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STAT+: Scientific societies call for a moratorium on using CRISPR to create genetically modified children

STAT

Leading trade organizations representing the makers of cell and gene therapies are calling for a 10-year international moratorium on the use of CRISPR and other DNA-editing tools to create genetically modified children, according to a draft of the declaration provided to STAT.  The move — coming more than seven years after Chinese researcher He Jiankui announced the birth of the world’s first CRISPR babies — is intended to send a clear signal to the global scientific co

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Procurement Mistakes That Are Costing Your Pharma Business Millions

Drug Patent Watch

"Millions Lost in the Shadows: Uncovering the Hidden Costs of Ineffective Procurement Strategies in the Pharmaceutical Industry As the pharmaceutical industry grapples with rising costs and shrinking profit margins, a stealthy culprit is quietly draining resources: procurement mistakes. A new report reveals that inadequate procurement practices are costing pharma businesses millions, threatening the very foundation of their operations.

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Mental health care may be harder to obtain after HHS rule reversal

STAT

For a recent therapy session, Andria Donaghy’s insurance plan paid her psychiatric nurse practitioner only $11 on a $125 service.  “To even put that on paper is insulting,” she said. “These people give their lives [to help others] and that’s what you pay them?

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Newron’s programme for treatment-resistant schizophrenia therapy approved

Pharmafile

Newron Pharmaceuticals has announced the approval for its ENIGMA-TRS phase 3 development programme evaluating evenamide as an add-on therapy to current antipsychotics in patients with treatment-resistant schizophrenia (TRS). This is a significant milestone Newrons endeavour to rollout the therapy as a conventional treatment for these patients. The ENIGMA-TRS phase 3 development programme consists of two […] The post Newrons programme for treatment-resistant schizophrenia therapy approved a

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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+: State AI laws would be banned under clause buried in House budget bill

STAT

A small but powerful nugget is buried in the text of the House budget reconciliation bill released this week: a clause that would ban state and local governments from enforcing any laws on AI, even ones that have already been put into effect.  While policy experts have been calling for clarity on “preemption” of AI regulations — whether federal laws supersede state and local laws — for Congress to assert its authority without actually setting down rules of its ow

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How to transform EHR data into useful clinical insights using AI

Pharmaceutical Technology

AI and machine learning can transform fragmented and unstructured healthcare data. But how do you refine it into useful, research-ready data?

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FDA clears Ensoma’s application for rare genetic disorder treatment

Pharmaceutical Technology

The FDA has cleared the IND for Ensoma's EN-374, targeting X-linked chronic granulomatous disease (X-CGD), a rare genetic disorder.

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InnoCare’s Mesutoclax obtains breakthrough therapy designation in China

Pharmaceutical Business Review

This designation is intended for the treatment of BTKi-treated relapsed or refractory mantle cell lymphoma (R/R MCL). Mesutoclax becomes the inaugural BCL2 inhibitor to receive BTD recognition in the country. The medication is formulated as an orally bioavailable inhibitor, which can be administered as a standalone treatment or in conjunction with orelabrutinib.

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GLP-1 Surge Fuels 10.2% Rise in US Prescription Drug Spending in 2024, ASHP Reports

PharmExec

Weight-loss and diabetes drugs dominated pharmaceutical spending last year, according to a new report by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, who warns of tariff-driven supply chain threats and continued growth in clinic drug costs.

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Abeona secures cash runway with $155m priority review voucher sale

Pharmaceutical Technology

Abeonas deal value is in line with recent voucher sale transactions amid uncertain times in rare disease drug development.

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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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Unique Challenges in Repurposing Drugs for Addiction Treatment

PharmExec

Armando Castro, partner, emerging companies, venture capital, Lowenstein Sandler, explains how repurposing GLP-1s and psychedelics for addiction treatment introduces unexpected patent challenges, liability concerns, and complex state-by-state regulatory hurdles.

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Reducing patient burden in rare disease trials: DCTs for increased patient centricity

Pharmaceutical Technology

Mobile healthcare, web-based tech, and wearables are all contributing to a clinical trials landscape that puts the patient first.

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Earned Media and ASCO: Provide Context Beyond the Data

PharmExec

The latest Q&A installment in Pharm Exec's earned media series details key strategies for leveraging breaking news at industry trade shows, including the upcoming American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting.

