August, 2020

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Randox recalls coronavirus test kits after safety concerns

Pharma Times

Up to 750,000 unused testing kits to be recalled

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F.D.A. ‘Grossly Misrepresented’ Blood Plasma Data, Scientists Say

NY Times

Many experts — including a scientist who worked on the Mayo Clinic study — were bewildered about where a key statistic came from.

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Potential HIV cure Phase I trial gets FDA green light

Outsourcing Pharma

American Gene Technologies has received the agencyâs approval to launch the first human trial for its lead HIV program, starting in Baltimore and DC.

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Pharma improves HCP engagement during COVID-19 – report

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Pharma companies have improved how they engage with healthcare providers as a result of COVID-19, according to a new survey of HCPs. This has resulted in pharma companies being more relevant and providing more value in closing the care gap, the report says. The Accenture survey of 720 general practitioners, oncologists, cardiologists and immunologists globally found that this is in turn helping HCPs better serve patients.

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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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5 Ways That Digital Signage Improves a Doctor’s Office

Pharma Mirror

When you many patients think of a doctor’s office, hospital, or healthcare facility, they picture a stuffy, cold, and outdated facility that increases your anxiety. Offices with old decor prevent patients from visiting the doctor regularly and feeling relaxed. But what if there was a way to modernize the office affordably to make it more. The post 5 Ways That Digital Signage Improves a Doctor’s Office appeared first on Pharma Mirror Magazine.

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Researchers says hydroxychloroquine could still prevent COVID-19

Pharma Times

Scientists from the University of Oxford say the drug is being ‘discarded prematurely’

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F.D.A.’s Emergency Approval of Blood Plasma Is Now on Hold

NY Times

Government health leaders including Dr. Francis S. Collins and Dr. Anthony S. Fauci urged caution last week, citing weak data from the country’s largest plasma study.

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Breaking FDA COVID-19 news

Outsourcing Pharma

The agency continues to take actions and issue advice related to COVID-19 treatments, tests, consumer products and other pressing industry concerns.

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Pilot study backs Kaia Health app for back pain relief

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An app developed by Kaia Health to help people suffering from back pain who may not want to take painkillers has shown its worth again in a study conducted with a health benefit plan in the US. The pilot study of the app – which combines physical therapy, relaxation exercises and medical information to help back pain sufferers manage their condition – showed it was able to reduce self-reported pain and sleep quality.

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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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What They Said – A Look Back at FDA Press Releases First Half of 2020

Eye on FDA

Each year, midway through it all, I take a look back to see what FDA has been talking about and compare it to the year before to see how things may have changed. I’m a little late at getting to it this year due to all the COVID-19 distraction. But it is not likely to surprise anyone that the first half of 2020 has caused not only an increase in communication from FDA, but a focus as well.

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Investing in Drug Companies? Here are 6 Vital Non-Patent Factors to Consider

Drug Patent Watch

When drug patents expire, billions of dollars in revenues can disappear overnight as competitors enter the market. Accordingly, many investors focus on drug patents when evaluating drug companies. But, there…. The post Investing in Drug Companies? Here are 6 Vital Non-Patent Factors to Consider appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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FDA accepts application for self-administered Xolair use

Pharma Times

If approved drug would offer a more flexible option for patients

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Health Experts to F.D.A.: Make Your Vaccine Deliberations Public

NY Times

A letter signed by nearly 400 health experts asked the agency to use its vaccine advisory panel when reviewing data on coronavirus trials.

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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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Novateur study points toward potential COVID-19 treatment

Outsourcing Pharma

Researchers at Novateur Ventures have released a strategy that examines leukotrienes as the cause for hyperinflammatory response in severe cases.

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Swittons Introduces Smart IoT Devices for Pharmaceutical Lab Digital Transformation Initiatives

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Swittons , a P360 company, has announced a new line of Internet of Things (IoT) enabled smart devices built specifically for pharmaceutical labs. The fully customizable devices align with strategic Lab of the Future (LoTF) initiatives and help automate various laboratory workflows between people and existing digital lab equipment, systems and solutions.

