Fri.Jan 03, 2025

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Simplifying Vaccine Access Translates to Better Uptake

Drug Topics

Researchers explored ideas of simplifying the vaccination process to yield higher rates of adult immunization, similar to that of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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ASHP Midyear: New Therapies Are on the Horizon for Fatty Liver Disease, But Access Challenges Remain

Pharmacy Times

New medications like GLP-1 agonists and resmiterone show promise in reversing fatty liver disease and preventing progression.

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CARsgen gets a win for CAR-T in solid tumours

pharmaphorum

CARsgen Therapeutics' claudin 18.2-targeting autologous CAR-T therapy satri-cel has shown efficacy in gastric cancer, setting up a filing in China.

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USP Compliance Presents Unique Challenges for Outpatient Oncology

Pharmacy Times

Compliance is achievable for outpatient oncology practices with careful planning and execution.

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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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Capricor files cell therapy for DMD cardiomyopathy with FDA

pharmaphorum

Capricor completes its US filing for deramiocel, vying to become the first FDA-approved therapy for cardiomyopathy in Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

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Anemia in Patients With Cancer Causes Significant Fatigue, Impacting Quality of Life

Pharmacy Times

Pharmacists should be aware of the impacts that anemia in patients being treated for cancer has on daily activities and overall quality of life.

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Quality Improvement Initiatives Could Help Increase Glucagon Prescribing

Drug Topics

A study found that sending a letter to providers about standards of care and glucagon preparations could increase glucagon prescription rates.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Mimicking prior federal and state investigations into drug manufacturers, health insurer Aetna is suing in Connecticut for rigging the generic drug market.

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Cultural, Health System Barriers Impact HPV Vaccination Rates

Drug Topics

Researchers aimed to identify the barriers impeding HPV vaccine uptake since 2019 among US mid-adults aged 27 to 45.

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Regeneron builds in eye disease tech with Oxular takeover

pharmaphorum

Regeneron has bought Oxular, a UK specialist in retinal diseases, in a move that bolsters its already strong position in ophthalmology therapies.

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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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Continuous Glucose Monitoring Shows Potential to Improving Clinical Outcomes in Type 2 Diabetes

Pharmacy Times

However, the effects on patient-reported outcomes were inconclusive when compared with self-monitoring blood glucose or the usual care.

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Patient organisations 'too influenced by corporate funders'

pharmaphorum

Researchers have called for action to safeguard the independence of patient advocacy organisations as they increasingly rely on corporate funding.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Ardent Health is making good on its ambitions to grow its footprint in ambulatory care through acquisitions. The for-profit system kicked off 2025 by buying 18 urgent care clinics across New Mexico and Oklahoma from NextCare Urgent Care.

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They may be ‘miracle’ drugs, but obesity meds call for a team approach

STAT

Life was getting better for Carlos Campos, 72, a retired machinist who lives with his wife and daughter in Tukwila, Wash. Diagnosed about 20 years ago with type 2 diabetes, he was delighted to see his blood sugar levels improve dramatically about a year ago, when he started taking Ozempic.  Every week, in hour-long appointments, he shared his improved numbers via his continuous glucose monitor’s app with Maureen Chomko, a diabetes educator who works with his primary care physician at

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What the FDA's New Dosage Guidance Means for the Future of Clinical Research

Speaker: Dr. Ben Locwin - Biopharmaceutical Executive & Healthcare Futurist

What will the future hold for clinical research? A recent draft from the FDA provides valuable insight. In "Optimizing the Dosage of Human Prescription Drugs and Biological Products for the Treatment of Oncologic Diseases," the FDA notes that "targeted therapies demonstrate different dose-response relationships compared to cytotoxic chemotherapy, such that doses below the Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) may have similar efficacy to the MTD but with fewer toxicities.

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Cardiovascular Disease May Accelerate Tumor Growth in Patients With Advanced Breast Cancer

Pharmacy Times

Patients with hormone receptorpositive and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 breast cancer are particularly at risk.

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IIT Guwahati and Bose Institute develop injectable hydrogel for cancer

Pharmaceutical Technology

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati and the Bose Institute Kolkata research team have developed an advanced injectable hydrogel

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How pharma was instrumental in President Jimmy Carter’s global health efforts

PharmaVoice

Pharma companies stepped up to support The Carter Center and provide access to life-saving treatments.

