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Opinion: Why the aspartame in Diet Coke and Coke Zero probably isn’t worth worrying about

STAT

This essay was originally published on Gideon Meyerowitz-Katz’s Medium blog. A spartame is an artificial sweetener that is used in a lot of products, including Diet Coke and Coke Zero. Like most artificial sweeteners, we have a wonderful love/hate relationship with it. It’s sweet but doesn’t have any calories, so it’s great for people who want to lose a bit of weight.

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FDA’s upcoming psychedelic review looms large for a budding industry

PharmaVoice

A new psychedelic guidance from the agency gives a clue into how it could analyze drugs in the space, but industry leaders are eager for more.

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The AI Revolution Has Arrived: Shaping the Next Generation of Pharma Marketing

PharmExec

Join five industry leaders as they unpack the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in the pharmaceutical industry, offering insights into real-world applications and the future of life sciences marketing in an era shaped by rapid technological evolution.

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New report shows high-impact R&D happens after cancer medicines are first approved

PhRMA

A new report showcasing nine critical oncology treatments, highlights the vital role of post-approval research and development (R&D) in advancing cancer treatment options and delivering unprecedented progress in the fight against cancer over the past 10 years.

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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 approves first over-the-counter birth control pill

STAT

In a highly anticipated move, the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved the first over-the-counter birth control pill , a decision that could transform the way contraception is delivered in the United States. For the first time, people will now be able to readily purchase birth control online and at pharmacies, convenience stores, and grocery stores without a prescription, a requirement that has been seen as a hurdle to greater access to contraception.

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Merck’s New Jersey campus is getting a biotech makeover

PharmaVoice

With a purchase of the pharma giant’s Kenilworth campus, Onyx Equities is looking to make the spot a go-to biotech hub.

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Revealed: pharma giants pour millions of pounds into NHS to boost drug sales

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Observer investigation raises concerns about the influence of drugs companies in shaping patient care in services that use their products Pharmaceutical giants are pouring tens of millions of pounds into struggling NHS services – including paying the salaries of medical staff and funding the redesign of patient treatment – as they seek to boost drug sales in the UK, the Observer can reveal.

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Why more Americans aren’t using the 988 mental-health crisis hotline

STAT

It’s been a year since the U.S. launched its 988 national mental health hotline — and while the service is still dealing with logistical challenges , its biggest issue may be persuading more Americans to make use of it. Only 33% of Americans are at least somewhat familiar with the number and the service it provides, according to a survey of more than 2,000 adults conducted by Ipsos and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) conducted in June 2023.

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Pharma Not the Only Ones Upset with PBM Practices

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions releases resources for employers/health plan purchasers to offer insights on PBMs role in high prescription drug costs.

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Boost Post vs Creating Ads on Facebook

Pharma Marketing Network

When it comes to marketing your pharma business on Facebook, you may be wondering whether you should boost a post or create an ad. Both have their own advantages and disadvantages, so it’s important to choose the right option for your needs. Boosting a post is a quick and easy way to get more exposure for your content. When you boost a post, you’re essentially paying to increase its reach and visibility.

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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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How IRA May Be Affecting Biotech Financing

PharmExec

Recent data and commentary offer insights into how biologics vs. small molecule patent protections under the Inflation Reduction Act pricing scenarios is impacting investing in the biotech sector.

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STAT+: The new weight loss drugs are revolutionizing our understanding of desire. Food cravings could be just the beginning

STAT

One month it was pizza. Starting in the late afternoon, while he was teaching a chem lab or grading student work, a part of Anthony Fernandez’s brain would stray to visions of steaming pies. The thought of sinking his teeth into one would tug at him as he packed up his things and walked to his car. By the time he pulled out of the Merrimack College campus, the urge would become a tractor beam, reeling him into the small shop just shy of Route 125 for a slice or three.

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Top Clinical Services for Boosting Your Pharmacy’s Revenue

Digital Pharmacist

With reimbursements dwindling and the so-called “ DIR Apocalypse ” or “DIR Armageddon” on the horizon, no explanation is needed as to why independent pharmacies are seeking innovative ways to expand their revenue streams beyond traditional prescription dispensing. By diversifying services and embracing a patient-centered approach, independent pharmacies can position themselves as vital healthcare hubs within their communities.