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3 Key Takeaways: DHC Group Omnichannel Roundtable August 2020

Pharma Marketing Network

In the wake of the sales field disruption, DHC Group’s Mark Bard held a roundtable with several physician communication experts to discuss how marketers should move forward to insulate against channel dependence in the future. While the phrase “ Our expert panel focused on that reality and what the omnichannel of the future might look like.” is not new, the concept of building an HCP communication plan that isn’t significantly impacted by the loss of one channel or another is less developed.

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Drug Repurposing: An Overview 

Drug Patent Watch

This article was originally published by Mahendra Saini, Nikhita Parihar, Shankar Lal Soni, and Vandana Sharma in the Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development. 2020; 8(4): 194-212 under an…. The post Drug Repurposing: An Overview appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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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Pfizer inks manufacturing deal with Gilead for COVID-19 med remdesivir

Pharma Times

Pfizer becomes one of multiple external manufacturing organisations supporting scale-up of treatment

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Two P.R. Experts at F.D.A. Have Been Ousted After Blood Plasma Fiasco

NY Times

The agency’s chief spokeswoman, Emily Miller, was removed from her position just 11 days into the job. And the contract was terminated of a consultant who had advised the F.D.A. chief to correct misleading claims about plasma’s benefits.

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PRA: get ready for the RACE Act

Outsourcing Pharma

Experts from the CRO offers insight on preparing for the changes to the pediatric oncology research requirements, which take effect next week.

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Sharing oncology trial PROs to build the treatment of the future

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Could collecting, understanding, and disseminating patient-reported outcomes during trials be the key to advancing oncology treatments and improving cancer outcomes? . With our understanding of cancer accelerating at an unprecedented rate, and personalised medicines on the cusp of becoming mainstream, regulatory bodies need new ways to assess products. .

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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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How GoodRx Profits from Our Broken Pharmacy Pricing System

Drug Channels

On Friday, GoodRx filed its Form S-1 in preparation for going public. Link below. The company is insanely profitable. Its adjusted net income—earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA)—is an astonishing 40%. Below, I provide my overview of how our crazy drug channel system enables GoodRx’s good fortune. You will admire the GoodRx management team’s business savvy in building a company that lowers out-of-pocket costs for consumers.

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What Is the Difference Between Oxygen Generators and CPAP?

Pharma Mirror

A CPAP machine is a device that can replace or improve human breathing, increase lung ventilation, and improve respiratory function. It is generally used for lung failure or airway obstruction to breathing normally to help the patient complete the breathing process of inhalation and exhalation. It has a variety of breathing modes (various ways in. The post What Is the Difference Between Oxygen Generators and CPAP?

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Cosentyx wins EU approval for first-line paediatric psoriasis

Pharma Times

Low-dose and high-dose Cosentyx is effective in rapidly improving skin symptoms and quality of life

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Venezuela enfrenta al coronavirus con la fuerza de sus agentes de seguridad

NY Times

Una economía destruida y un sistema de salud colapsado han dejado al país sin capacidad para combatir la pandemia como lo han hecho otras naciones. En cambio, el gobierno ha desplegado sus fuerzas de seguridad para tratar de contener la propagación.

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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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Cerba Research: collaboration boosts rare-disease discoveries

Outsourcing Pharma

A leader from the clinical laboratory and diagnostic solution provider discusses how its research is fueled by partnerships and patient-centricity.

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Pain-detecting tool for dementia patients rolls out in UK

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Normal. 0. false. false. false. EN-GB. X-NONE. X-NONE. A smartphone-based app that uses facial analysis technology to spot chronic pain in people with dementia, called PainChek, is being rolled out in the UK by its Australian developer. The artificial intelligence-powered tool can help care workers and clinicians to identify and manage pain in patients with conditions like Alzheimer’s disease that can make it difficult for them to communicate.

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The ConnectiveRx Non-Commercial Pharmacy: Maximize Your Patient Access Strategy

Drug Channels

Today’s guest post comes from Frank Dana, Chief Commercial Officer at ConnectiveRx. Frank discusses the access challenges that patients face at the point of prescribing. He then describes how ConnectiveRx’s non-commercial pharmacy solution streamlines workflow for healthcare providers and captures useful data for brands. Click here to download a free information sheet about the ConnectiveRx Careform non-commercial pharmacy.

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