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Carefully Consider Optimal Timing of RSV Vaccination in Older Adults

Pharmacy Times

Administration during peak vaccine effectiveness provides maximal protective benefit

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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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MHRA approves AstraZeneca’s Trixeo Aerosphere inhaler for COPD

Pharmaceutical Technology

The UK MHRA has approved AstraZeneca's Trixeo Aerosphere inhaler to treat adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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Our journey to Net Zero

Fuld & Company Blog

At Fuld, we are committed to achieving carbon neutrality across our global operations, embedding sustainability principles into how we work and how we grow as a business. As part of this journey, we have completed a comprehensive audit of our net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to calculate our carbon footprint for 2024. This is now being independently verified by SGS , a leading testing, inspection and certification company, to provide an official verification statement of our GHG emissions.

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A Chaotic Moment for Pharma Marketing: Q&A with Julius Ramirez

PharmExec

OncLive serves as the connection to oncology, including groundbreaking cancer news and interviews with top oncologists in multimedia formats.

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GLP-1RAs show anti-cancer benefits beyond weight loss

Pharmaceutical Technology

GlobalData analysis predicts the global GLP-1RA market will reach $168bn by 2033, with Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly to dominate the market.

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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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Serialization System SOPs

Pharmaceutical Commerce

In the final part of his Pharma Commerce video interview, Michael Rowe, Two Labs senior director of DSCSA/serialization compliance services, discusses the obstacles in documenting and proving DSCSA compliance.

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Using DrugPatentWatch to Support Out-Licensing and Partnering Decisions

Drug Patent Watch

"Unlocking the Secrets to Smarter Partnerships: How One Tool is Revolutionizing the Way Pharma Companies Approach Out-Licensing and Partnering Decisions As the pharmaceutical industry continues to evolve, companies are under increasing pressure to maximize their portfolios and minimize risk. But with thousands of patents expiring every year, it's becoming increasingly difficult to navigate the complex landscape of intellectual property.

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Digital support reduces GLP-1 dose needed for weight loss

pharmaphorum

Combining weight-loss drugs with online patient support can achieve results that match the drugs given on their own, but with a much-reduced dose.

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AMTF report reveals that insulin remains out of reach for T1D patients in LMICs, children facing gross inequities

Express Pharma

Children and young people (CYP) living in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) face gross inequities when it comes to the diagnosis and treatment of type 1 diabetes (T1D). Without sustainable access to diabetes care, they are unable to manage this chronic condition, leading to severe outcomes that are entirely preventable. With global cases of T1D among CYP expected to reach 2.2 million by 2040, a new report from the Access to Medicine Foundation, sheds light on current efforts to address ac

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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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CNBC | US-China trade war pushed supply chain to breaking point, data shows

Pharma and Life Sciences Blog

CNBC | US-China trade war pushed supply chain to breaking point, data shows Dnyaneshm Tue, 05/13/2025 - 21:02 External URL Read More

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Growth in prescribers will ‘reduce need’ for PGDs in Pharmacy First

The Pharmacist

Pharmacy First in Scotland will rely less on patient group directions (PGDs) as more pharmacists qualify as prescribers, the Scottish Government has suggested. New planning documents from the government have reconfirmed its commitment to expanding Pharmacy First to include a greater number of clinical conditions. The Scottish Governments NHS Operational Improvement Plan published in March […] The post Growth in prescribers will reduce need for PGDs in Pharmacy First appeared first on The P

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Adaptogens For Stress | Boost Resilience Naturally

Welltopia Pharmacy

What Are Adaptogens For Stress And How Do They Work? Adaptogens are a group of herbs and natural compounds that help the body handle stress better. They dont just cover up stress. They help you deal with it in a more balanced way. When life throws a curveball, adaptogens help your body stay steady.

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HER3 re-emerges as a pivotal target in the fight against cancer

World Pharma News

A new publication shines a spotlight on HER3, a long-overlooked member of the ErbB receptor family, revealing its critical role in cancer progression and resistance to therapy. Once considered a passive player due to its weak kinase activity, HER3 is now recognized as a major contributor to the survival and spread of various solid tumors, including breast, lung, colorectal, pancreatic, and gynecologic cancers.

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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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Genentech and Roche Expand US Footprint with New North Carolina Manufacturing Facility

PharmaTech

The proposed $700 million, 700,000-square-foot space will support the companies future joint portfolio of next-generation obesity medicines.

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Galapagos drops plan to split after 'market developments'

pharmaphorum

Shortly after announcing a plan to separate its drug and cell therapy businesses into two separate companies, Galapagos has had a change of heart.

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Research Suggests Natural Supplementation Could Decrease Biological Age

Pharmacy Times

A natural aging supplement enhances muscle strength and reduces biological age, promoting healthier aging.

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Q1 Clinical trials round-up: Jan-Mar 2025

pharmaphorum

The first quarter of 2025 saw a wave of significant advancements in clinical research across oncology, neurology, dermatology, respiratory, and rare diseases.

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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.