Tue.Mar 18, 2025

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Pharmacy Buprenorphine Programs Can Increase OUD Treatment Access, But Barriers Limit Engagement

Drug Topics

The top reported barriers to providing buprenorphine included regulatory and administrative, operational and attitudinal, and patient-related challenges.

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Private equity ‘gobbling’ up care facilities for people with disabilities

STAT

Private equity firms are acquiring facilities that care for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities at an alarming rate, according to a new report released Tuesday. The care industry for this population has been historically owned and operated by nonprofits and faith-based institutions. However, between 2013 and 2023, private equity firms made over 1,000 acquisitions of disability and elder care providers — a likely undercount, according to the report published by the Priva

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Social Determinants Crucial in Obesity Prevention, Treatment

Drug Topics

On both an individual and societal level, researchers explored how social, cultural, and ethnic determinants impact the treatment and management of obesity.

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STAT+: Congress created a unique plan to save rural hospitals — but few are using it

STAT

When Ted Matthews came out of retirement in early 2023 to retake the helm of the rural Texas hospital where he’d started his health care career, it was something of a rescue mission. They were having bake sales to keep the place afloat. Staff were updating their resumes. At every board meeting, they’d decide which bills to pay.  “It was the consensus that we were going to be that twenty-seventh rural hospital in Texas to close,” said Matthews, interim CEO of Anso

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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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Pharmacists Play Key Role in Supporting Patients Using GLP-1s

Drug Topics

A conversation with Lydia Newsom, PharmD, clinical associate professor of pharmacy practice at Mercer University College of Pharmacy.

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STAT+: Teenager who received Elevidys, Sarepta’s Duchenne gene therapy, dies 

STAT

Sarepta Therapeutics said Tuesday that a 16-year-old boy died after receiving Elevidys, its gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, the first known death linked to the treatment. The teenager suffered liver failure, a side effect that has been seen with other gene therapy treatments over the last two decades.  Sarepta said in its statement that a recent cytomegalovirus infection could have also contributed to the patient’s death, putting him at heightened risk.

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STAT+: CRISPR company Arbor Biotechnologies gets cash infusion from ARCH

STAT

Three years ago, Arbor Biotechnologies CEO Devyn Smith appeared at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference and laid out a grand vision: With $215 million in new capital, the biotech would push forward CRISPR-based drugs for a series of liver and brain diseases, beginning by filing for a first trial in under two years.  It was, suffice to say, bold.

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5 Years of COVID-19: How Pharmacists Became Community Heroes During the Pandemic

Drug Topics

Pharmacists are resilient, community-focused professionals who played a pivotal role in navigating the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Opinion: Banning direct-to-consumer drug ads won’t work

STAT

As a reformed hypochondriac, I’m extremely vulnerable to the allure of pharmaceutical ads. I self-referred for GLP-1s years ago after seeing advertisements, and even though I am a diabetic, what followed were horrific health outcomes: hospitalizations, extensive procedures, scans, MRIs, pancreatitis, anemia, and thousands in medical expenses.

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FDA Approves Losartan Potassium for Reduction in Risk of Stroke

Drug Topics

The new approval is an oral suspension for patients with hypertension and left ventricular hypertrophy and for the treatment of diabetic nephropathy.

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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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7 health benefits of raspberry leaf tea

The Checkup by Singlecare

Raspberries are vibrant, juicy, and somewhat tart berries known for their rich fiber and antioxidant content. The berries are plucked and enjoyed as a healthy snack or topping on oatmeal and yogurt. But did you know that the leaves of the raspberry plant ( Rubus idaeus ) may have health benefits, too? You may have heard of red raspberry leaf tea. It is a caffeine-free herbal tea made from the dried leaves of the fruit-bearing plant.

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The Issue with Reissue: PTE Edition

The FDA Law Blog

By Sara W. Koblitz Integral to the careful balance Congress struck when passing the Hatch-Waxman Amendments, the patent term extension (PTE) is intended to restore patent life that was consumed during regulatory review of an FDA-regulated product. Even though the PTE provisions established in the Drug Price Competition and Patent Restoration Act are forty-plus years old, courts are still grappling with questions about how to best implement the Patent Term Extension.

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How non-traditional investors fuel up-and-coming biotechs when VC funding dries up

PharmaVoice

Smaller biotechs are finding creative ways to fund R&D at a time when the traditional financing channels have become more constrictive.

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Novo Nordisk industry membership reinstated

European Pharmaceutical Review

Novo Nordisk has regained full membership with the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI), following suspension in 2023. This action resulted after the pharmaceutical company made serious breaches of the ABPI Code of Practice in 2021. The case was the eighth instance in the past four decades that the ABPIs board has issued this degree of sanction, the industry body highlighted upon announcing the news.

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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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The future of clinical pharmacy in Europe with ESCP president Monika Lutters

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

In an era of rapid healthcare evolution, clinical pharmacy is at a crossroads in Europe, facing both unprecedented opportunities and pressing challenges, and Dr Monika Lutters, ESCP president, is at the forefront of these developments. Here, speaking to Gerry Hughes, she shares her insights on current clinical pharmacy challenges around expansion and integration of hospital pharmacists, and the exciting trajectory this branch of pharmacy is set to undertake in the years ahead.

