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Do humans have a place in pharma’s AI future?

PharmaVoice

From COTA’s large datasets and AI model assistants to a company guiding patients through cancer care, AI can help — but it’s a long way from human-free.

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WHO recommends dropping component of many flu vaccines

STAT

The World Health Organization has recommended dropping a component of many flu vaccines because the viruses it protects against appear to have been driven into extinction in the Covid-19 pandemic. A family of viruses known as influenza B/Yamagata has not been seen since March 2020, when flu circulation worldwide declined to very low levels in the face of the onslaught of Covid and the protections people took to avoid contracting it.

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SAEM Clinical Images Series: Only a Flesh Wound

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

A 49-year-old male was triaged to the Fast Track area with complaints of an abrasion to the neck following an assault. The patient was attending a party with his family when “someone started shooting.” The patient believes some stucco or stone fragment from a brick wall struck him in the neck during the initial incident, but his primary concern was for his more seriously wounded family members.

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NHS Confederation research supports investment in NHS services

Pharma Times

Report shows that if the health service invests in community services hospital admissions will reduce - News - PharmaTimes

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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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Elderly exclusion: Clinical trials still fall short enrolling older adults

PharmaVoice

Despite high rates of disease in older populations, systemic issues are keeping them out of research studies.

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Exodus of life scientists from academia reaches historic levels, new data show

STAT

New data released Thursday by the National Science Foundation show the exodus of young life scientists from the Ivory Tower to industry has reached the highest level in nearly three decades, deepening concerns about the future of academic science in the U.S. Among newly minted life science Ph.D.s in 2022 who had firm next steps, roughly 53% planned to pursue postdoctoral research, a temporary period of additional training that is virtually a requirement for those hoping to land a faculty job.

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Oxford Biodynamics launches prostate screening test

Pharma Times

EpiSwitch is designed for men with prostate cancer risk in the UK and is 94% accurate - News - PharmaTimes

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Inside Bavarian Nordic’s late-stage stumbles — and its drive to become a vaccine giant

PharmaVoice

Despite recent phase 3 setbacks in RSV and COVID-19, CEO Paul Chaplin sees a promising path forward in the travel vaccine market for the Dutch biotech.

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STAT+: The Ozempic revolution is rooted in the work of Svetlana Mojsov, yet she’s been edged out of the story

STAT

On a mild May day in 1993, about 60 scientists and doctors gathered on a lawn in Copenhagen to commemorate the first International Symposium on GLP-1, the hormone that decades later would become the basis for highly effective diabetes and obesity drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. The meeting was a scientific showcase of all the leading experts in the nascent field.

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SAEM Clinical Images Series: Blue is Bad

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

66 year-old-male with a history of type 2 diabetes and hypertension presented as a transfer for rapid progression of lower extremity pain, swelling, and blue-purple discoloration of the entire limb with concern for a possible necrotizing infection. His symptoms began earlier in the day and progressed over just a few hours. He had no known thromboembolic risk factors.

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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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AstraZeneca and SAS link up on AI and analytics

Pharma Times

Collaboration will enable teams across the organisation to increase clinical research innovation - News - PharmaTimes

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Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla led Big Pharma bonus payouts over 5 years — but he’s no Elon Musk

PharmaVoice

A recent report showed how pharma’s bonuses pale in comparison to other industries, but several execs still rake in hefty packages.

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Flu, Covid vaccination rates decline, as U.S. health officials make new push for inoculations

STAT

Vaccination rates against flu and Covid-19 have declined since earlier in the pandemic and a new survey suggests significant portions of the U.S. population intend to forgo these vaccines this fall. The survey, conducted by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, suggests only about one in five Americans worry that they or someone in their family will contract influenza, Covid, or RSV — respiratory syncytial virus.

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Post-pandemic reality hits digital health hard

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Post-pandemic reality hits digital health hard Mike.

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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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NICE nod for Darzalex with lenalidomide and dexamethasone

Pharma Times

Therapy has been developed to treat adult patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma - News - PharmaTimes

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How pharma marketers can reclaim the drug pricing narrative

PharmaVoice

As Medicare negotiations heat up, it’s more important than ever for pharma companies to communicate their value. Here’s how.

