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STAT+: Ohio court sides with CVS, Walmart, and Walgreens in opioid case

STAT

The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that three of the largest pharmacy chain operators in the U.S. could not be held liable under a state nuisance law for contributing to the long-running opioid crisis. In a 5-to-2 vote, the court determined that the law barred two Ohio counties from obtaining a $650.9 million judgement that was won in a federal court against CVS Health, Walgreens, and Walmart.

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Non-clinical pharmacy managers could be regulated under new government proposals

The Pharmacist

Non-clinical pharmacy managers in England could come under the scope of regulation proposals launched by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). Itspublic consultation sets out measures that aim to increase accountability of NHS managers and leaders, and set clear and consistent professional standards, including a potential regulatory system.

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STAT+: Eli Lilly to test obesity medications as treatments for alcohol and drug addiction, CEO says

STAT

Eli Lilly, the company that makes the blockbuster weight loss treatment Zepbound, will start studying its obesity products as treatments for alcohol and drug abuse, making it the first major drugmaker to do so, CEO David Ricks said Tuesday. Emerging research suggests that GLP-1 drugs — Zepbound is one such treatment — not only reduce food cravings but may also suppress desires for other substances.

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India’s Growing Importance in Generic Drug API Manufacturing

Drug Patent Watch

India has long been recognized as a significant player in the global pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the production of generic drugs. The country’s pharmaceutical sector has experienced substantial growth over the years, driven by both domestic and international demand for affordable and high-quality medicines. This article delves into India’s growing importance in generic drug API manufacturing, highlighting the key factors contributing to its success and the challenges it

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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+: Do GLP-1s work for Parkinson’s? A health tech startup pitches pharma on quick answers

STAT

NEW YORK — On the 77th floor of One World Trade Center, in an office with panoramic views of Manhattan, executives from pharma and biotech companies like Regeneron and Merck heard the pitch: Please help us study GLP-1s in Parkinson’s disease. With the explosion in popularity of diabetes and weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Zepbound, GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs have been hyped as potential miracle cures for many diseases.

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How CDMOs Can Help with Regulatory Challenges

Drug Patent Watch

The pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries are heavily regulated, and navigating these regulations can be a significant challenge for companies, especially those with limited experience. Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) play a crucial role in helping companies overcome these regulatory hurdles. Here, we will explore how CDMOs can provide support in regulatory compliance, ensuring that products meet the strict demands of safety, purity, and efficacy.

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The Benefits of Integrated CDMO Services: Streamlining Drug Development and Manufacturing

Drug Patent Watch

The pharmaceutical industry has undergone significant changes over the past decade, with a growing trend towards outsourcing key aspects of research, development, and manufacturing to third-party vendors. This shift has led to the emergence of integrated contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs), which provide end-to-end support for drug developers.

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Researchers are betting on cockroaches as the cure to elitism in neuroscience

STAT

Cockroaches are a hardy pest, and often elicit disgust. But they do have a few things going for them: They are cheap, can be raised in a space as small as a shoebox, and aren’t dangerous to humans. That makes the insects uniquely qualified for neuroscience outreach, according to researchers trying to create low-cost tools and free computer programs that can entice students in high school and college to pursue careers in the field.

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How do patent thickets vary across different countries

Drug Patent Watch

Patents play a crucial role in protecting intellectual property and fostering innovation. However, the increasing complexity of patent systems has given rise to a phenomenon known as “patent thickets.” These dense webs of overlapping patent rights can significantly impact innovation, market entry, and competition across various industries and countries.

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Uniqure gets FDA OK to seek accelerated approval

STAT

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. I’m back from my three-week vacation. No big news happened while I was gone, right?

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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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Cellenkos presents promising phase 1b data for CK0804 in myelofibrosis

Pharma Times

New cell therapy shows potential in treating advanced blood disorder

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What the U.S. can learn from Portugal’s health system

STAT

Get your daily dose of health and medicine every weekday with STAT’s free newsletter Morning Rounds.  Sign up here. Good morning. Let’s get to the news.

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CatalYm shows potential of visugromab for treating cachexia

Pharma Times

New findings presented at international SCWD conference

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Uber offers free rides and meals with NHS email address

The Pharmacist

Pharmacists with an NHS email address will be able to claim free lifts and meal vouchers this Christmas, as part of an annual campaign organised by Uber. Those behind the initiative, which is in its eighth year running, said it was Ubers way of expressing heartfelt thanks and making NHS staffs holiday season a bit […] The post Uber offers free rides and meals with NHS email address appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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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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How to Use Vitamins and Supplements for Optimal Health

Compounding Pharmacy of America

Learn how to optimize your health with vitamins and supplements. Discover their benefits, how to use them effectively, and tips for personalizing your supplement routine. The post How to Use Vitamins and Supplements for Optimal Health appeared first on Compounding Pharmacy of America.

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The Role of Scientific Expertise in Generic Drug Development

Drug Patent Watch

Generic drug development is a complex process that involves not only scientific and medical expertise but also adherence to strict legal and ethical standards. Scientific expertise plays a crucial role in ensuring that generic drugs are held to the same standards of quality, safety, and efficacy as their brand-name counterparts. This article will delve into the importance of scientific expertise in generic drug development, highlighting the key areas where scientific knowledge is essential.