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Assessing the Accuracy of Pharmaceutical-Sponsored Health Information Online

Pharma Marketing Network

The internet is a vast resource of information on health and wellness. However, not all of this information is created equal. Some of it is accurate and reliable, while other information may be misleading or even harmful. This is especially true when it comes to pharmaceutical-sponsored health information. Pharmaceutical companies have a vested interest in promoting their products, so it’s important to be critical of any information they put out.

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Harnessing AI for Pharma Sales

PharmExec

Artificial intelligence is steadily becoming a game changer for the pharma industry, particularly in commercialization activities, such as sales and marketing—and efforts to help highly sought treatments reach the right patients.

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J&J expands global access to TB drug as popular novelist joins advocacy campaign

STAT

Advocates have been fighting Johnson & Johnson for years over a patent on a lifesaving tuberculosis pill. On Thursday, they won a partial victory as the United Nations-affiliated group STOP TB announced an agreement to make cheaper generics available across dozens of low- and middle-income countries with high rates of disease. The deal had been in the works for months and was signed in June, according to STOP TB global drug facility chief Brenda Waning.

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Positive data for Caribou Biosciences’ CB-010 candidate

Pharma Times

CAR-T cell therapy being researched among patients with relapsed or refractory B cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma - News - PharmaTimes

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Can Out-of-the-Box Marketing Work for Pharma?

Pharma Marketing Network

The pharmaceutical industry is a highly regulated industry, and as such, marketing strategies must be carefully planned and executed. However, this does not mean that out-of-the-box marketing is not possible or effective. In fact, in some cases, out-of-the-box marketing can be the most effective way to reach target audiences and achieve marketing goals.

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Crossing the Brain Barrier

PharmExec

COMPASS Pathways’ CEO, Kabir Nath, has a clear vision for psychedelics—and is leading the way with the company’s focus on psilocybin and efforts to separate the science from the hype.

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Why nearly half of Americans with Parkinson’s don’t see a neurologist

STAT

It took Richard Huckabee nine years to get a Parkinson’s diagnosis. A district manager for a convenience store chain, he first noticed symptoms in 2004 when his voice would suddenly falter while speaking to large groups of employees. “It’s probably just stress,” Huckabee remembered his doctor saying. A year later came the brain fuzziness, with Huckabee forgetting his colleagues’ names, having his thoughts freeze mid-conversation, and fully losing his ability to

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Increased prescribing across four out of five kinds of mental health drug

The Pharmacist

The number of mental health medicines prescribed in 2022/23 in England has increased since last year across antidepressants, central nervous system and ADHD drugs, antipsychotics and drugs for dementia. But hypnotics and anxiolytics items and the number of patients using these items both decreased by 2% since last year, according to recent figures from the […] The post Increased prescribing across four out of five kinds of mental health drug appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Beyond the Pill: Creating Value with Patient-Centric Pharmaceutical Marketing

Pharma Marketing Network

The pharmaceutical industry is facing a number of challenges, including increasing competition, rising costs, and changing regulations. In order to succeed in this challenging environment, pharmaceutical companies need to adopt a patient-centric approach to marketing. Patient-centric pharmaceutical marketing is based on the understanding that patients are more than just consumers of drugs.

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‘It’s naive to think this is in the best interests of the NHS.’ How Big Pharma’s millions are influencing healthcare

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Observer investigation shows drug company money flows through the NHS, raising questions about conflict of interest When the NHS celebrated its 75th anniversary last week, it prompted a fresh debate about a healthcare system on the brink of collapse. Prof Philip Banfield, the chair of the council of the British Medical Association, warned the union’s annual meeting in Liverpool that every indicator in the NHS was “flashing red”.

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Doctors use precision medicine to show melanoma drugs can shrink rare brain tumor by 90%

STAT

By going down to the molecular level, doctors have uncovered a way to treat tumors caused by a rare brain cancer using medicines that already exist. Two cancer drugs — currently approved for the treatment of melanoma — were able to treat a rare type of brain cancer called PCP, or papillary craniopharyngioma, researchers reported in a study published Thursday in the New England Journal of Medicine.

