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Why doesn’t the U.S. have more Black midwives?

STAT

In the wake of growing alarm over the disproportionately high rates of maternal mortality in the U.S., maternal health experts have been pushing for changes — including expanding the midwife workforce. Studies have shown that deliveries attended by midwives tend to have fewer complications and better outcomes, partially because midwife training relies less on medical intervention, leading to fewer C-sections.

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Endangered horseshoe crabs could lead the charge in pharma’s animal-free future

PharmaVoice

An effort to spare the species from blood collection is one of many ways the industry is turning away from animals for R&D.

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STAT+: David Liu startup to focus on getting CRISPR therapy to hard-to-reach cells

STAT

David Liu, the Broad Institute biochemist behind two powerful forms of genome editing, is launching a company focused on delivering gene-editing machinery to precise cells and tissues in the body, STAT has learned. The company, known as Nvelop, already raised a $100 million seed round last year, according to PitchBook. It is being run by Jeff Walsh, a former top executive at Bluebird Bio, and it recently recruited Bluebird’s head of research, Melissa Bonner, according to two people with k

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FDA approves Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna’s adapted COVID-19 vaccines

Pharma Times

The updated vaccines more closely target current circulating variants - News - PharmaTimes

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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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STAT+: Patients, doctors press FTC to beef up hospital merger scrutiny

STAT

Comments to antitrust regulators lay bare Americans’ anger and disillusionment over consolidation’s effects on all sectors of the economy, but especially health care. A 24-year-old wrote that after his hometown hospital in Indiana merged with a bigger group, his mom, who worked there, found it harder to provide good care amid staff cuts and reduced support.

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Opinion: Where are HHS and the FTC on online privacy for people with substance use disorder?

STAT

The era of rampant, unconsented, and unregulated online data collection may finally be winding down for consumer health data. But the advances in consumer privacy have not yet fully reached the millions of people with health information related to their drug use, substance use disorder treatment, or recovery. In July, two key agencies for consumer health privacy, the Department of Health and Human Services and the Federal Trade Commission, sent  letters  to 130

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De-risking visible particles through component selection

PharmaVoice

The visual inspection of injectable drug product has been a regulatory requirement since 1936, however, successful implementation of the standard has been challenging for many organizations.

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STAT+: Medicare wants to increase payments for heart rehab. Hospitals see an opening to get more

STAT

Medicare plans to pay more for a type of cardiac rehabilitation that takes place in certain outpatient clinics owned by hospitals. Medicare has admitted it is doing so due to an error in reading federal law, but it also goes against the grain of the current environment, where support for site-neutral payments has never been higher. Some members of Congress and health care experts are pushing for a system that would not pay hospital outpatient departments more for identical services that are prov

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12 Questions with Tak Matsuoka

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12 Questions with Tak Matsuoka Mike.

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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+: Pharmalittle: U.S. Chamber and feds clash on Medicare price negotiation; South Africa probes J&J over TB-drug pricing

STAT

Good morning, everyone, and welcome to another working week. We hope the weekend respite was restful and invigorating because now that familiar routine of meetings and deadlines and what-not has returned. As you might expect, we are coping by quaffing a few cups of welcome stimulation — our flavor today is southern pecan — and, as always, we invite you to join us.

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Vividion Therapeutics starts Phase I clinical trial in advanced solid tumors with KEAP1 activator

World Pharma News

Vividion Therapeutics, Inc. (Vividion), announced today that it has initiated dosing of patients in a Phase I oncology clinical trial of its investigational oral Kelch-like ECH Associated Protein 1 (KEAP1) activator, VVD-130037. Vividion is a biopharmaceutical company utilizing novel discovery technologies to unlock high value, traditionally undruggable targets with precision therapeutics for devastating cancers and immune disorders, and a wholly owned and independently operated subsidiary of Ba

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Orchard nears FDA decision on rare disease gene therapy

BioPharma Dive

Three years after gaining European approval, Libmeldy is now under U.S. review with a deadline set for March.

