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Substance use experts are sounding the alarm on another addiction: gambling

STAT

LAS VEGAS — Downstairs was a sensory overload: Roulette wheels spun, slot-machine chimes rang, and dealers hurried to scoop up stacks of casino chips resting in front of busted blackjack hands. Many gamblers held a drink in one hand and a cigarette in the other.  It was perhaps a strange setting for a conference about substance use treatment.

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Researchers design genetic mole reversal therapy for rare skin condition

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Congenital melanocytic naevus syndrome can cover up to 80% of the bodies of children

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Opinion: Listen: Why Long Covid can feel scarier than a gun to the head

STAT

Millions of people around the world are living with long Covid, a medically perplexing, and potentially debilitating, condition. Rachel Hall-Clifford is one of them. As a medical anthropologist, she’s well suited to understanding long Covid. But as a mother, wife, friend, researcher, and teacher, it drags her down, just as it does so many others.

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Blood test could spot Parkinson’s years earlier

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An AI-powered blood test that may be able to predict Parkinson’s years before symptoms develop could allow earlier treatment and guide trials of new treatments

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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+: Novant Health calls off North Carolina hospital deal, giving a win to the FTC

STAT

Just two weeks ago, it appeared Novant Health was on the precipice of finalizing a deal to acquire two hospitals north of Charlotte, even though federal antitrust regulators, North Carolina officials, and economists were worried the deal would give Novant near-monopoly power in the region. But Novant, a nonprofit hospital system with $8 billion of revenue, decided to call off the deal mere hours after a federal court of appeals temporarily prevented Novant from buying the hospitals until the Fed

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How data is critical to commercialising drugs for rare diseases

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Discover the importance of data in the process of commercialising drugs for rare diseases and how it plays a critical role in advancing treatment options for patients. Learn more about orphan diseases and drug development.

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First patient dosed in Assembly Biosciences’ phase 1b trial for hepatitis B treatment

Pharmafile

Assembly Biosciences has announced that the first participant has been dosed in its phase 1b trial of ABI-4334, the company’s next-generation capsid assembly modulator (CAM) candidate currently being developed for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. The post First patient dosed in Assembly Biosciences’ phase 1b trial for hepatitis B treatment appeared first on Pharmafile.

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Maternity care needs improvement, healthtech can help

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Improving maternity care is crucial, and healthtech innovations can play a significant role in enhancing maternal health outcomes. Explore how technology can revolutionise maternal care.

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Claim Pharmacy First for any minor ailment GP referral, says CPE

The Pharmacist

Pharmacies can be paid for a Pharmacy First consultation for any minor illness that is referred from a GP surgery, even if this is not covered by the seven common conditions listed in the service specification, Community Pharmacy England (CPE) has clarified. And they warned that rejecting GP referrals inappropriately ‘may affect the GP practice […] The post Claim Pharmacy First for any minor ailment GP referral, says CPE appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Marea’s $190m double round heads latest biotech financings

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Marea Therapeutics raises $190m for cardiometabolic pipeline, with Santa Ana Bio, Opthea, InduPro, Elion, and iOnctura also completing rounds

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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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Uncovering Lucrative Low-Competition Generic Drug Opportunities

Drug Patent Watch

In the ever-evolving pharmaceutical landscape, savvy businesses are constantly on the lookout for untapped markets and lucrative opportunities. One area that has garnered significant attention is the realm of low-competition generic drugs.

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Third fire at Novo Nordisk, but company says there’s no link

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Novo Nordisk has been affected by a third fire in a month, the latest involving an office building near its Copenhagen headquarters.

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Beacon Therapeutics’ AGTC-501 holds potential to become first gene therapy in XLRP space: GlobalData

Express Pharma

Beacon Therapeutics initiated the final leg of the race for its lead asset, AGTC-501 (laruparetigene zovaparvovec), announcing recently that the company has treated its first patient in the pivotal trial, VISTA. Currently, the only retinitis pigmentosa therapy on the market is Spark Therapeutics’ Luxturna (voretigene neparvovec), a retinoid isomerohydrolase activator, indicated for patients with confirmed biallelic RPE65 mutation-associated retinal dystrophy.

