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Opinion: MAHA kids’ health report misinforms about tonsillectomies and ear tubes

STAT

The Make America Healthy Again commission’s recent report on children’s health has received a lot of attention for its citation errors and focus on ultra-processed foods, smartphones, and stimulant use. But the less-discussed part on “overmedicalization” of American children stood out to us. While the report mentions surgical care only briefly, it identifies two common procedures, adenotonsillectomy and tympanostomy tube (ear tube) placement, as surgeries that “

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Cipla appoints Prabhakaran Nair as Global Chief Manufacturing Officer

Express Pharma

Cipla has announced the appointment of Prabhakaran Balakrishnan Nair as its Global Chief Manufacturing Officer, effective July, 1, 2025. Nair will also join as a designated Senior Management Personnel. He is currently serving as the Chief of Quality at Ciplas Indore facility. With more than 34 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality, Nair has held leadership roles focused on regulatory adherence, operational processes, and technology-led quality systems.

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Ingredient up to 13,000 times sweeter than sugar lurks in vapes popular with teens, study shows

STAT

Ice cream, lip gloss, and sparkling water are just a few of the products that can contain neotame — an artificial sweetener that’s 7,000-13,000 times sweeter than sugar. Now researchers have found it’s also in many flavored disposable e-cigarettes, which they warn gives them extra appeal to teens and kids. The study , published Monday in JAMA, found neotame in all 11 of the popular disposable vape brands it tested, including Elf Bar, Breeze, and Mr.

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COVID’s remaining biotech contenders navigate a dwindling market

PharmaVoice

With policy and funding evolving, companies are being forced to rethink strategies.

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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+: FDA plans to begin rolling out AI tool agency-wide on Tuesday

STAT

The Food and Drug Administration plans to roll out its agency-wide AI tool on Tuesday, weeks ahead of schedule, according to a press release obtained by STAT that provides the most detailed look yet at the technology and how it may be used. Commissioner Marty Makary has hailed the potential of the AI at the FDA, saying it could save employees time and ultimately speed up regulatory reviews.

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STAT+: Bristol Myers to partner with BioNTech on experimental cancer drug

STAT

Bristol Myers Squibb said Monday it will pay the German firm BioNTech billions of dollars to split rights for an experimental cancer drug called BNT327, which works on both PD-L1, the target of blockbuster drugs Imfinzi and Tecentriq, and VEGF, the target of the blockbuster Avastin. A similar experimental antibody drug, from Summit Therapeutics and the Chinese firm Akeso, has garnered attention because it outperformed Merck’s Keytruda, the best-selling drug in the world, in a study in non

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Bristol Myers allies with BioNTech on bispecific cancer drug

BioPharma Dive

The oncology giant will pay $1.5 billion to co-develop a BioNTech drug that targets the proteins PD1 and VEGF, following Merck, and Pfizer into what’s become a competitive development race.

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STAT+: Enhertu, used as first option, stalled tumors for more than a year in women with breast cancer, study finds

STAT

CHICAGO — The cancer drug Enhertu stalled the growth of tumors by well over a year in a group of women with a type of metastatic but previously untreated breast cancer — study results reported Monday that the drug’s makers AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo believe could change the way the disease is treated for the first time in a decade.

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CDC Clarifies That Kids May Receive COVID-19 Vaccine Through Shared Clinical Decision-Making

Pharmacy Times

The CDC has updated its COVID-19 vaccine guidance for children and pregnant individuals, sparking a debate among health experts and concerns over insurance coverage.

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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+: Kymera reports early-stage success for drug meant to rival Sanofi and Regeneron’s Dupixent

STAT

Kymera Therapeutics on Monday reported that an experimental drug designed to rival Sanofi and Regeneron’s blockbuster therapy Dupixent succeeded in a closely watched early-stage trial. The Phase 1 trial, which enrolled 118 healthy volunteers, tested the safety and tolerability of KT-621, a small molecule drug that targets STAT6, a signaling protein that plays a key role in driving immune activation.

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Sanofi draws up $9.1bn plan to buy Blueprint Meds

pharmaphorum

Sanofi has bolstered its rare disease business with an agreement to buy Blueprint Medicines and blockbuster-in-waiting Ayvakit for ASM

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STAT+: On ASCO Day 4, J&J bets on Rybrevant and airs ‘innovation ecosystem’ concerns

STAT

This is the web version of STAT’s  special newslette r from the annual meeting of the American Society of Oncology. For more updates on the latest in cancer news, sign up for our Cancer Briefing newsletter  here. ASCO ends tomorrow, but alas, dear readers, this newsletter’s run of show is over. At least until next year.

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NICE recommends mirikizumab for Crohn’s disease treatment

Pharma Times

New guidance expands treatment options for eligible patients

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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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Opinion: Medicine warns doctors not to get too close. I’m glad mine did anyway

STAT

The morning of the procedure, Dr. Z greets me with uncharacteristic solemnity. “How are you feeling?” she asks, and I hear the question behind the question: How close is too close? For as long as I could remember, the hospital had been a second home. By age 5 I’d memorized the familiar litany: “Full name, date of birth, no allergies to food or medication.

