Drug Topics
JUNE 21, 2024
In a webinar conducted by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID), experts gathered to publicly address the ongoing bird flu outbreak across many US states.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
ORLANDO — Twelve people with type 1 diabetes who received a therapy derived from stem cells were able to produce enough of their own insulin to maintain healthy blood glucose levels 90 days later, Vertex Pharmaceuticals said Friday. All but one reduced or eliminated the need to inject insulin over those three months and three people followed for one year no longer needed to inject insulin at all.
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Drug Topics
JUNE 21, 2024
Four abstracts presented at ASCO 2024 delved into cannabis and pain management, potential medication interactions, and symptom mitigation, in patients with cancer.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
As a toddler, Veronica Ayala loved Fridays. At 5 o’clock sharp, her mom whisked her away from the grim Moody State School for Cerebral Palsied Children for a 48-hour reprieve. Ayala’s house was mere minutes away, but the doctors insisted that she had to live at the Galveston, Texas institution during the week so she could learn how to walk.
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
Drug Topics
JUNE 21, 2024
The strongest independent predictors of becoming adherent to dermatology follow-up included younger age and prior outpatient visits.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
Danyel Smith has served 21 years of a life sentence at Dooly Correctional Facility in Unadilla, Georgia, for the 2003 murder of his two-month-old son, Chandler. The sole evidence against him at trial was the testimony of three physicians who said that child abuse — in this case shaken baby syndrome — was the only explanation for his son’s symptoms.
Pharmacy Technician Pulse brings together the best content for pharmacy technicians from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
WASHINGTON — A House panel is exploring holding a vote on scaled-back versions of two major health care bills that would expand Medicare’s coverage of cancer screening tests and hugely popular weight loss drugs, five sources familiar with the planning told STAT. Full Medicare coverage for both items has broad bipartisan support, but the expansion has been hampered by the likely exorbitant price tags to the federal government.
Drug Topics
JUNE 21, 2024
Dive in and learn more about the answers to yesterday’s quiz.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
ORLANDO — The United States is at a critical juncture in its efforts to treat chronic diseases, particularly type 2 diabetes, and now has a chance to change the dangerous trajectory it’s currently following, FDA Commissioner Robert Califf said Friday. “The U.S. is leading the world in technology development, innovation, new gadgets of all kinds, new drugs, you name it,” he said.
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 21, 2024
The quadruplet regimen added bortezomib to the current standard of care, which is a triplet regimen of isatuximab, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone for patients with transplant-ineligible, newly diagnosed multiple myeloma (NDMM TI).
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.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
A jury has found Stanford University and Stanford Health Care liable for millions of dollars in damages to a longtime employee who sued the institution over its handling of racial harassment and discrimination against her a decade ago. After a seven-week trial, the jury ordered the award to be $20 million, but the Alameda County Superior Court concluded last week the award should be reduced to $10 million.
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 21, 2024
With improved technology and innovations for diabetes, it is essential for health care providers and health agencies to collaborate to combat rising rates of diabetes.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
Kaiser Permanente on Friday announced the next deal to build out its Risant Health network of health systems. Risant plans to acquire North Carolina’s Cone Health, a Greensboro, N.C.-based system with four acute-care hospitals, more than 700 doctors, and — crucially for Risant — an accountable care organization and a health plan.
Fierce Healthcare
JUNE 21, 2024
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued a decision in a major legal case that observers have said could fundamentally alter the preventive services provision in the Affordable Care Act. | The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued its ruling on Braidwood Management v. Becerra, a case that has wide-ranging implications on millions of Americans.
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.
PharmaVoice
JUNE 21, 2024
Despite a recent surge of interest, the femtech and women’s health markets are far from reaching their full potential.
Fierce Healthcare
JUNE 21, 2024
Pomelo Care, a virtual value-based provider focused on maternal health, raised $46 million in a series B round to expand its care model and grow its headcount. | Pomelo offers virtual pregnancy, postpartum and infant care to patients between visits, while also analyzing claims and health record data to proactively identify individual risk factors.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
Outside of North Carolina, most people probably haven’t heard of Cone Health. But the relatively small system has an outsized reputation for keeping locals healthy and out of hospitals, according to the CEO of the health care network that struck a deal to acquire it. Improving health outcomes is the stated mission of that network, called Risant Health.