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Sobi gets EU okay for long-acting haemophilia A drug

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Sobi’s long-acting rVIII drug Altuvoct has been cleared for haemophilia A in the EU, with a label that spans all ages and any disease severity.

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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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Rajnish Rohatgi appointed as CEO of Orchid AMS

Express Pharma

Orchid Pharma, a Chennai-based pharmaceutical company catering across the pharmaceutical value chain (discovery to delivery) with expertise in R&D and marketing, has announced the appointment of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Rajnish Rohatgi. He will be responsible for setting up a new division focused on promoting the rational use of anti-infectives, to favourably impact a key aspect of Indian public health.

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Pharma Pulse 6/19/24: DIA 2024 Coverage, How Orange Peels Connect to Heart Health & more

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The latest news for pharma industry insiders.

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ASCO 2024 - Henar Hevia and Carolyn Sousa

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Watch the exclusive interview with Henar Hevia and Carolyn Sousa at ASCO 2024 as they discuss the latest advancements in cancer research and treatment. Get insights and updates in this informative video.

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Mainz Biomed CEO discusses stool test for colorectal cancer vs Galleri blood test

Outsourcing Pharma

Catching cancer early can save lives because it can be treated before it spreads in the body.

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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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Looking Ahead to Cardinal Health's Biosimilar Pipeline

Pharmaceutical Commerce

In an interview with Pharma Commerce Editor Nicholas Saraceno, Fran Gregory, PharmD, Vice President of Emerging Therapies, Cardinal Health, discusses what to expect from Cardinal Health's biosimilars pipeline.

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AI and real-world data integration: Transforming clinical trials and drug development - panel at DIA Global

Outsourcing Pharma

During a panel discussion held at DIA Global in San Diego this week, which was moderated by Peter Wahl, industry experts delved into the integration of real-world (RW) data and advanced technologies to accelerate drug development.

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IBI-343 by Innovent Biologics for Solid Tumor: Likelihood of Approval

Pharmaceutical Technology

IBI-343 is under clinical development by Innovent Biologics and currently in Phase I for Solid Tumor.

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Amazon extends $5 generic subscription service to Medicare

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Amazon Pharmacy is expanding its subscription service for generic medicines, making it available to Medicare patients

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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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Speaking a Second Language Has Countless Benefits in the Pharmacy Setting

Pharmacy Times

Being able to communicate in a different language can improve treatment adherence and medication efficacy outcomes

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Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Hungary?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the drugs with the most patents in Hungary. Patents must be filed in each country (or, in some cases regional patent office) where patent protection is desired.

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Iambic secures $50m to bolster clinical oncology programme pipeline

Pharmaceutical Business Review

New investors Mubadala Capital and Exor Ventures spearheaded this oversubscribed round. The Series B extension also saw participation from Qatar Investment Authority, alongside current stakeholders including Abingworth and Illumina Ventures. The additional funds add to the previously secured funds of $100m in the initial Series B round in October. Ascenta Capital and Abingworth jointly led the Series B funding round with contributions from NVIDIA and other investors.

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Pharma and medtech companies need to team up for wound management

Pharmaceutical Technology

Polaroid Therapeutics’ CEO suggests that pharma should partner with medtech to prevent antibiotic resistance in wound management.

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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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EC grants marketing authorisation to Sobi’s Altuvoct for haemophilia A treatment

Pharmafile

Sobi has announced that the European Commission (EC) has granted marketing authorisation for Altuvoct (efanesoctocog alfa) for the treatment and prevention of bleeds and perioperative prophylaxis in haemophilia A. The post EC grants marketing authorisation to Sobi’s Altuvoct for haemophilia A treatment appeared first on Pharmafile.

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Expert: Maternal Health Disparities, Role of Pharmacists in Improving Outcomes

Pharmacy Times

Reducing maternal mortality through improving access, screening, education and providing support during pregnancy.

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Mainz Biomed CEO discusses stool test for colorectal cancer vs Galleri blood test

Outsourcing Pharma

Catching cancer early can save lives because it can be treated before it spreads in the body.

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Educate Patients About Cough and Cold Product Ingredients

Pharmacy Times

Read the Drug Facts Label to Learn More About OTC Medications.

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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.