March, 2021

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DeepVergeā€™s nanochip-based COVID breath test could be ready this year

pharmaphorum

DeepVerge has announced trial data showing its COVID-19 Microtox BT breath test can deliver accurate results in under 60 seconds, with a potential roll-out later this year if further tests support it. The company has already completed of the system that resembles a breathalyser in phase 1 and phase 2 studies with the SARS-CoV-2 virus in the safety of laboratories.

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Life-sciences pros believe in potential of AI, blockchain: survey

Outsourcing Pharma

A survey by the Pistoia Alliance indicates most professionals believe the tech can accelerate R&D, but companies are stymied by a skills gap and data bias.

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Pharma Hones in on its Patient Engagement in 2021

Pharma Marketing Network

Until the COVID-19 pandemic struck the world in early 2020, pharma had been pretty resistant to the idea of involving the end-customer, or the patient, into their business models. COVID-19 not only left pharma no choice but to take this challenge head on, it also paved the way for pharma to build extensive awareness of their brands, as several big names have been in the spotlight in the fight against COVID-19.

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The drug Fenbendazole can make tumors sensitive to radiotherapy just like agents of chemotherapy

Pharma Mirror

Likewise, it was demonstrated by actualizing high throughput screening in-vitro framework that the drug fenbendazole is successful, not just against standard non-small cell lung cancer, NSCLC, yet in addition against the KRAS-mutant malignancy which seems, by all accounts, aggressive, barely accessible by chemotherapy and very normal (thirty percent of total cases of NSCLS) in people. [1] It became continually challenging in targeting KRAS transformation bearing tumors in view of the unclear con

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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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7 Best DRY MOUTH lozenges for saliva production

Druggist

The definition of dry mouth (medical term: xerostomia) is self-explanatory. Dry mouth may be experienced by anyone as one of the most common causes is dehydration. Many drugs can cause dry mouth. This side effect is sometimes associated with the whole class of medicines rather than a particular drug, making dry mouth management even more critical, as there may be little room for changing the medication.

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AZā€™s vaccine safety review shows ā€˜no evidenceā€™ of an increased risk of blood clots

Pharma Times

Review included available safety data from over 17 million people vaccinated in the EU and UK with COVID-19 jab

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Valneva and Pfizer start new Phase 2 study for Lyme disease vaccine candidate

Outsourcing Pharma

Valneva and Pfizer have initiated a Phase 2 study for their Lyme disease vaccine candidate: which is the only active Lyme disease vaccine in clinical development today.

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DarshanTalks: Blockchain & Information Technology ā€“ March 1, 2021

Pharma Marketing Network

[link]. Blockchain technology has become an increasing tool for life science organizations. How is this technology being implemented, and what value does it offer? Join Darshan Kulkarni as he talks with guest Jim Nasr about the function of blockchain, and how distributed ledger technologies such as blockchain are making an impact on healthcare. The post DarshanTalks: Blockchain & Information Technology</br> – March 1, 2021 appeared first on Pharma Marketing Network.

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Fuld + Company Welcomes Sales & Business Development Champion, Christian Schena

Fuld

Christian Schena brings prolific relationship-building, sales consulting, lead generation, and business development experience to the firm. Boston, Mass. March 30, 2021 ā€” Fuld + Company, a global competitive strategy consultancy, today announced the recent appointment of Christian Schena as Senior Director of Sales. In this role, he will leverage decades of experience in the sales consulting space to develop customized solutions for clients of Fuld + Company that are critical for market competit

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22 ibuprofen alternative drugs you must know

Druggist

Ibuprofen is one of the most common drugs purchased over the counter in the UK. Ibuprofen prescribing decreased significantly in recent years due to the NHS strategy to minimise issuing of medicines that are available over the counter. In recent months, ibuprofen’s price went up significantly, with many shops and pharmacies being out of stock of ‘cheap’ ibuprofen.

