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FEBRUARY 4, 2025
The National Institutes of Health is at a crossroads with the RECOVER Initiative, its flagship program to address long Covid. Designed to provide answers and treatments for the millions suffering from long-term effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection, the initiative has already received significant criticism for failing to prioritize the needs of patients and advance meaningful clinical trials.
Safe Biologics
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Michael Reilly in RealClearHealth: Don’t Let a “Lame Duck” Congress Gamble with Patient Health On December 20th, RealClearHealth published an op-ed by ASBM Executive Director Michael Reilly discussing concerns that the Biosimilar Red Tape Elimination Act would lower standards for biosimilar medications. The opinion highlights concerns that this bill might be included in the end of year continuing resolution bill, without properly considering the impacts on patients.
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STAT
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) has had a taxpayer-funded drug development program for nearly 70 years, initiated at a time when there was no private investment in oncology drugs. I worked closely with NCI’s Investigational Drug Branch (IDB) from 1990-2016, including as a principal investigator of one of only six contracts with NCI to conduct Phase 1 clinical trials from 1990-1995, and serving as co-chair of NCI’s Investigational Drug Steering Committee from 2005-2008.
The Pharmacist
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Prescribers must independently verify a persons weight, height and/or body mass index before prescribing weight-loss medication, new guidance from the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) has mandated. And for all high-risk medicines, prescribing decisions cannot solely be based on information provided through an online questionnaire. Any information provided by a patient must be independently verified, either […] The post New rules for online pharmacies supplying weight-loss injections a
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.
Express Pharma
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Alembic Pharmaceuticals has announced that Dr Archana Hingorani has completed her second consecutive term of five years as an Independent Director of the company. Following the completion of her tenure, she ceases to be a Director with effect from the end of the day on 3 February 2025. The company disclosed this development in a regulatory filing under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
STAT
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
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Pharmacist Digest brings together the best content for pharmacists from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Pharma Leaders
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
The pharmaceutical industry is in a period of rapid transformation. Driven by innovation and evolving patient needs, companies face challenges balancing competitiveness, regulatory hurdles, R&D improvements, and diversity initiatives. Three key trends define this era: 1. Diversity in Clinical Trials: A Core Priority Diversity in trials is shifting from compliance to a core design element.
Express Pharma
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
The Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India (Pharmexcil), an authorised body under the Government of India for pharmaceutical export promotion, has appointed Bhavin Mukund Mehta, Wholetime Director of Kilitch Drugs (India) Limited, as its Vice-Chairman. Bhavin Mehta has over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. As Director at Kilitch Drugs (India), he led the companys export initiatives, expanding its presence beyond India while also strengthening its position in the
BioPharma Dive
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy joined his Republican colleagues in voting to advance Kennedy's nomination to a vote by the full Senate.
Pharma Times
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Partnership aims to create recombinant nanobodies to treat immune disorders
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
Drug Channels
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
ICYMI, the largest three pharmaceutical wholesalersCardinal Health, Cencora, and McKessonare using vertical integration to build significant market positions in businesses beyond drug distribution. In the video clip below, I review the vertical integration status of the largest three pharmaceutical wholesalers, illustrated in the chart below. [Click to Enlarge] I also: Explain how wholesalers have strengthened their position in buy-and-bill channels for provider-administered drugs through vertic
Pharmaceutical Technology
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
The cuts at two Massachusetts plants follow further site closures and layoffs across the company over the past few years.
pharmaphorum
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
After setbacks with psychedelics, phase 2b data with GH Research's GH001 for treatment-resistant depression could lift confidence in the category
Pharma Times
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Study shows AP-325 offers lasting pain relief without central side effects
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pharmaphorum
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Revolutionise your research process with Axtria Rapid CSR to produce faster and more accurate clinical study reports. Improve efficiency and accuracy in your clinical studies with these advanced solutions.
BioPharma Dive
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Sen. Bill Cassidy, whose “yes” vote advanced Kennedy’s nomination as health secretary, said Kennedy promised to maintain a key CDC vaccine panel without change.
pharmaphorum
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
A GABA-targeting drug developed by German Biotech Algiax has shown proof of concept in a chronic neuropathic trial trial.
BioPharma Dive
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Flagship’s Pioneering Medicines initiative could acquire Omega’s assets via a stalking horse bid, according to a regulatory filing.
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.
The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Group action with 3,500 claimants alleges company knew its talcum powder products contained dangerous asbestos Lawyers representing 3,500 claimants are preparing to sue the pharmaceutical firm Johnson & Johnson (J&J) over alleged links between talcum powder and cancer, in what is expected to be one of the largest pharmaceutical product group actions in English and Welsh legal history.
pharmaphorum
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Pfizer's Braftovi, just approved by the FDA as a first-line treatment for colorectal cancer based on response data, also extends patient survival.
EMCrit Project
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
EMCrit RACC-Lit for January 2025 All the literature goodness! EMCrit Project by Scott Weingart, MD FCCM.
Pharmaceutical Technology
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Developers celebrate gains for advances with radiopharmaceuticals while regulators and isotope suppliers work to keep up.
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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.
PharmaTech
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
The optimization of processes for the development and manufacture of biopharmaceuticals is pivotal for producing quality products.
World Pharma News
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Secondary prevention medications for cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are underused globally and additional strategies to increase their use are needed to improve CVD management and reduce premature mortality rates, according to study published today in JACC, the flagship journal of the American College of Cardiology. The study observed participants with CVD from 17 countries over 12 years and found that medication use remains low with little improvement.
BioPharma Dive
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Executives pulled back on a 2030 sales target of $11 billion as demand for the HPV shot shrinks amid China market turmoil.
pharmaphorum
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Nearly 700,000 women will be recruited into an NHS trial of AI tools for breast cancer screening, in the hope of relieving pressure on radiologists.
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.
Pharmacy Times
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Investigators noted that the differences between the 3 respiratory infections were not as pronounced during the 2023-2024 season.
Pharmaceutical Technology
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Telethon Foundation is seeking approval for a gene therapy to treat the rare disease Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome.
Pharmacy Times
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Investigators found that 60% of individuals with type 2 diabetes are vitamin D deficient.
Pharmaceutical Technology
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
USC has received a $6m grant from the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) to advance a new gene therapy for glioblastoma.
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