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7 common compliance issues faced by the pharmaceutical industry in India

Express Pharma

Indias pharmaceutical industry is one of the largest in the world, playing a crucial role in both domestic healthcare and global drug supply. But behind the innovation and scale lies a web of regulations that pharma companies must follow closely. Compliance in this sector is non-negotiable; it impacts everything from manufacturing and labour to environmental practices and global trade.

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Opinion: I’m a dentist from India. The fluoride debate in the U.S. horrifies me

STAT

Florida has just banned fluoride in public water , becoming the second state to do so. It’s part of decadeslong battle that has heated up in recent years. Local governments debate whether it belongs in the water supply. Parents question safety. Pseudoscience clouds public perception. Often, the conversation is framed as a domestic ideological battle between personal liberty and public health mandates.

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HHS cancels $766m bird flu vaccine contract with Moderna

Pharmaceutical Technology

The HSS has terminated a contract previously awarded to Moderna to help advance a vaccine candidate targeting bird flu.

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Merck, Daiichi pull approval application for ADC in lung cancer

BioPharma Dive

A therapy at the center of their $22 billion alliance failed to extend survival in a type of lung tumor, leading the companies to abandon a U.S. submission.

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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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Navigating geopolitical shifts: India’s strategic position in global pharma supply chains

Express Pharma

Global pharma supply chains are undergoing a fundamental shift in the backdrop of key US legislation that is set to pass soon. Since the late 90s, as drug discovery started to expand significantly in the US, the development model has evolved to increasingly rely on outsourcing. This evolution saw the development of China as a key partner they capitalised well on the opportunity and developed a strong CDMO industry catering to US biopharma.

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STAT+: With Covid vaccine decisions, RFK Jr. unleashes an unfettered assault on public health  

STAT

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s unilateral decision that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention would no longer recommend Covid-19 boosters for healthy people during childhood or pregnancy represents a bulldozing of safeguards intended to keep public health officials honest and their decisions transparent. It also tramples on individuals’ ability to make their own decisions about medical evidence.

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New technology could enhance CAR T therapy manufacture

European Pharmaceutical Review

Research has illustrated a potential new device for harvesting T cells that could improve the cost-effectiveness of manufacturing CAR T-cell therapy and make the cancer immunotherapy more accessible to patients. In development by investigators in the US, the device, called capture and glow (CAPGLO), captures T cells via a magnetic field and makes them visible using glowing fluorescent tags.

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How to Create a Robust Generic Drug Quality Management System

Drug Patent Watch

"Generic Medications: The Unseen Struggle for Quality Control As the pharmaceutical industry grapples with the complexities of generic drug production, a hidden crisis is unfolding. Despite their lower price points, generic medications often fall short of their branded counterparts in terms of quality and consistency. But what if I told you there's a way to bridge this gap?

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STAT+: AI-based mammography is here, and it has a trust problem

STAT

Radiologists interpret more than 40 million mammograms in the United States every year. In 2025, AI tools to help detect or diagnose possible cancer will be applied to millions of them.  As the Food and Drug Administration has cleared several AI algorithms to analyze mammograms, some imaging centers are adopting them en masse. RadNet, which owns more than 400 U.S. radiology practices, says it deploys its own AI algorithm in 600,000 mammograms every year.

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Ten tips for providing effective diabetes reviews

The Pharmacist

PCN pharmacy lead Gareth Malson offers his top ten tips for supporting people with diabetes to improve control of their condition at regular review The prevalence of diabetes is continuing to rise at an alarming rate. In 2023-24, the national diabetes register increased by around 21 people every hour, with 4.6m living with diabetes in […] The post Ten tips for providing effective diabetes reviews appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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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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InflaRx stock halves after it drops lead drug

pharmaphorum

InflaRx has abandoned its drug development programme, vilobelimab for rare skin disease pyoderma gangrenosum, cratering its share price.

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Lumanity and Parker Institute partner to support delivery of new immunotherapies

Pharma Times

The alliance combines Lumanitys commercial and development strategy capabilities with PICIs translational research expertise

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Opinion: Longevity seekers misunderstand a fundamental truth about biology

STAT

It’s easy to feel as though you’re doing something wrong these days if you don’t know your VO 2 -Max and how many hours of REM sleep you get each night, or if you’re not taking a dozen different supplements and scrutinizing every morsel of food that makes its way into your mouth. “Biohackers” and other longevity seekers — with their many podcasts, YouTube channels, and X accounts — would have you believe that if you diligently measure your

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How PCN pharmacists led a hypertension outreach event

The Pharmacist

Wandle PCN collaborated with the Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) to launch a pharmacist-led initiative to tackle hypertension. The collaboration saw a group of pharmacists organise a hypertension event, targeting high-risk individuals who did not engage with primary care for health checks. CLCH senior clinical pharmacist Upriya Patel explains more.

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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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Eisai says patent win blocks Lenvima generic to 2036

pharmaphorum

Eisai has won a lawsuit blocking FDA approval of Shilpa's generic of cancer blockbuster Lenvima until 2036, although the verdict could go to appeal

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Cadila Pharmaceuticals launches Empadon (Empagliflozin)

Express Pharma

Cadila Pharmaceuticals has launched Empadon (Empagliflozin), marking its foray into the transformative SGLT2 inhibitor therapy space. The SGLT2 inhibitor class, with Empagliflozin at its forefront, has emerged as a cornerstone in the management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). With the recent expiry of Empagliflozins patent, the landscape is ripe for expanding access to this game-changing therapy.

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Opinion: How we beat anti-vaccination bills in North Dakota

STAT

Misinformation spreads faster than prairie fire, often with as much destruction. Right now, state legislatures nationwide are debating bills based on erroneous beliefs that would strip away public health protections. Calls to increase vaccine exemptions in schools and daycare centers, for example, have contributed to measles outbreaks in Texas and elsewhere.