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Tirzepatide vs. semaglutide: Differences & similarities explained

The Checkup by Singlecare

Tirzepatide and semaglutide have exploded in popularity over the past few years, primarily due to their weight loss benefits. Tirzepatide is the active ingredient in both Mounjaro and Zepbound , while semaglutide is the active ingredient in Ozempic , Wegovy , and Rybelsus (an oral medicine). These medications act like natural hormones in the body, regulating appetite and reducing food noise (intrusive thoughts about food that interfere with weight loss efforts).

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First cardiology consultant pharmacist appointed in Scotland to improve patient outcomes

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

Scotlands first cardiology consultant pharmacist has been appointed by NHS Golden Jubilee to provide professional leadership and mentorship and improve patient outcomes across the region. Paul Forsyth, who has 20 years experience working with cardiac patients, most recently as a heart failure pharmacist and lead pharmacist in clinical cardiology (primary care) at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, will work across organisational boundaries to support cardiology lead pharmacists in the west of Scotla

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Diclofenac vs. naproxen: Differences & similarities explained

The Checkup by Singlecare

For many people with pain or inflammation, healthcare providers often prescribe medications like diclofenac or naproxen. These drugs belong to a group called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Diclofenac and naproxen may help reduce inflammation and relieve pain caused by conditions like arthritis, menstrual cramps, or migraines. While both medications can help people relieve pain and discomfort that interferes with daily activities, they may differ in various ways.

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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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Study Explores Effectiveness of HTD1801 in Type 2 Diabetes

Pharmacy Times

Treatment with HTD1801 resulted in significant reductions in the hemoglobin A1c level and improved key cardiometabolic and liver parameters.

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Cyclobenzaprine vs. baclofen: Differences & similarities explained

The Checkup by Singlecare

Muscle spasms and stiffness can be painful and uncomfortable, with healthcare providers often prescribing medications like cyclobenzaprine or baclofen to help. These drugs are muscle relaxants used to relieve spasms from musculoskeletal conditions, nerve problems, or spinal cord injuries. They help relax muscles and reduce pain, providing people with much-needed relief.

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How to use Pay Per Click Advertising to Reach HCPs in Pharma

Pharma Marketing Network

Introduction Reaching healthcare professionals (HCPs) in the pharmaceutical industry has become increasingly challenging due to strict regulations, evolving digital landscapes, and the growing demand for personalized content. However, pay per click advertising (PPC) presents a powerful and targeted solution for pharma marketers looking to engage HCPs efficiently.

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Can you take semaglutide with tirzepatide?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Semaglutide and tirzepatidethese drugs are all the rage right now. You may know people who have had great success using one of these drugs for weight loss, and you may think, if one weight loss drug is so beneficial, should I try both at the same time? Is a tirzepatide semaglutide combination right for me? Unfortunately, these drugs are not meant to be combined.

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AstraZeneca and Alteogen agree on ALT-B4 platform tech

Pharmaceutical Technology

AstraZeneca has entered an exclusive licence agreement with Alteogen involving the latters ALT-B4 platform technology.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

After previously asking the court for time to review the case, a Monday filing saw the new administration carry the baton in a fight against drugmakers' controversial push for after-the-fact rebates rather than upfront discounts.

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Congress needs to fix the IRA’s pill penalty

PhRMA

The United States leads the world in the research, development and manufacturing of innovative medicines. But the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) “pill penalty” puts this leadership at risk by discouraging the development of treatments that often come in pill form like a tablet or capsule, also known as small molecule medicines. Under the IRA, these treatments can be price set years before other medicines, signaling to researchers that developing them is not worth the risk.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

2024 was the year for ambient artificial intelligence medical scribes. | It built an open-source AI-enabled clinical copilot for clinicians, called Hyperscribe, and developed it with the Canvas software development kit.

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NHS medicines spending in England in greater focus

pharmaphorum

Stay informed about the latest information on NHS medicines spending in England, with a greater focus on the data provided by the NHS Business Services Authority (NHBSSA).

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Real-World Study Supports Ibrutinib Dose Reduction for Managing Adverse Events in CLL

Pharmacy Times

Reducing the dose of ibrutinib following adverse events improved tolerability without compromising clinical efficacy in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).

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Novo Nordisk returns to ABPI fold after two-year suspension

pharmaphorum

Novo Nordisk has reached the end of its two-year suspension from the ABPI for breaches of its code of practice after making "sustained improvements"

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Google unveiled its latest health updates at its annual The Check Up event in Manhattan on Tuesday, including expanded support for medical records in its Health Connect service and open models to improve the efficiency of AI-powered drug discovery.

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Sofinnova closes new fund and backs a trio of new biotechs

pharmaphorum

Sofinnova Partners has raised 165m for its new biotech fund and backed three startups working on Alzheimer's, fibrotic diseases, and cell therapies

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Health Canada approves Biogen’s Skyclarys for Friedreich’s ataxia

Pharmaceutical Technology

Health Canada has granted approval for Biogens Skyclarys to treat Friedreichs ataxia (FA) in individuals aged 16 years and above.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

When Accenture surveyed C-suite level executives, it found significant gaps in the willingness to invest in the technology needed to accommodate generative AI and core business strategies for rolling out gen AI across their organizations.

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