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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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Azelis releases ā€˜Action 2025ā€™, confirming sustainability as a key driver in growth strategy

Pharma Mirror

Azelis, an innovation service provider, is excited to release its sustainability strategy, ‘Action 2025’, reinforcing its commitment to become the world-leading provider of sustainable solutions and services in the specialty chemicals and food ingredients distribution industry. Through its sustainability program and strategy, Azelis wants to turn the sustainability aspirations of its principals and customers into innovative sustainable solutions.

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Gamification for patient care, medical education, and virtual engagement

pharmaphorum

ā€œGamificationā€ ā€“ adding game-like elements into non-game or real-world settings ā€“ has become a popular concept in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, and event industries, especially as virtual engagement becomes more common during COVID-19. However, it is proving more than a mere buzzword. With diverse applications and approaches, it is quickly becoming a promising tool for patient adherence, chronic disease management, preventive medicine, rehabilitation, and paediatric care, as well as for medica

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Inside the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine trial: ā€˜We knew the world was watching and waiting for resultsā€™

Outsourcing Pharma

The 2020 Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine trial recruited more than 44,000 participants and reached submission for emergency authorization in 248 days: showing unprecedented speed and agility in the context of a global pandemic. So what have been the learnings from the trial Ć¢ and how could they be applied to vaccine development in the future?

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Understanding and Adapting to the New Patient Journey

Pharma Marketing Network

Weā€™ve talked before about how COVID-19 has upended our personal and business lives, and how the pharma industry was able to ā€“ impressively ā€“ shift gears to meet the challenges the pandemic brought. But what about patients? And what about the disrupted patient journey? What can our industry do to ensure patients maintain continuity of care at a time when good health is imperative?

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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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Fewer New Drugs but Affordable Access for Existing Ones: The Big Elephant in the Room

Policy Prescription

Would you vote for legislation to lower drug prices that would lead to a five percent reduction in pharmaceutical innovation ā€” yet simultaneously create a health system in which all Americans could afford the prescription drugs they need? Thatā€™s compared to the one we have now where a quarter of Americans struggle with drug prices. I would vote for it.

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Modafinil alternatives: BEST cognitive enhancers

Druggist

Modafinil (brand name Provigil) is one of the primary drugs used in the management of narcolepsy in the UK. Narcolepsy is a rare condition that affects sleep control and results in daytime sleepiness , often sudden and uncontrollable. The public’s interest in modafinil comes from the drug’s association with a class of medicines called ‘ smart drugs ‘, also called nootropics and cognitive enhancers.

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CPhI Discover: connecting global pharma & pre-qualifying partners ahead of in person events

Pharma Mirror

Informa Markets is launching an annual dedicated online platform for pharma in May (17-28th), CPhI Discover ā€“ designed to encourage suppliers and customers to source, meet and discover ā€“ providing the industry with a new synergistic offering to sit alongside CPhIā€™s portfolio of in person events. In the last year, the pharma industry has adapted its approach to meeting new partners and existing customers, with wider pools of suppliers now needed, putting greater pressure on resources to find and

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IBM-led group wins German contract for digital vaccine passport

pharmaphorum

Germany has awarded a tender to a consortium led by IBM to develop a secure app that will provide a digital version of the countryā€™s paper vaccine certificates. The ā‚¬2.7 million ($3.2 million) contract covers the app and a backend system to allow for integration with IT systems operating in medical practices and vaccination centres, according to details published in the Official Journal of the EU.

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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 ā€“ all with our Pharmacy Cloud.

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AI algorithm automates analysis of cystic fibrosis scans

Outsourcing Pharma

Artificial intelligence software company Thirona has released PRAGMA-AI, technology that automates and accelerates CT scans in cystic fibrosis analysis.

