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New COVID-19 vaccines could target replication proteins

Pharma Times

Researchers have said that next generation vaccines for COVID-19 should aim to induce a response against ‘replication proteins’

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AI tool may help doctors select best drugs for COVID patients

pharmaphorum

Researchers in the US have developed an artificial intelligence-based tool that is able to predict COVID-19 symptoms and suggest which FDA-approved drugs might be used to treat patients. The MOATAI-VIR algorithm, developed by scientists at Emory University and Georgia Tech, was put through its paces in a study that showed it was able to predict 24 out of 26 clinical manifestations of COVID-19, including acute respiratory distress, blood clotting issues, cytokine storms, brain fog, and loss of sm

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Democrats Choosing Less Risky Path on Drug Prices

NY Times

Experts say recent compromises could create less harm in balancing innovation with profits.

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Variable-dose pen injector platform designed for simple use

Outsourcing Pharma

Stevanato Group is showcasing its SG Alina disposable, variable-dose pen injector platform, available with customizable features, at CPhI Worldwide 2021.

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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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SMC accepts oral therapy for relapsing multiple sclerosis

Pharma Times

Janssen's Ponvory accepted for use within NHS Scotland for adults RRMS patients

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Swiss socialists say government should buy Sandoz

pharmaphorum

Switzerland’s Social Democratic Party has argued that the government should step in and acquire Novartis’ generics unit Sandoz if the company decides to sell it, according to local press reports. The largest left-leaning party in Switzerland said that national ownership of Sandoz would democratise the production and development of new medicines, maintain a stable supply of affordable drugs, and allow less profitable R&D to be carried out with state support.

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New patent for Alkermes Inc drug ARISTADA INITIO KIT

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for ARISTADA+INITIO+KIT Aristada Initio Kit is a drug marketed by Alkermes Inc and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier. There are…. The post New patent for Alkermes Inc drug ARISTADA INITIO KIT appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Sanofi invests $40m in UK gene therapy company Gyroscope Therapeutics

Pharma Times

Funding proceeds will be used to support ongoing trials of Gyroscopes investigational gene therapy GT005

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Leveraging multichannel and multimedia in HCP education

pharmaphorum

COVID has forced the pharma industry to step up and take a more innovative approach to the channels and content it uses to reach and engage with HCPs, says Chloe Prince, account director at EPG Health. In the face of the pandemic, pharma companies are adapting traditional methods of customer engagement, as well as adopting newer ones, to overcome restrictions on face-to-face contact and increased competition for HCPs’ time in the digital space.

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Moderna and U.S. at Odds Over Vaccine Patent Rights

NY Times

Moderna’s patent application names several employees as the sole inventors of a crucial component of its coronavirus vaccine, excluding three government scientists.

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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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Most prolific drug patent challengers

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the generic pharmaceutical companies that had the most successful drug patent challenges from 2016 to 2021. Companies that successfully challenge patents on branded drugs are granted six…. The post Most prolific drug patent challengers appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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CN Bio inks COVID-19 research deal with iiCON

Pharma Times

iiCON’s lead partner LSTM will independently validate CN Bio’s novel lung and lung-liver models

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Fishawack Health welcomes expert-led dermatology initiative FIDE to its group

pharmaphorum

KNUTSFORD, United Kingdom — Fishawack Health welcomes FIDE, an independent organization providing its clients with insight from clinical key opinion leaders in inflammatory dermatology. [Image: From left, FIDE Directors Richard GB Langley, MD; Richard Warren, MD, PhD; Kenneth B Gordon, MD; Bruce E Strober, MD, PhD]. November 10, 2021, UK. Fishawack Health, the leading commercialization partner for the life science industry, welcomes FIDE to its group—an independent expert-led consultancy specia

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Oklahoma Supreme Court Throws Out $465 Million Opioid Ruling Against J.&J.

NY Times

The 5-1 decision is a setback for those who are fighting to hold big drug makers accountable for the opioid epidemic.

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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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Sanofi, Be the Match, and DiMe to weigh in on patient centricity

Outsourcing Pharma

During our November 17 webinar Patient-centric solutions, a group of professionals representing a range of perspectives will share ideas and innovations.

