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Los Angeles County: the epicenter of urban maternity ward closings

STAT

LOS ANGELES — Simone DeRoche, expecting her fourth child in December, had her birth plan set: delivering at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, where her three other kids were born.  But when she received the text from her OB-GYN last week that the hospital will be closing its maternity ward and NICU in November, DeRoche felt a wave of disappointment and sadness.

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The Importance of Reaching Out: Why Talking to Someone Matters

Pharmacy Is Right For Me

As the school year begins, students often find themselves juggling a variety of responsibilities—homework, extracurricular activities, social commitments, and more. For those with aspirations in the demanding field of pharmacy, the pressure to excel can sometimes feel overwhelming. During these moments, it’s essential to remember that you don’t have to navigate challenges alone.

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FDA clears updated Covid shots from Novavax, adding a 3rd fall vaccine option

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U.S. regulators have cleared a third updated Covid-19 vaccine for this fall, shots made by Novavax. Already,  Pfizer and Moderna  are shipping shots modified to better match more recent strains of the ever-evolving coronavirus. Those doses can be used in adults and children as young as 6 months.

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SAEM Clinical Images Series: Pediatric Neck Mass

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

A 5-year-old female presented to the emergency department (ED) with a one-year history of gradually increasing anterior neck swelling. The patient had no significant past medical history. She also endorsed three weeks of cough and congestion, and one day of muffled voice. She denied difficulty swallowing, fatigue, cold intolerance, or hair and nail changes.

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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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Monica from ‘Friends’, RFK Jr., and how many ‘r’s are in ‘strawberry’

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Want to stay on top of health news?  Sign up  to get our Morning Rounds newsletter in your inbox. I just returned from a lovely two-week remote work/vacation trip to Oregon and this meme is my mood today.

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Is anyone taking the world’s priciest drugs?

PharmaVoice

A slew of breakthrough gene therapies won FDA approval in recent years — but high price tags haven’t always yielded big returns.

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Emergent Bio gets FDA green light for mpox vaccine

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Emergent BioSolutions has been given FDA approval to extend the indications for its smallpox vaccine ACAM2000 to include the prevention of mpox, currently deemed a public health emergency by the WHO.

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Bayer and NextRNA Therapeutics enter strategic collaboration to develop small molecules targeting long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) in oncology

World Pharma News

Bayer and NextRNA Therapeutics, a biotechnology company focused on developing transformative medicines to address long non-coding RNA (lncRNA)-driven diseases, have entered into a collaboration and license agreement to develop small molecule therapeutics targeting lncRNAs in oncology. lncRNAs represent a vast class of therapeutic targets that recruit RNA-binding proteins (RBPs) to drive pathological processes across diseases.

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UK biotech ReNeuron quits AIM as financing push fails

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Troubled UK biotech ReNeuron will cancel its AIM listing, saying it has been unable to raise the funds it needs to bring it out of administration

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Pharma Pulse 8/30/24: Medication Mistakes Pharmacists Want You to Stop Making, Express Scripts to Remove Humira & more

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The latest news for pharma industry insiders.

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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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BioMarin's change in direction claims more jobs

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BioMarin wields axe again, slashing 225 positions from its global workforce as it continues a major restructuring drive

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COPD diagnosed prevalent cases across 7MM to reach 38.02 million in 2033, forecasts GlobalData

Express Pharma

The diagnosed prevalent cases of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in the seven major markets (7MM*) are set to register an annual growth rate (AGR) of 1.27 per cent from 33.74 million in 2023 to 38.02 million in 2033, forecasts GlobalData. GlobalData’s latest report, “Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease – Epidemiology Forecast to 2033,” reveals that the US will have the highest number of diagnosed prevalent cases of COPD among the 7MM at 17.88 million cases, whereas Spain will have

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Are PBMs to blame for high drug prices in the US?

Pharmaceutical Technology

US Congress labelled pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) as ‘anticompetitive’; PBMs blame manufacturers for increasing pharmaceutical prices.