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EMA Issues Positive CHMP Opinions for Fresenius Denosumab Biosimilars

Big Molecule Watch

On May 27, 2025, Fresenius Kabi (“Fresenius”) announced that the EMAs Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) had issued positive opinions for Freseniuss two denosumab biosimilar candidates. The applications for the two candidates, biosimilars to Amgens PROLIA (denosumab) and XGEVA (denosumab), respectively, cover “all indications covered by the reference products for treating different conditions including osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and in men at increa

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Application of machine learning in drug side effect prediction: databases, methods and challenges

World Pharma News

Understanding and preventing drug side effects holds a profound influence on drug development and utilization, profoundly impacting patients' physical and mental well-being. Traditional artificial drug experimentation methods are not only expensive but also time-consuming, rendering comprehensive testing a challenging task.

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BMS outlays $11bn to join BioNTech’s development of bispecific cancer drug

Pharmaceutical Technology

BMS and BioNTech will jointly develop and commercialise the asset that targets both PD-L1 and VEGF-A.

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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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FDA Approves mRNA-1283 COVID-19 Vaccine for Adults 65 and Older, Those With Underlying Conditions

Pharmacy Times

Amid intensified scrutiny of COVID-19 vaccines at HHS, Modernas mRNA-1283 COVID-19 vaccine was granted FDA approval, for patients 65 years and older and patients aged 12 to 64 years with at least 1 or more underlying risk for severe COVID-19.

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The Hidden Risks in RPM Billing: What Every US Healthcare Practice Should Know in 2025

PharmD Live

RPM’s Booming Promise and Its Perils Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is not just a trend but a core pillar of modern US healthcare. By 2025, over 71 million Americans (26% of the population) are expected to use RPM services, with the US market projected to double to $29+ billion by 2030. RPM delivers proven clinical benefits: reducing hospital admissions by 38% and ER visits by 51% , with patient satisfaction exceeding 90%.

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AstraZeneca’s Forxiga recommended for chronic kidney disease treatment

Pharma Times

Updated guidance from NICE expands eligibility for dapagliflozin us

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Celltrion, Samsung Bioepis, and Organon Receive Interchangeability Designations for Adalimumab Biosimilars

Big Molecule Watch

In the last month, the FDA has granted interchangeability status to additional adalimumab biosimilars. Biosimilars with an interchangeable designation may be substituted for the reference product at the pharmacy without intervention of the prescribing health care provider. On May 23, Celltrion announced that the FDA granted an expanded interchangeability designation for YUFLYMA (adalimumab-aaty), Celltrions biosimilar to AbbVies HUMIRA .

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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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BioNTech flips its cancer bispecific to BMS for a big profit

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Bristol Myers Squibb is spending big to avoid being left behind in the race to develop a much-touted class of bispecific antibodies for cancer

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The Dark Reality of Drug Patent Thickets: Innovation or Exploitation?

Drug Patent Watch

"The Patent Paradox: How Big Pharma's Web of Exclusivity is Suffocating Innovation As the world grapples with the rising costs of healthcare, a hidden culprit is quietly strangling the development of life-saving treatments: the 'patent thicket.' In a system designed to incentivize innovation, these complex webs of exclusive rights are instead fueling a culture of exploitation, where pharmaceutical giants use their patents to stifle competition and reap exorbitant profits.

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Vera drug scores in closely watched study in rare kidney disease

BioPharma Dive

Phase 3 results revealed Monday led shares to surge and should yield an approval application in IgA nephropathy, a competitive corner of drug research, later this year.

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Sanofi to expand immunology offerings with Blueprint Medicines

Pharmaceutical Technology

Sanofi has signed an agreement to acquire US-based Blueprint Medicines to bolster its immunology pipeline with rare disease treatments.

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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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UK shortage of critical drug forcing pancreatic cancer patients to skip meals

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

One pharmacist described scarcity of life-saving Creon as worst stock shortage they have dealt with People with pancreatic cancer are eating only one meal a day because of an acute shortage of a drug that helps them digest their food. Patients with cystic fibrosis and pancreatitis are also affected by the widespread scarcity of Creon , a form of pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT).

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R&D and tech innovation boosting biopharmaceutical market to 2030

European Pharmaceutical Review

According to research by Medi-Tech Insights, t he global biopharmaceutical market is expected to grow at a rate of 12 percent over the next five years. The authors explained that the market has an optimistic view about the remainder of 2025. However, this perspective has shifted toward a slight downtrend in previous months, citing concerns over the US BIOSECURE Act.

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Sanofi to acquire Blueprint for up to $9.5B

BioPharma Dive

The pharma giant is betting that Blueprint, whose research revolves around a certain kind of tyrosine kinase, will be a boost to its immunology business.

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