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Rollout of Covid vaccines is bumpy, but not unexpected, experts say

STAT

The latest rollout of Covid-19 vaccines has been messy, with people facing more challenges getting one of the updated shots than they may have experienced since the frantic start of the very first vaccination campaign in late 2020 and the first half of 2021. The issues have come as a surprise to people whose appointments have been canceled for lack of vaccine doses, who couldn’t get an appointment at their nearest pharmacy, or who learned with dismay that the place where they got previous

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Generative AI-focused biotech startup Evozyne raises $81m

Pharmaceutical Technology

The company’s algorithms put proteins through millions of years of simulated evolution to identify potential functional candidates.

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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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NHS medicines access in jeopardy says ABPI

Pharma Times

Review raises concerns about approach taken by the DHSC regarding changes to Statutory Scheme - News - PharmaTimes

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3 recent FDA adcomm rejections — and why they matter

PharmaVoice

Decisions that could spell doom for drugs in development and already on the shelves.

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Opinion: Policymakers must take action on the physician shortage

STAT

The pressures of the last three and a half years have affected every corner of the health care landscape, but nowhere is the effect more evident than the country’s physician workforce. Burnout, staffing shortages, financial challenges, administrative burden, and two U.S. Supreme Court decisions that stand to stifle diversity and representation in medicine have hamstrung physicians across specialties and settings — in rural and urban communities, in hospitals, clinics, and independe

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New HRT facility aims to reduce supply issues

The Pharmacist

Pharmaceutical company Besins Healthcare has responded to the growing market for hormone replacement therapy (HRT) products by opening a new manufacturing facility in Spain. The UK demand for HRT medicines and their use to alleviate symptoms of the menopause have increased significantly over the last two years, leading to supply interruptions. The new facility will […] The post New HRT facility aims to reduce supply issues appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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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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Women in Life Science Denmark launches leadership drive

Pharma Times

Initiative has been designed to support career advancement for women across the life sciences - News - PharmaTimes

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The PharmaVoice 100: Standout execs

PharmaVoice

Leaders who’ve created unique strategies for thriving amid the heavy headwinds facing the industry.

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Black people are more likely to be physically restrained in emergency rooms, study finds

STAT

In the chaotic environment of an emergency room, hospital staffers sometimes face the question of whether to use physical restraints when a patient is experiencing a behavioral crisis. Using restraints is meant to be a last resort in the face of a patient’s agitation in order to keep health care workers and others around them safe. But restraints can also lead to severe adverse outcomes for patients, including physical and psychological trauma.

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FDA staff hold ‘major concerns’ with Brainstorm ALS therapy, documents show

BioPharma Dive

Agency scientists flagged numerous issues with Brainstorm’s stem cell treatment ahead of a high-profile Wednesday meeting of expert FDA advisers.

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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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Austrian State Secretary to speak at FlyPharma Europe 2023

Pharma Times

FlyPharma Europe is an event for the pharma logistics industry, connecting professionals from across the globe - News - PharmaTimes

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For Astellas’ CMO, accelerating innovation means working at the edge of your comfort zone

PharmaVoice

Scientific discovery through new, breakthrough modalities is essential to solve current and future global health challenges – but the path is not easy nor well-defined.

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STAT+: Over-the-counter Sudafed doesn’t work. Neither does our system for evaluating older drugs

STAT

You would have been forgiven for being surprised on Sept. 12 when a panel of advisers to the Food and Drug Administration concluded that the active ingredient in Sudafed PE and other over-the-counter decongestants is completely ineffective. It was front-page news, birthed myriad explainer stories on the internet, and even inspired a lawsuit against companies that sold the medicine, phenylephrine.

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PTC to lay off more staff following drug setback in Europe

BioPharma Dive

The biotech is expanding cuts it announced a few months ago after the EMA decided against renewing a conditional clearance for its drug Translarna.

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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.