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Over the last week, companies developing artificial intelligence products for health care have announced a series of impressive fundraises that set the tone for what could be a banner year for AI investment. Timed to the J.P. Morgan Healthcare conference, the announcements include $245 million for Innovaccer, a health care data company that’s increasingly focused on AI, $141 million for Hippocratic AI, a company that develops generative AI agents to help with clinical tasks, and $105 mill
The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has put forward five key 'tests' the government must meet within its funding offer to the community pharmacy sector and has once again threatened the risk of collective action. Any funding settlement that the government offers the community pharmacy sector must meet rising costs, begin to bridge historic funding gaps, […] The post Pharmacy contract offer must meet five 'tests', says NPA appeared first on The Pharmacist.
In May 2024 , nearly 90% of pharmacies were closed for a day as thousands of pharmacists protested over “over drug shortages, pharmacy closures and fears medications could be sold online, as well as higher pay.” More recently in November 2024 , pharmacy owners voted in favor of cutting hours and stopping home deliveries in a protest over funding.
Pharmacists working at supermarket chain Morrisons are set to offer a free drinking check in a bid to help normalise the regular checking of drinking habits. Morrisons has partnered with leading alcohol-harm charity Drinkaware to roll out the checks to the public across all 117 in-store pharmacies in the UK. Pharmacists will use the charitys […] The post Morrisons' pharmacists to offer free 'drinking check' appeared first on The Pharmacist.
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.
The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday proposed curbing the level of nicotine in cigarettes to make the products less addictive in an ambitious effort to help more Americans quit smoking. The proposal would set a level of 0.7 milligrams of nicotine per gram of tobacco for cigarettes, most cigars, and pipe tobacco, compared to an average nicotine level of 17.2 mg in popular cigarette brands today.
Pharmacy First consultations in pharmacy multiples rose by 10% in the week before Christmas, compared to the previous week, the Company Chemists' Association (CCA) has revealed. CCA member pharmacies delivered 21,862 Pharmacy First consultations in the week beginning 16 December, compared to 19,778 the previous week. Given that CCA members make up around a third […] The post Pre-Christmas Pharmacy First 'surge' highlights need for accessible care appeared first on The Pharmacist.
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Hello, everyone, and how are you today? We are doing just fine, thank you, especially since the middle of the week is upon us. After all, we have made it this far so we are determined to hang on for another couple of days. And why not? The alternatives — at least those we can identify — are not so appetizing. And what better way to make the time fly than to keep busy.
A new government proposal to display nutritional labels on the front of food packaging is aimed at helping Americans make more informed choices about what they eat. An eventual side effect, research and expert commentary suggests, could be nudging the food industry to make healthier food, too. The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday unveiled a proposal, long in the works , for a mandatory food labeling system that it says is intended to combat chronic diseases, including heart disease, cance
Alembic Pharmaceuticals announced that it has received Final Approval from the US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Brexpiprazole Tablets, 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg, 3 mg and 4 mg. The approved ANDA is therapeutically equivalent to the reference listed drug product (RLD), Rexulti Tablets, 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg, 3 mg and 4 mg, of Otsuka Pharmaceutical Company, Ltd.
SAN FRANCISCO — Are we entering a world in which all of the exciting new therapeutics come from China? That question and variations of it could be heard at coffee meetings and late-night cocktail parties this week during the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference. Just days before planes full of biopharma executives and investors touched down in San Francisco, a flurry of companies launched with drug candidates from China.
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Identifying drug patents is crucial for various stakeholders, including researchers, legal professionals, and business strategists. While Google Patents is a widely used tool for searching patent information, it may not be the most effective solution for identifying drug patents. This article explores the limitations of Google Patents in this context and suggests alternative approaches.
The officials who oversee an international treaty governing endangered species recommended suspending shipments of long-tailed macaques — which are regularly used in medical research — from Cambodia. The move also follows controversy over shipments involving Charles River Laboratories, one of the largest contract research organizations serving the pharmaceutical industry.
After years of sparring, the Biden administration and Gilead Sciences have settled a contentious lawsuit over patents for a pair of HIV prevention pills in a case that raised questions about the extent to which government-funded research should lead to affordably priced medicines. At issue was a battle over patents for Truvada and a newer, upgraded version called Descovy — two highly effective and lucrative medications — as well as the role played by the federal government in makin
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.
Get your daily dose of health and medicine every weekday with STAT’s free newsletter Morning Rounds. Sign up here. Yesterday, I read a dispassionate explanation in the New York Times of how to become a better swimmer. I’m already a proficient swimmer, so I knew all of the lessons. (Keep your head looking down , guys!) But it reminded me of a favorite personal essay , also in the Times.
A study has investigated the challenges of freezing biological drug products with vials as a primary packaging container. In their study, Henle et al. assessed the suitability of different vial qualities in relation to the thermally induced mechanical stresses experienced during frozen drug product preparation and storage. The researchers stated that in recent years, novel vial types for special applications of parenteral drug products have entered the market.
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.
With antibiotic resistance a growing problem, University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have developed cutting-edge computer models that could give the disease-fighting drugs a laser-like precision to target only specific bacteria in specific parts of the body. As it stands, antibiotics kill bacteria indiscriminately.
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.
While Biogen has made an opportunistic bid for partner Sage, its top executive seemed to play down the urgency for his company to go after larger deals.
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.
Last year The Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation made a great deal of progress towards safeguarding access to mental health services for health care workers. Through its WellBeing First Champion Challenge , as of September 1, 2024, 1 dental licensure board, 29 medical licensure boards, and 4 nursing licensure boards verified their licensing applications do not include intrusive mental health questionsbenefiting more than 1.1 million licensed health workers.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced a 2.83% reduction in the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) for 2025. This change underscores a continued shift toward value-based care, focusing on improving health outcomes and controlling costs. However, the reduced reimbursement rates place significant financial and operational pressures on healthcare providers, requiring innovative strategies to maintain high-quality care.
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.
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