Business Forum

Komal Bhavsar, AGM – Business Development, CILICANT | PPL Conclave 2024

STAT+: Pharmalittle: Cepheid agrees to sell a TB test at cost; Mallinckrodt weighs selling some or all businesses

How to Find the Best Digital Marketing Agency for Your Business

Viatris announces plan to divest some businesses for $3.37bn

‘Business continuity plans’ now required for temporary pharmacy closures

Pharmacy Business Conference 2023

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