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New Summit data could slow US approval plans for PD-1/VEGF drug

BioPharma Dive

Ivonescimab helped cut the risk of lung tumor progression in half in a multi-country Phase 3 trial. But it hasn’t yet clearly extended survival, which will be necessary to support an FDA submission.

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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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AbbVie’s ADC win shows how pharma can break through in solid tumors

PharmaVoice

An oncology pivot recently paid off for the large pharma, which scored a milestone nod for its lead ADC.

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UK Researcher Wins Prestigious IBSA Foundation Fellowship for Pioneering Dermatology Study

Pharmafile

Milan, 27 May 2025 A researcher from the Wellcome Sanger Institute near Cambridge has been awarded a prestigious international Fellowship by the IBSA Foundation for scientific research, recognising her groundbreaking work on skin cell biology. Dr Masami Ando Kuri, originally from Mexico, is one of six global winners of the 2024 IBSA Foundation Fellowships, […] The post UK Researcher Wins Prestigious IBSA Foundation Fellowship for Pioneering Dermatology Study appeared first on Pharmafile.

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With aura readings and a Lauryn Hill concert, Philip Morris rolls out a new tobacco product in the U.S.

STAT

Strolling past the sleek, blue-lit pop-up stores and lounges that began peppering the city of Austin, Texas, this spring, passersby might pause to wonder about what trendy new tech product goes by the name of “IQOS.” Perhaps a smartwatch or a set of noise-canceling wireless earbuds? The chicly futuristic branding of IQOS, a heated tobacco product owned by Philip Morris International, is one of several things worrying researchers and anti-tobacco advocates.

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The Hidden Costs of Pharma Procurement—And How to Cut Them

Drug Patent Watch

"The Dark Side of Prescription Prices: Uncovering the Hidden Costs of Pharma Procurement As the cost of prescription medications continues to skyrocket, patients and payers are left wondering: where's the money going? A closer look at the pharma procurement process reveals a complex web of hidden fees, opaque pricing, and inefficient practices that are driving up costs and hurting those who need care the most.

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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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DP World Nhava Sheva expands with new weekly shipping services to China and Southeast Asia

Express Pharma

DP World welcomed the inaugural calls of the CI6/SIS/CISC2 and SI8/AIS5 service at its Nhava Sheva terminal. This aims to strengthen the terminals connectivity with key Asian economies and enhance trade efficiency through improved maritime links. The new services – CI6/SIS/CISC2 and SI8/AIS5 offer expanded market access for Indian exporters and importers.

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TQ Therapeutics acquires Juno GmbH to support decentralised cell therapy platform

Pharmafile

TQ Therapeutics (TQx) has acquired Juno Therapeutics GmbH, the German subsidiary of Juno Therapeutics, through a share purchase agreement. Juno GmbH was previously owned by Bristol Myers Squibb. Financial terms have not been disclosed. The acquisition expands TQxs access to intellectual property and licensing agreements that will support the development of its decentralised, automated cell […] The post TQ Therapeutics acquires Juno GmbH to support decentralised cell therapy platform appear

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Opinion: STAT+: The World Health Assembly’s giant leap on rare diseases

STAT

On May 24, the World Health Assembly, the governing body of the WHO, ratified landmark legislation that, if implemented fully, will change the future for people living with rare diseases. It calls for concrete action plans that will have far-reaching impacts across health care systems in diverse nations around the globe. It’s a historic moment in decades-long efforts to appropriately address the needs of the approximately 400 million people who suffer from rare diseases.

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Data sets up filing of new GSK antibiotic this year

pharmaphorum

GSK has said it will file its oral carbapenem antibiotic tebipenem HBr for approval before the end of this year as a treatment for complicated UTIs

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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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Panel Discussion: From factory to patient: Just in time deliveries

Express Pharma

Panellists in this video: + Mr Naresh Ranade, VP Supply Chain, Sharon BioMedicine (Moderator) + Mr Arindam Bhattacharya, VP-Supply Chain Excellence, Amneal Pharmaceuticals + Ms Meghna Bhatt, Director Customer Service Operations, Medtronic + Dr Ashish Negi, VP-Service Logistics, DHL Supply Chain India + Ms Jasvinder Kaur, Deputy GM, Sun Pharma + Mr Kaifeel Shaikh, VP-Domestic Distribution & Global LogisticsEXIM, Indoco Remedies + Mr Anuj Agarwal, VP-Supply Chain, Par Formulations Key Highlig

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The Royal Marsden launches AI radiology platform to revolutionise cancer care

Pharmafile

The Royal Marsden, a world-leading cancer research centre, has launched a large-scale, AI-powered radiology platform designed to accelerate cancer detection and treatment using medical imaging. This marks a major milestone in the application of AI for cancer research. The technology will develop and evaluate AI algorithms to improve the accuracy of cancer evaluation, including sarcoma, […] The post The Royal Marsden launches AI radiology platform to revolutionise cancer care appeared first

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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a biotech IPO slump, FDA oversight of pharma ads, and more

STAT

Hello, everyone, and how are you today? We are doing just fine, thank you, especially since the middle of the week is already upon us. After all, we have made it this far so we have decided to hang on for another couple of days. And why not? Given the likely alternatives, this seems to be a reasonable decision. To make the time fly, we are firing up the trusted coffee kettle and brewing another cup of stimulation.

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Cancer drugmaker iTeos to shut down

BioPharma Dive

Weeks after shelving a TIGIT drug prospect, the biotech is seeking to sell off its assets and intellectual property in a bid to "maximize" shareholder value.

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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.