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Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda draws concern over possibility of international spread

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A large outbreak of Marburg virus in Rwanda is drawing international concern about the possibility of spread beyond the country’s borders. The number of cases detected so far, 27 , already makes the outbreak one of the biggest involving Marburg on record. Nine of those individuals have died. There are currently no licensed vaccines to combat the disease.

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After scoring a first for an off-the-shelf CAR-T, can Atara maintain momentum?

PharmaVoice

The company’s allogeneic therapy was OK’d in the EU and could become the first of its kind approved by the FDA in January — while eyeing the next frontier.

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STAT+: Health care CEOs dialed back their pay in 2023. They still made $3.5 billion

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Health care stocks stumbled compared with the rest of the market in 2023. Companies missed their profit targets. Some CEOs even lost their bonuses. But the biggest names in health care still made $3.5 billion combined last year, compared with $4 billion in 2022. The average chief executive brought home $11 million, while the median was $4.1 million.

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SAEM Clinical Images Series: Didn’t See That Coming

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

A 23-year-old healthy male presented to the emergency department with left eye pain, soreness, and blurry vision after being hit in the left eye with a Nerf gun bullet two days prior. He had no prior ophthalmologic history and does not wear corrective lenses. Physical Exam Left eye : Visual acuity 20/30. Intraocular Pressure 17. Pupil 3mm, irregular, minimally reactive.

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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: The fraught history of the pelvic exam

STAT

When I was a medical student in the 1980s, the school hired “pelvic instructors” who taught us how to do exams in a painless and respectful way. They even allowed us to perform practice examinations on them. But at the same time, senior doctors urged me to perform pelvic exams on anesthetized women about to get surgery — women who never gave consent.

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Why today’s leading pharma manufacturers are adopting proactive asset management strategies

PharmaVoice

In recent months, high-profile drug shortages have brought pharmaceutical manufacturing operations into the spotlight.

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Roche turns to a startup in search for new breast cancer drugs

BioPharma Dive

The Swiss pharma is paying Regor Therapeutics $850 million to buy a pair of prospects it sees as potential successors to blockbuster medicines from Pfizer and Eli Lilly.

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STAT+: DCVC Bio founders look for more quick returns, less overhyped AI, with new $400 million fund

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DCVC Bio, a Silicon Valley area investment firm launched six years ago by a group of tech, bio, and agriculture investors, has raised a new $400 million fund, it told STAT exclusively.  This is the third fund DCVC Bio has raised. It came in ahead of the original $350 million goal, according to executives.  The announcement makes DCVC Bio one of a select number of biotech VCs to raise new pools of capital this year.

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Hub and spoke changes 'delayed beyond 1 January'

The Pharmacist

Changes to hub and spoke regulation will not come into effect on 1 January 2025, as was previously intended, according to Community Pharmacy England (CPE). This is because the government needs time to brief new ministers before the proposed changes can be implemented, CPE has suggested. The negotiator said it did not have further clarity […] The post Hub and spoke changes 'delayed beyond 1 January' appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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STAT+: Q&A: Why medical AI and value-based care may be made for each other

STAT

At last count, the Food and Drug Administration has authorized 950 medical devices that use artificial intelligence and machine learning. But far fewer have made a significant impact on patient care in the United States.  For medical AI developers like James Zou, that’s a problem. The Stanford professor is invested in getting effective medical machine learning — including some of his own, FDA-cleared algorithms — adopted by health systems.

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Grow Big, Pay Smart: How To Unlock Efficiency In Payroll Management

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Running a small business is no small feat. Payroll management, in particular, can be one of the most time-consuming and complex parts of that equation. Yet, businesses that crack the code on streamlining these processes often discover not just savings, but new avenues for growth. Our expert speakers will share actionable insights and real-world examples of how businesses have reduced overhead and improved payroll efficiency.

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Preventing burnout and optimising pharmacist time with AI

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Find out how AI can help prevent burnout and optimise pharmacist time in the pharmacy setting. Learn how technology can streamline processes and improve efficiency in this crucial healthcare profession.

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STAT+: Roche seeks to project confidence on its obesity drugs — and sees room for competition

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LONDON — Roche executives on Monday argued that their experimental obesity medications would prove to have advantages over their rivals’ products — and that the huge demand for effective weight loss drugs means there is room for another company in the field. “We wouldn’t have moved forward with these assets if we didn’t feel they were differentiated,” including in their molecular makeup and how they could be used in combination with other treatmen

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Pharmacists concerned about flu vaccination workload, says PDA

The Pharmacist

Some pharmacists are being expected to fulfil flu vaccination bookings as frequently as every five minutes, the Pharmacists' Defence Association (PDA) has said. It raised concerns that expectations around flu vaccination delivery are affecting workload, stress and the delivery of other pharmacy services. The association told The Pharmacist that it has received an increase in calls from […] The post Pharmacists concerned about flu vaccination workload, says PDA appeared first on The Pharmac

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Morning Rounds: How much did health care’s top-earning CEO make in 2023?

STAT

Good morning! What would you buy if you earned $305 million in one year? Maybe I’d have a different color KitchenAid mixer for every season. Bird flu: More questions than answers as more health worker sickness is revealed An investigation into a still unexplained human case of bird flu in Missouri has turned up four more health care workers who developed mild respiratory symptoms after caring for the patient, the CDC reported on Friday.

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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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Alembic gains EIR for its Oral Solid Formulation Facility(F-1) at Panelav

Express Pharma

Alembic Pharmaceuticals announces that it has received the Establishment Inspection Report (EIR) from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Oral Solid Formulation Facility (F-I) located in Panelav. The inspection, which took place from July 17, 2024, to July 26, 2024, has been successfully concluded. With this, all of the company’s USFDA-approved facilities now have EIRs in place.