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Syngene announces winners of the annual science quiz ‘Synquizitive’

Express Pharma

Syngene International, an integrated research, development, and manufacturing services organisation, announced the winners of the third edition of its annual science quiz, Synquizitive. This year, the initiative engaged students from 200 government schools across Bengaluru, Dakshin Kannada and Hyderabad, in partnership with Biocon Foundation and Agastya International Foundation.

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Analyzing the impact of biosimilars on biologic drug manufacturing technologies

Drug Patent Watch

Biosimilars have been transforming the pharmaceutical landscape by offering cost-effective alternatives to biologic drugs. As patents for these biologics expire, the market for biosimilars is expanding rapidly, with significant implications for manufacturing technologies. This article delves into the impact of biosimilars on biologic drug manufacturing technologies, highlighting the challenges, opportunities, and future directions in this field.

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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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Seres’ SER-155 gains breakthrough status for BSIs reduction

Pharmaceutical Technology

Seres Therapeutics has received US FDA breakthrough therapy designation for its SER-155, aimed at decreasing BSIs.

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NICE RECOMMENDS LILLY’S TIRZEPATIDE (MOUNJARO ®▼) FOR MANAGING OVERWEIGHT AND OBESITY IN FINAL DRAFT GUIDANCE

Pharmafile

BASINGSTOKE, 5th December 2024 Eli Lilly and Company announced today that the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published final draft guidance recommending tirzepatide as an option for managing overweight and obesity, alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity, in adults with an initial Body Mass Index (BMI) of at […] The post NICE RECOMMENDS LILLYS TIRZEPATIDE (MOUNJARO ) FOR MANAGING OVERWEIGHT AND OBESITY IN FINAL DRAFT GUIDANCE appeared

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ASH 2024: Regeneron’s Ordspono faces challenges, but positive results signal hope

Pharmaceutical Technology

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Pharmacy Leaders Eye Opportunities, Challenges for Legislation in the Year Ahead

Pharmacy Times

The progress made in areas like scope expansion and reimbursement is encouraging, suggesting a growing recognition of pharmacists value within the health care system.

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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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New Amsterdam stock jumps as LDL-C lowering drug scores again at Phase III

Pharmaceutical Technology

The results from the Phase III trial found the LDL-C treatment to be well tolerated with a reduction in low-density lipoprotein cholesterol.

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Top 3 Highest-Paid Pharmacy Jobs: Are They Worth It?

The Happy PharmD

Pharmacists often face a tough reality when it comes to salary. The average pharmacist salary, which increased from $125K in 2019 to $129K in 2020, sounds like progress, but when adjusted for inflation, the buying power has actually decreased. The truth is, inflation is outpacing our pay increases faster than wed like to admit. But there’s more to this story, and it could reshape your view on what a successful pharmacy career looks like.

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RSV prophylactic market to reach $6.2bn in 8MM by 2030

Pharmaceutical Technology

The respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) prophylaxis market across the eight major markets (8MM) - comprising the US, the five major European markets (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the UK), Japan, and Australia - is forecast to grow from $582m in 2020 to $6.2bn in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate of 26.7%, with the paediatric and adult segments accounting for $2.2bn and $4.0bn, respectively.

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Real-Time Roadside Monitoring of Unreported VOC Emissions from Road Transport by SIFT-MS

PharmExec

This application note summarizes key SIFT-MS results presented in a peer reviewed article entitled Unreported VOC Emissions from Road Transport Including from Electric Vehicles. Learn how the Wolfson Atmospheric Chemistry Laboratory at the University of York used SIFT-MS for VOC analysis in its platform to experimentally verify that motor vehicle screen wash is a significant unreported source of VOC emissions (especially for ethanol and methanol).

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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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EMA validates Chiesi and Protalix’s dose variation for Fabry disease

Pharmaceutical Technology

The EMA has validated Chiesi Global Rare Diseases and Protalixs submission to update the dosing regimen of pegunigalsidase alfa.

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High-Throughput Analysis of Volatile Compounds in Air, Water, and Soil Using SIFT-MS

PharmExec

This study demonstrates high-throughput analysis of BTEX compounds from several matrices (air, water and soil). Detection limits in the single-digit part-per-billion concentration range (by volume) are readily achievable within seconds using SIFT-MS because sample analysis is achieved without chromatography, pre-concentration, or drying. We also present a calibration approach that enables speciation of ethylbenzene from the xylenes in real-time.

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Santhera’s DMD therapy Agamree approved for NHS use after new price deal

Pharmaceutical Technology

An improved price discount and new evidence from Santhera has changed NICEs tune following a recommendation shun earlier this year.

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Real-Time Measurement of EPA Regulated HON Compounds and Environmental Pollutants Using SIFT-MS

PharmExec

This application note summarizes key SIFT-MS results presented in a peer reviewed article entitled Unreported VOC Emissions from Road Transport Including from Electric Vehicles. Learn how the Wolfson Atmospheric Chemistry Laboratory at the University of York used SIFT-MS for VOC analysis in its platform to experimentally verify that motor vehicle screen wash is a significant unreported source of VOC emissions (especially for ethanol and methanol).

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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.