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Avrobio halts gene therapy research and considers a sale

BioPharma Dive

The decision to explore “strategic alternatives” comes about six weeks after the company sold its most advanced treatment to Novartis for nearly $90 million.

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Choosing the Best Web Development Company for the Pharmaceutical Industry

Pharma Marketing Network

Your website is your online storefront, so it’s important to choose the best web development company to create it. In the pharmaceutical industry, where trust and credibility are essential, it’s especially important to choose a web development company that understands the specific needs of your business. Here are some factors to consider when choosing a web development company for the pharmaceutical industry: ● Experience in the pharmaceutical industry: Make sure the company you choo

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EMA revises guidance on nitrosamine impurities

European Pharmaceutical Review

As of 7 July 2023, the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has updated its guidance on nitrosamine impurities. The regulatory body has amended Q&A 10 to include the Carcinogenic Potency Categorization Approach (CPCA) and the enhanced Ames test (EAT) for establishing acceptable intakes (AIs) for N -nitrosamines. The assessment report of the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP)’s Article 5(3) of Regulation (EC) No 726/2004 opinion on nitrosamine impurities in human medicinal produ

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WHO says aspartame might cause cancer — but that most adult consumers don’t need to worry

STAT

WASHINGTON — Aspartame, the popular artificial sweetener in diet sodas and chewing gums, may possibly cause cancer — but the risk appears to be very low for occasional consumers of these products, according to two reports released Thursday evening by the World Health Organization. The first report , penned by the WHO’s International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), found “limited evidence” that aspartame may cause liver cancer.

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Lasers for Thyroid Tissue Regeneration

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Is it possible to get off thyroid medications or regain thyroid function without taking medications when you have Hashimoto’s? Here’s an excerpt from my book, Hashimoto’s Protocol : Most physicians and endocrinologists will say that in Hashimoto’s, hypothyroidism is irreversible and ends with complete thyroid cell damage, leading to a lifelong requirement of thyroid hormone medications.

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Lifelong Learning in the Role of a Pharmacy Inspector 

National Association of Boards of Pharmacy

Careers in pharmacy involve lifelong learning and adaptation to new situations. In this feature, a Virginia pharmacy inspector discusses her ever-changing role in the field. Amy Branson, PharmD, RPh  Pharmacy Inspector, Virginia Department of Health Professions  How long have you been serving as a pharmacy inspector for the Board? What was your prior role?

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UKHSA issues London measles outbreak warning

The Pharmacist

London could see a measles outbreak of tens of thousands of cases unless vaccination rates improve, the UK Health Security Agency has warned. In response, NHS England has launched a national campaign encouraging people to check their vaccination status, particularly targeted towards people living in the capital. So far this year, there has been 128 […] The post UKHSA issues London measles outbreak warning appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Celiac study examines precisely how gluten triggers injury to intestine

STAT

For a person with celiac disease, eating a bagel goes something like this: chewing and savoring, the flavor of the high-gluten bread made ever more delicious by its forbidden nature, by knowing there will be hell to pay.  Then, the bagel is broken down, separated into the digestible and the not: Parts of gliadin, a protein found in gluten, stay in the gut.

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Stada expands its European treatment portfolio

Pharma Times

Company adds a number of additional brands from Sanofi following initial take overs in 2021 - News - PharmaTimes

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EMA expands probe of possible suicide risk to popular weight loss, diabetes drugs

BioPharma Dive

The European drug regulator says it now has 150 reports of possible cases involving self-injury and suicidal thoughts among people taking GLP-1 medicines like Ozempic.

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WHO prequalifies meningitis conjugate vaccine

European Pharmaceutical Review

The first conjugate vaccine to protect against the five predominant causes of meningococcal meningitis in Africa, has been prequalified by the World Health Organization (WHO). MenFive ® has been developed through a 13-year collaboration between the world’s largest vaccine manufacturer Serum Institute of India Pvt. Ltd. (SIIPL) and PATH, with funding from the UK government.