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A radiopharmaceuticals startup raises $175 million

STAT

This story first appeared in The Readout newsletter.  Sign up for The Readout  and receive STAT’s award-winning biotech news delivered straight to your inbox.  Hello! Today, we talk about how much dang money some CEOs still make, despite the slowdown in the biotech industry. We also see Dupixent approved for a huge new indication, and more.

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The Impact of Patent Expirations on Generic Drug Markets

Drug Patent Watch

Patent expirations have a significant impact on the pharmaceutical industry, particularly on the generic drug market. When a drug’s patent expires, other manufacturers can produce and market generic versions of the drug, leading to increased competition and lower prices.

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STAT+: How much more are health care’s bosses making than their employees?

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How much health care’s bigwigs are making Mike Reddy for STAT Health care stocks lagged behind the broader market in 2023, and that was reflected in many CEO pay packages. My colleagues and I completed our annual tradition of analyzing CEO compensation. For 2023, we input data for 313 health care CEOs and found they made $3.5 billion combined last year , compared with $4 billion in 2022.

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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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Revenues to increase by 9-11 % for Indian pharma companies in FY2025: ICRA

Express Pharma

ICRA expects the revenues of its sample set of companies to expand by a healthy 9-11 per cent in FY2025, albeit a moderation from the YoY increase of 13-14 per cent recorded in FY2024. This will be driven by 9-11 per cent revenue growth from the US market, 7-9 per cent each from the European and domestic markets, and 11-13 per cent from the emerging markets.

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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about CVS under investor pressure, a final warning to J&J and more

STAT

Good morning, everyone, and welcome to another working week. We hope the weekend respite was relaxing and invigorating, because that oh-so familiar routine of deadlines, online meetings and phone calls has predictably returned. But what can you do? The world, such as it is, continues to spin. So time to give it a nudge in a better direction by brewing cups of stimulation.

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GlobalData poll reveals microbiome’s essential role in health

Express Pharma

Healthcare professionals widely recognise the microbiome’s vital contributions to digestion, immune function, and overall well-being. The majority of surveyed respondents view a balanced microbiome as essential to sustain health and prevent various diseases, underscoring its crucial role of in maintaining human health, according to a recent poll conducted by GlobalData.

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A letter from the executive editor: STAT is on fire

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Dear Reader, STAT is on fire! Not literally, of course.

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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.

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Venus Remedies gets marketing authorisations for oncology drugs from Morocco, Philippines

Express Pharma

Venus Remedies has secured marketing authorisations for two key cancer drugs. The approvals include bortezomib in the Philippines and carboplatin in Morocco. The Philippine market, the second largest in the ASEAN region, is expected to grow from $400 million in 2022 to $790 million by 2030. The authorisation of bortezomib aims to enhance the company’s ability to deliver advanced cancer solutions in Southeast Asia.

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Chiesi Biotech Center of Excellence opens to strengthen R&D in Italy

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Chiesi Biotech Center of Excellence opens to strengthen R&D in Italy Nicole.

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Piramal Pharma Solutions announces $80M expansion at Lexington Facility

Express Pharma

Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS), a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) under Piramal Pharma, has announced an $80 million investment plan to expand its Lexington, Kentucky facility. The site specialises in sterile compounding, liquid filling, and lyophilisation for sterile injectable drug products. The investment will enhance the facility’s capacity and capabilities, aligning with the growing market demand for these services.

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Aktis raises $175M to fuel radiopharma drug development

BioPharma Dive

Among the investors in Aktis’ Series B round were Bristol Myers Squibb, Eli Lilly and Merck & Co., all of which have expanded their involvement in the radiopharma field.

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The Latest Surrounding Rising Medicare Part D Premiums

Pharmaceutical Commerce

Why looming benefit changes—and the resulting unintended consequences—are a concern for patients.

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Prime to narrow gene editing research as it strikes deal with Bristol Myers

BioPharma Dive

The high-profile biotech is zeroing in on programs that serve as proof points for its technology, while seeking partners for other assets.

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Prilenia appoints new management staff to advance company’s development and commercialisation plans

Pharmafile

Prilenia, a clinical stage biotech focusing on neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental disorders, has announced the appointment of two new senior staff members ‒ Rob Lauzen as chief financial officer (CFO) and Jason Marks as chief legal officer (CLO). Rob Lauzen, most recently vice president of Investor Relations and head of Financial Planning & Analysis at Dyne […] The post Prilenia appoints new management staff to advance company’s development and commercialisation plans appeared fi

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12 Questions with Rebecca Douglas

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Get a glimpse into the world of IPG Health Medical Communications through this exclusive interview with Rebecca Douglas. Learn more about the company and their insights into the healthcare industry.

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Vertex Highlights First Oral Presentation of Phase 3 Clinical Dataof the Vanzacaftor Triple Combination and New Data on Long-Term Impact of TRIKAFTA at the North American CysticFibrosis Conference

Pharmafile

September 26 2024 – Boston, US – Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (Nasdaq:VRTX) today announced the first accepted medical presentations of the Phase 3 data onthe investigational once daily vanzacaftor/tezacaftor/deutivacaftor (“vanzacaftor triplecombination”) — the potential next-in-class triple combination medicine — will takeplace at the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC).

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Genentech buys Regor's next-gen CDK inhibitors for $850M

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Genentech buys Regor's next-gen CDK inhibitors for $850M Jonah.

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