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STAT+: In combative hearings, Kennedy defends HHS cuts, backtracks — and lashes out

STAT

WASHINGTON — In hours of combative congressional hearings Wednesday, health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. swung between defending sweeping changes at his agency and backtracking on aspects of a reorganization he nevertheless said would be “painful.” He repeatedly cast doubts on reports about negative impacts of the changes, often calling them a “canard.

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Herantis Pharma doses final cohort in phase 1b trial of HER-096 for Parkinson’s disease

Pharma Times

Trial progresses towards topline data expected later in the year

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UnitedHealth CEO Chris Witty steps down

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Andrew Witty has resigned as CEO of US health conglomerate UnitedHealth, as the company pulled its financial forecasts for 2025

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GSK to buy liver disease drug for $1.2B

BioPharma Dive

The new acquisition from Boston Pharmaceuticals adds to a wave of dealmaking undertaken by GSK to build its liver disease franchise.

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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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Other regulators could enforce GPhC standards, suggests chief exec

The Pharmacist

The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) will work more collaboratively with other professional regulators as part of its new five year strategy, chief executive Duncan Rudkin has revealed. The strategy, which is due to be launched 'soon', will set out key themes including collaboration and integration. This is intended to recognise that this is how care […] The post Other regulators could enforce GPhC standards, suggests chief exec appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Secarna Pharmaceuticals and Curie.Bio portfolio company enter research and option agreement

Pharmafile

Global biopharma company, Secarna Pharmaceuticals, and biotech investor, Cure.Bio, have announced signing a research and option agreement, intending to accelerate the development of Secarna’s oligonucleotide therapeutics. Under the agreement, Secarna will leverage its OligoCreator platform in exchange for a technology access fee, research funding and warrants to purchase shares in Cure.Bio upon the achievement of […] The post Secarna Pharmaceuticals and Curie.Bio portfolio company en

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Novo Nordisk’s Sogroya Demonstrates Efficacy in Children with Growth Disorders

PharmExec

Results from the Phase III REAL8 basket study found that once-weekly Sogroya was effective in children with growth disorders, including those born small for gestational age, with Noonan syndrome, or idiopathic short stature.

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Kaerus Bioscience secures orphan drug designation for fragile x syndrome treatment

Pharma Times

FDA recognises KER-0193 as a potential therapy for rare paediatric disease

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GSK to spend $2bn on Phase III liver disease drug acquisition

Pharmaceutical Technology

The deal comes at a time of revival into liver disease treatment investment as market opportunity beckons.

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FDA Approves Belzutifan for Treatment of Locally Advanced, Unresectable, or Metastatic Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma

Pharmacy Times

The FDA approves belzutifan, the first oral treatment for pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma, offering a new treatment pathway for patients with these rare tumors.

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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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Recipharm and PLG to support pharma companies in expediting market approval

Pharmaceutical Technology

Recipharm has joined forces with ProductLife Group (PLG) to support (bio)pharmaceutical firms in expediting market approval and trial time.

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Agile, Microlearning and Engaging Training for Clinical Trial Sites: A Strategic Approach to knowledge and learning management for Biotech Sponsors

PharmExec

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

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FDA Grants Accelerated Approval to Telisotuzumab vedotin-tllv for NSCLC

Pharmacy Times

Emrelis is a groundbreaking treatment for advanced non-small cell lung cancer, targeting high c-Met protein overexpression.

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Computational Drug Repurposing: Approaches and Case Studies

Drug Patent Watch

"Reviving Old Medicines: How AI-Powered Repurposing is Revolutionizing the Pharmaceutical Industry The pharmaceutical industry is on the cusp of a revolution, driven by the power of computational drug repurposing. By leveraging cutting-edge AI and machine learning algorithms, researchers are breathing new life into old medicines, unlocking unprecedented potential for treating a wide range of diseases.

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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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Star Jones Leads Heart Health Awareness Campaign for Medtronic

PharmExec

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

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Royal College of Pharmacy needs to ‘excite and interest’ current non-members

The Pharmacist

The incoming Royal College of Pharmacy needs to offer something that 'excites' and 'interests' pharmacists who are not currently members of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), chief pharmaceutical officer (CPhO) for England David Webb has suggested. The recent vote was an 'important first step' with the membership who participated giving 'a clear signal around moving […] The post Royal College of Pharmacy needs to excite and interest current non-members appeared first on The Pharmacist

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The Pharmacy Benefit Management Landscape: A Music Industry Analogy

Drug Patent Watch

"The Prescription for Change: How PBM's are Ripping the Rhythm of the Pharmaceutical Industry Imagine a music industry where a single middleman controlled access to every song, dictating who could play them, when, and at what price. That's essentially the world of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) in the pharmaceutical industry. In this exclusive article, we delve into the complex web of PBM's and their impact on the pharmacy landscape.