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How the Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund can boost funding for pharma

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Discover how the Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund can help boost funding for pharmaceutical companies. Learn how this fund can support innovation and growth in the life sciences sector.

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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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Full study data back Alnylam heart drug’s benefit, but leave doctors with tough choices

BioPharma Dive

Detailed results from the Helios-B study support summary findings disclosed in June. But they may not make vutrisiran the standard of care as easily as Alnylam hopes.

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J&J launches gMG market bid with nipocalimab filing

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J&J files FcRn blocker nipocalimab for generalised myasthenia gravis (gMG) in US, setting up a challenge to rival drugs from Argenx and UCB

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Johnson & Johnson seeks FDA approval for generalised myasthenia gravis therapy

Pharmaceutical Business Review

The application is supported by findings from the Phase III Vivacity-MG3 clinical trial. Assessing the improvement in the MG-ADL score from baseline over 24 weeks was the primary endpoint of the study. Study participants included adults positive for anti-AChR, anti-MuSK, and anti-LRP4 antibodies, representing approximately 95% of the gMG patient population.

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Congress Requests Corrections to Testimony From Three Largest Pharmacy Benefit Manager Executives Following FTC Report

Pharmacy Times

The request comes as increased scrutiny is levied toward pharmacy benefit managers for alleged unfair business practices.

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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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J&J targets generalised myasthenia gravis landscape with nipocalimab

Pharmaceutical Technology

J&J’s BLA was supported by data from the Phase III VIVACITY study, demonstrating the safety and efficacy of biweekly nipocalimab.

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The Future of the 340B Drug Pricing Program in Modern Health Care

Pharmacy Times

An examination of the 340B Drug Pricing Program's original intent, current challenges, and potential resolutions in today's complex health care landscape.

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ESC 2024: Latest FLOW trial analysis highlights how Ozempic can benefit CKD patients

Pharmaceutical Technology

If approved, Novo Nordisk's Ozempic will become the first GLP-1 therapy option for patients with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

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How GEP Helped a Global Fresh Produce Company Unlock Millions in Savings

Pharma and Life Sciences Blog

How GEP Helped a Global Fresh Produce Company Unlock Millions in Savings annmarie@AZglo… Fri, 08/30/2024 - 23:13 For companies dealing in fresh produce, even small disruptions in supply chain efficiency can result in significant financial setbacks. A Fortune 500 company learned this the hard way, when it faced €12.2 million in potential losses from supply-demand mismatch.

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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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Johnson & Johnson Submits Biologics License Application for Nipocalimab in Patients with Antibody-Positive Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

PharmExec

Submission is supported by results from the Phase III Vivacity-MG3 study, which demonstrated that nipocalimab, combined with standard care, significantly improved outcomes for patients with antibody-positive generalized myasthenia gravis.

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ESC Congress: Obesity drugs emerge as attractive tool for heart failure prevention

Pharmaceutical Technology

Experts discuss the relationship between obesity and heart failure while referencing new clinical trial results.

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Ecolab Continues Mission to Protect What's Vital With Deep Investment in Life Sciences

PharmaTech

Ecolab is looking to the future with new opportunities to partner with Pharma for critical solutions to support drug development and manufacturing.

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ESC Congress: Amvuttra data signals positive prospects in cardiomyopathy for Alnylam

Pharmaceutical Technology

Alnylam announced positive final results from the Helios-B trial for patients with ATTR amyloidosis with cardiomyopathy at the ESC Congress.

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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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PCI’s Bedford Plant Completes ICMRA Inspection

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The company also participated in the coalition’s pilot inspection program, making it the first CDMO to do so.

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Ecolab Continues Mission to Protect What's Vital With Deep Investment in Life Sciences

PharmExec

Ecolab is looking to the future with new opportunities to partner with Pharma for critical solutions to support drug development and manufacturing.

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MD Logistics Welcomes Electric Vehicles to North Carolina Fleet

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The 3PL plans to convert all its trucks to electric by 2027.

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Sanyou Biopharmaceuticals Announces Line of Monkeypox Treatments

PharmExec

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

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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.