Fierce Healthcare
JUNE 21, 2024
Telehealth startup Done said it "disagrees" with the criminal charges filed last week against its founder, Ruthia He, and David Brody, M.D., and plans to continue operating. | Telehealth startup Done said it "disagrees" with the criminal charges filed last week against its founder, Ruthia He, and David Brody, M.D. and plans to continue operating.
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Pharmacy Times
JUNE 21, 2024
Tim Mok, PharmD, BCOP, BCPS, discusses innovative therapies that are changing the treatment options available for patients with hematologic malignancies.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
Vendors of electronic health records and other health technology platforms have begun to publicize and demonstrate “patients like mine” capabilities, which insert analytics distilled from EHR data into the physician workflow to guide clinical decisions. While these implementations could be helpful, simple analytics must not be passed off as evidence, and care must be taken to rigorously implement and vet these tools to avoid the negative clinical and cost outcomes associated with i
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 21, 2024
Pharmacy Times will be at McKesson ideaShare 2024 Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana from June 23 to June 26, 2024.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
Want to stay on top of the science and politics driving biotech today? Sign up to get our biotech newsletter in your inbox. Buenos dias! Writing from one of the more unique locations in my tenure as a Readout author… Hola from a mercado in Mexico City. On tap today: Early studies show that checkpoint inhibitors may be more effective if combined with JAK inhibitors.
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 21, 2024
There are numerous challenges with cell and gene therapies in oncology, such as accessibility, cost, and prior authorizations, as well as the need for improved education and training within the oncology community.
Fierce Healthcare
JUNE 21, 2024
There is an old saying that if you do not make time for your wellness, you will be forced to make time for your illness. | The time has come to recognize the power of primary care to lead transformation of the U.S. healthcare system.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
A federal judge has sided with a powerful hospital lobby in a legal battle with regulators over hospitals’ use of third-party website trackers to gather details about visitors’ online behavior. North Texas U.S. District Court Judge Mark Pittman ruled that federal guidance limiting hospital websites’ use of these trackers exceeds the Health and Human Services Department’s authority under HIPAA, according to an opinion filed Thursday.
pharmaphorum
JUNE 21, 2024
Explore the latest advancements in genomics and sequencing technologies, and learn how next-generation data management tools are transforming genomic research and applications in this new genomic frontier.
The Checkup by Singlecare
JUNE 21, 2024
If you’re managing Type 2 diabetes , choosing foods that help regulate blood glucose levels is essential. According to the American Diabetes Association , the best food choices for people with diabetes include whole grains, lean proteins, healthy fats, and non-starchy vegetables. Foods that are high in fiber and low in sugar are good snack options for individuals with diabetes because they help prevent rapid increases in blood sugar levels, improve heart health, and assist with weight mana
pharmaphorum
JUNE 21, 2024
Twice-yearly lenacapavir injection provides 100% protection from HIV when used as PrEP in cisgender women, says Gilead.
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 21, 2024
Presenters at the American Diabetes Association 84th Scientific Sessions, analyzed potential developments in treatment for patients with diabetes and diabetic kidney disease.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
Hired someone new and exciting? Promoted a rising star? Finally solved that hard-to-fill spot? Share the news with us, and we’ll share it with others. That’s right. Send us your changes, and we’ll find a home for them. Don’t be shy. Everyone wants to know who is coming and going. And here is our regular feature in which we highlight a different person each week.
pharmaphorum
JUNE 21, 2024
Chimps’ self-medication with plants could aid drug discovery Phil.
STAT
JUNE 21, 2024
And so, another working week will soon draw to a close. Not a moment too soon, yes? This is, you may recall, our treasured signal to daydream about weekend plans. Our agenda, so far, appears quite modest. We hope to tidy up around the castle, promenade with the official mascots and hold another listening party, where the rotation will likely include this , this , this , this and this.
pharmaphorum
JUNE 21, 2024
NWEH launches software that takes legwork out of serious adverse event reporting in clinical trials and could reduce costs.
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