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NDA in China receives priority review status for lung cancer treatment

Pharmafile

HUTCHMED have announced that the China National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) have granted a priority review for a new drug application (NDA). The NDA will cover the combination of TAGRISSO (osimertinib) and ORPATHYS (savolitinib) in the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutation-positive non-small cell lung cancer […] The post NDA in China receives priority review status for lung cancer treatment appeared first

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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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HPLC method demonstrates value for quality control analysis of cardiovascular drug

European Pharmaceutical Review

Researchers have developed a high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) method that enables accurate determination and precise impurity analysis of the adrenergic -receptor blocker Carvedilol. Carvedilol is commonly used drug to treat cardiovascular diseases , Yuan et al. explained. While there are a variety of methods that can detect and quantify carvedilol, these methods often have limitations in terms of sensitivity, selectivity, or the ability to simultaneously quantify carvedilol and its

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Expanding diagnostic and biomarker options to improve MASH clinical trials

Pharmaceutical Technology

Distinguishing the stages of fibrosis in MASH is a pressing need for diagnoses and clinical trials.

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Navigating Access and Reimbursement Through Uncertainty

Pharmaceutical Commerce

A forum intended for HCPs, policy experts, and industry leaders addresses pressing obstacles facing this sector of the industry today.

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SIGA’s antiviral approved in Japan for orthopoxvirus treatment

Pharmaceutical Technology

SIGA Technologies has gained the Japanese regulatory approval for TEPOXX (tecovirimat) for the treatment of smallpox, mpox and cowpox.

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Pharma Pulse 1/3/25: Navigating Fertility Misinformation on Social Media, Nearly 75% of Adolescents Experience Depression/Anxiety & more

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The latest news for pharma industry insiders.

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From Davids to Goliaths: the GLP-1R gold rush

Pharmaceutical Technology

There are now more than 300 GLP-1Rs in an active stage of development, from industry giants and potential market disrupters.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Providence is no longer in-network for Oregonians enrolled in Aetna plans amid lengthy contract negotiations between the two. | Providence is no longer in-network for Oregonians enrolled in Aetna plans amid lengthy contract negotiations between the two.

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China’s NMPA prioritises HUTCHMED’s lung cancer therapy review

Pharmaceutical Technology

China NMPA has granted acceptance and priority review for the NDA for HUTCHMEDs ORPATHYS (savolitinib) and TAGRISSO (osimertinib) combination

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Does Aetna cover Gardasil 9?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Gardasil 9 is a vaccine approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to prevent various medical conditions caused by nine types of human papillomavirus (HPV). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that causes genital warts and certain types of cancer, such as cervical cancer, anal cancer, vulvar cancer, throat (oropharyngeal) cancer, and penile cancers that develop from high-risk HPV strains.

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Custom Pet Medication: Tailored Solutions for Your Pet’s Health

Compounding Pharmacy of America

Discover how custom pet medication can address your furry friend's unique health needs. Learn about veterinary compounding and personalized care solutions. The post Custom Pet Medication: Tailored Solutions for Your Pet’s Health appeared first on Compounding Pharmacy of America.

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Can you take Tums and omeprazole together?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Got heartburn? Then youve probably taken your share of Tums and Rolaids. If you deal with chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease ( GERD ), you might also take a prescription drug for your condition. These medications work very differently in the body, which might make you wonder: Which is better for fast relief? Is it safe to take both? Tums is an over-the-counter (OTC), brand-name antacid.

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Everything You Need to Know About Allergy Medicine for Dogs

Compounding Pharmacy of America

Learn about allergy medicine for dogs, including compounded solutions that address specific needs like skin irritations, food allergies, and environmental sensitivities. The post Everything You Need to Know About Allergy Medicine for Dogs appeared first on Compounding Pharmacy of America.

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Sanofi, SK Bioscience Launch Phase III Trial Program to Develop PCV21 for Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccines

PharmExec

PCV21 is the first pneumococcal conjugate vaccine candidate with more than 20 serotypes to enter a Phase III clinical trial in infants and toddlers.

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Seeing is investing: The power of visuals at every stage of development

pharmaphorum

As biotech start-ups evolve, the ability to communicate effectively with key stakeholders those who will fund the next stage of your journey becomes crucial.

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Johnson & Johnson, Kaken Pharmaceutical Strike Licensing Agreement for the STAT6 Program That Targets Autoimmune, Allergic Diseases

PharmExec

Under terms of the deal, Johnson & Johnson will gain an exclusive license to the STAT6 program, with Kaken maintaining commercialization rights in Japan.

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