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Drug to slow Alzheimer's well tolerated outside of clinical trial setting

World Pharma News

The Food and Drug Administration's approval in 2023 of lecanemab - a novel Alzheimer's therapy shown in clinical trials to modestly slow disease progression - was met with enthusiasm by many in the field as it represented the first medication of its kind able to influence the disease. But side effects - brain swelling and bleeding - emerged during clinical trials that have left some patients and physicians hesitant about the treatment.

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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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GSK pays $1.2bn for liver drug as it culls TIGIT programme

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GSK decided to abandon a TIGIT-targeted drug for cancer this week, then hatched a plan to replace it with a candidate for liver disease MASH.

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Novo to work with Septerna in hunt for oral obesity drugs

BioPharma Dive

The research collaboration, under which Septerna will receive more than $200 million in upfront and near-term fees, is the latest deal Novo has struck to expand its obesity pipeline.

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Novo Nordisk taps Septerna in $2.2bn deal for oral obesity therapies

Pharmaceutical Technology

Novo Nordisk is doubling down on its oral drug strategy for obesity with a new partnership worth up to $2.2bn with Septerna.

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UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty steps down

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Andrew Witty has resigned as CEO of US health conglomerate UnitedHealth, as the company pulled its financial forecasts for 2025.

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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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GSK Acquires Boston Pharmaceuticals’ Novel FGF21 Analog for Steatotic Liver Disease

PharmExec

Under the agreement, GSK will acquire BP Asset IX, a subsidiary of Boston Pharmaceuticals, for up to $2 billion in total cash consideration, including $1.2 billion upfront and up to $800 million in milestone payments.

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Bluebird extends deal deadline; Affimed files for insolvency

BioPharma Dive

Shareholders in Bluebird now have a choice of two offers from would-be acquirers Carlyle and SK Capital. Elsewhere, Cytokinetics shared more aficamten data and BridgeBio started a new kind of Attruby trial.

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American Ginseng Benefits | Stress & Clarity Aid

Welltopia Pharmacy

American Ginseng Benefits include natural support for stress, focus, and blood sugar balancelearn how it works, why it’s unique, and how to choose the best supplement for you. What Makes American Ginseng Unique American ginseng benefits (Panax quinquefolius) stand out from other herbs in the wellness world.

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Children With Sickle Cell Disease Have Higher Rates of Invasive Pneumococcal Disease Despite Vaccination

Pharmacy Times

Like other high-risk groups, children with sickle cell disease have a heightened risk of invasive pneumococcal disease, even if they receive proper pneumococcal conjugate vaccine coverage.

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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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FDA Begins Granting Advanced Manufacturing Technology Designations

FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

By Mark A. Tobolowsky & Mark I. Schwartz In early April, Cellares became the first company to announce receipt of an Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) designation from FDA. The designation was granted by CBER to Cellares for its automated cell therapy platform, the Cell Shuttle. We were excited to see the news and look forward to seeing the full implementation of the AMT program and its potential benefits.

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Icotrokinra Demonstrates Significant Skin Clearance in Difficult-to-Treat Scalp, Genital Psoriasis

Pharmacy Times

New trial results reveal icotrokinra's effectiveness in achieving significant skin clearance for challenging scalp and genital psoriasis.

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Basics in Programmatic Display Ads

Pharma Marketing Network

In todays digital-first healthcare landscape, programmatic display ads have become a cornerstone of pharmaceutical marketing strategies. By leveraging automated, data-driven ad placements, pharma brands can reach healthcare professionals (HCPs) and patients with unprecedented precision and efficiency. This guide delves into the essentials of programmatic advertising, its benefits, and best practices for pharma marketers.

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New OTC Option Offers Patients Itch Relief During Summer Activities

Pharmacy Times

The seasonal surge in skin irritations underscores the ongoing need for effective and convenient remedies.

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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.