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Updated guidelines for managing long-term effects of COVID-19 published

Pharma Times

New guidelines from NICE, SIGN and the RCGP includes an update to original list of common symptoms

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Oncology treatment decisions aren’t just based on clinical data

pharmaphorum

Once widely acknowledged as so special that only scientists and clinical specialists need to apply, oncology has become exponentially more clinically targeted and sophisticated over the last decade. Yet how many other therapy areas have market leaders that don’t even have clinical approved indication in that indication? Join this Cerner Enviza webinar, held in partnership with pharmaphorum, for a 45-minute, evidence-backed discussion on the paradoxical question that is “How do I succeed in oncol

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AstraZeneca Says it Will Start Profiting From its Vaccine

NY Times

Countries have been paying about $3 to $4 per shot for AstraZeneca’s vaccine under the company’s not-for-profit pricing model.

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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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Johnson & Johnson to spin off consumer health business

Outsourcing Pharma

Johnson & Johnson today announced its intent to separate its Consumer Health business into a new publicly traded company: allowing J&J to put a sharpened focus on pharmaceuticals and medical devices.

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'Ground-breaking' research on inflammatory disease treatment set to be commercialised

Pharma Times

The new research by Heriot-Watt University has identified a way of targeting an enzyme called EPAC1

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Sales coaching: preparing for the new reality in pharma

pharmaphorum

COVID-19 has been a catalyst for a huge amount of change across the pharmaceutical industry, acting as an accelerant for progress in its use of digital technology and prompting a reassessment of how the sales function should work. The pandemic’s first effects on pharma sales were swift and immediate, as lockdowns were put in place and doctors did everything they could to avoid unnecessary face-to-face contact with patients and representatives.

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Why PBMs and Payers Are Embracing Insulin Biosimilars with Higher Prices—And What That Means for Humira

Drug Channels

The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the first interchangeable biosimilar insulin product: the insulin glargine-yfgn injection from Viatris. Read the FDA’s press release. Alas, I’m sad to report that the warped incentives baked into the U.S. drug channel will limit the impact of this impressive breakthrough. Viatris is being forced to launch both a high-priced and a low-priced version of the biosimilar.

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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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Ep.015 – RJ Lewis and David Hunt, CEO of The Considered: Breaking the Rules in Pharma Advertising – November 3, 2021

Pharma Marketing Network

November 3, 2021 – Tune in with the Pharma Marketing Network for an exciting conversation with R.J. Lewis and David Hunt, CEO of The Considered, as he shares how his new independent agency, The Considered, about how they are breaking the rules in pharma advertising. David discusses and answers questions around: How The Considered is different. What launched the conception of the agency?

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New drug combination highly effective in children with leukaemia

Pharma Times

APL is an acute leukaemia, meaning it develops quickly and requires immediate treatment

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Clinical Ink snaps up digital CNS research technology firm

Outsourcing Pharma

The decentralized tech specialist has acquired Digital Artefacts, a research tech firm focused on cognitive, behavioral, and physiological data capture.

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Informa Connect’s Trade & Channel Strategies

Drug Channels

Informa Connect’s Trade & Channel Strategies. Delivered as a Hybrid Event In-Person: December 13-14, 2021, Hilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing, Philadelphia, PA Virtual: December 16-17, 2021 [link]. The full agenda for this year’s Trade and Channel Strategies conference is available now! Year after year, the life science industry marks Informa Connect’s Trade and Channel Strategies as the “go-to” event for trade, channel, market access, account strategy and brand professionals.

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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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Novo Nordisk nears EU approval of obesity drug Wegovy

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Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk is hoping to launch its once-weekly injectable treatment for obesity, Wegovy, in the EU next year after getting a green light from the EMA’s human medicines committee. The CHMP recommended marketing authorisation for Wegovy (semaglutide) for chronic weight management in adults with obesity, and also in overweight adult patients with a weight-related risk factor such as high blood pressure, heart disease or type 2 diabetes.

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NICE ‘no’ for BioMarin’s Vimizin

Pharma Times

The draft guidance has been published following an evaluation of new evidence on the use of the treatment

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Use of robotics in pharma packaging, manufacturing on the rise: Beroe

Outsourcing Pharma

According to the market intelligence firm, automation appeals to drug packaging and manufacturing firms, thanks to their productivity-boosting potential.

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Which pharmaceutical companies have the most drug patents in Cyprus?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most patents in Cyprus. Patents must be filed in each country (or, in some cases regional patent office) where patent protection is…. The post Which pharmaceutical companies have the most drug patents in Cyprus? appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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.