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Signal: Illumina leads $15m investment in Broken String Biosciences

Pharmaceutical Technology

Embattled biotech giant Illumina has led series A funding into genomics mapping company Broken String Biosciences.

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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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Allis.health – a digital health analyst in your pocket

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Allis.health – a digital health analyst in your pocket Phil.

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Maximizing Drug Patents’ Value: Strategies for Biomedical Companies

Drug Patent Watch

The article “Maximizing the Value of Drug Patents Before Losing Exclusivity” discusses strategies for biomedical companies to maximize the value of their drug patents before the exclusivity period expires. In… The post Maximizing Drug Patents’ Value: Strategies for Biomedical Companies appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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US researchers start trials of universal flu vaccine

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US researchers start trials of universal flu vaccine Phil.

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Biocon Board appoints Peter Bains as Group CEO

Express Pharma

Biocon has approved the appointment of Peter Bains as the Group CEO, with effect from September 18, 2023. He will be reporting directly to Biocon Group Chairperson, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw. Bains has accordingly stepped down from his role on the Biocon Board as an Independent Director with immediate effect, to assume this strategic executive responsibility.

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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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CHMP backs Almirall’s eczema therapy lebrikizumab

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CHMP backs Almirall’s eczema therapy lebrikizumab Phil.

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NICE to recommend rimegepant as first acute migraine treatment

The Pharmacist

NICE has approved rimegepant as the first treatment for acute migraine, in draft guidance published this month. Around 13,000 could benefit from rimegepant (Vydura, Pfizer), said NICE after signing off its use in adults who have tried at least two triptans but they did not work well enough. It can also be used for those […] The post NICE to recommend rimegepant as first acute migraine treatment appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Dutch R&D agency spins out health wearables company

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Dutch R&D agency spins out health wearables company Phil.

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FDA revises biosimilar guidelines for clearer drug labelling

Pharmaceutical Technology

The FDA released a draft guidance giving advice on the correct labelling of biosimilar and interchangeable biosimilar products.

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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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GSK gets wide FDA approval for myelofibrosis drug

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GSK gets wide FDA approval for myelofibrosis drug Phil.

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Making us more human: Applying artificial intelligence to your clinical resourcing and talent acquisition strategy

BioPharma Dive

With the rise of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence (AI), there are many ways the clinical staffing industry can use AI advantageously while removing the stigma that the rise of technology can be dehumanizing.

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Novadiscovery’s trial simulation predicts AstraZeneca phase 3 results

Outsourcing Pharma

The French-U.S. company Novadiscovery has hailed a âwatershed moment for clinical trial designâ as its trial simulation tool successfully predicted the outcome of a phase 3 oncology trial run by AstraZeneca.

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First treatment for myelofibrosis with anaemia approved

European Pharmaceutical Review

The first and only treatment for anaemic patients with myelofibrosis has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Ojjaara (momelotinib) is indicated for intermediate or high-risk myelofibrosis, a blood cancer, including primary myelofibrosis or secondary myelofibrosis (post-polycythaemia vera and post-essential thrombocythaemia), in adults with anaemia.

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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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How pharma wants to break the efficacy ceiling in IBD

Pharmaceutical Technology

Despite major shifts in the IBD landscape, most approaches that go beyond targeting inflammation remain in the earlier stages of development.

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GSK’s Ojjaara approved by FDA for patients with blood cancer and anemia

Outsourcing Pharma

The small molecule drug Ojjaara (momelotinib), developed by GlaxoSmithKline, has become the first U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved treatment for patients with the blood cancer myelofibrosis and anemia.

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Pharmacy First PGDs ‘being worked through’

The Pharmacist

The patient group directions (PGDs) that will enable community pharmacists in England to provide a common conditions service are currently being worked through by government and NHS England (NHSE), Community Pharmacy England (CPE) chief executive Janet Morrison has confirmed. The service will utilise seven PGDs to allow community pharmacists to treat – including with antibiotics […] The post Pharmacy First PGDs ‘being worked through’ appeared first on The Pharmacist.