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Digital Tools at the Center of Healthcare Digitalization

Pharma Marketing Network

Innovation During COVID-19 Fact Sheet. We compiled a fact sheet on innovations in digital publishing that sparked due to the pandemic and have since been soaring. . Get your complimentary copy of "The Publishing Industry: The Soar of Innovation During COVID-19 Fact Sheet". Name *. First. Last. Company Email *. Lead Source * Web Active Prospecting Sales Ad-Label Advertising - Offline Advertising - Online Advertising - Online - FocalPoint Advertising - Online - Mobile Advertising - Online - Trend

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The Momentum of Decentralized Clinical Trials: An Interview with Rā€™Kes Starling

McCreadie Group

March 2021 | Jennifer Drabing, Senior Marketing Communications Manager McCreadie Group is proud to work with Reveles Clinical Services and privileged to sit down with its CEO and founder, R’Kes Starling, to discuss decentralized clinical trials. This blog, the first part of the interview series with R’Kes, focuses on the future of virtual trails, the.

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Lymecycline for ACNE: Questions & Answers

Druggist

Lymecycline is one of the most commonly used oral antibiotics in the treatment of acne. I previously reviewed the use of different antibiotics, including lymecycline for acne. In today’s post, I will focus solely on the use of lymecycline in the treatment of acne. Summary of the post: What is Lymecycline? The legal classification of lymecycline.

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How to Achieve and Maintain a Nice Smile

Pharma Mirror

One of the best gifts you can give to another person is a beautiful smile. Though it costs you nothing, it goes a long way in adding to others and you. It typically has a favourable effect on others, attracts people to you, and makes you approachable and likeable. A smile is very important. It is a part of your dressing and personality. Without a smile, you are incomplete, no matter how expensively and gorgeously dressed you are.

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Health tech and digital transformation lessons from the NHS

pharmaphorum

In the year since the UK went into its first lockdown to limit the spread of COVID-19 the countryā€™s health service has undergone an unprecedented digital transformation. . The NHS quickly scrambled to reduce face-to-face contact between patients and healthcare professionals, and manage demand for services that would soon be overstretched by dealing with the pandemic.

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Prostate cancer drug demonstrates major survival benefit

Outsourcing Pharma

According to Noxopharm, a recent study shows combining its Veyonda drug and a radiopharmaceutical yields favorable results against prostate cancer.

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3 Key Sessions From the NextGen Pharma Content Summit

Pharma Marketing Network

The virtual NextGen Pharma Content Summit on March 23-24, 2021 focused on the importance of creating personalized and genuine content for their customers in the right place and at the right time. Sessions throughout the summit touched on the many ways that companies can convey the right message to their customers. By creating personalized and meaningful messages to customers, companies can build trust and earn brand loyalty. .

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March 2021 Reflections

That Frugal Pharmacist

Time for another life/blog/business update! I admit, I’m all over the place. It’s part of what makes me so fun, right? I’m constantly trying new things. Do I want to be a pro-blogger? I ran my little experiment with a more professional approach for blogging via The Money Mix Insiders program. While I learned a … March 2021 Reflections Read More Ā».

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Guest Blog Post #13: Can we STOPPFalls?

The deprescribing.org Blog

Today we have Dr. Nathalie van der Velde, Professor in Geriatrics at Amsterdam University Medical Centers (the Netherlands), telling about the development of STOPPFalls, part of the STOPP/START series, and the implications of this new tool. Take it away, Nathalie! Deprescribing is an essential component of falls prevention. Falls are the leading cause of injury and injury-related death among older adults and are among the biggest contributors to health care spending among community-dwelling olde

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Two-month long CPhI Japan Connect to meet demand for pharma partnering in Japan

Pharma Mirror

The Japanese pharmaceutical market is preparing for renewed international growth and partnering. In response, CPhI Japan has opened a two-month long virtual event to meet demand from international pharma. Informa introduced CPhI Japan Connect ā€“ a new virtual platform for global professionals looking to grow pharma business in Japan ā€“ specifically to help its international audiences continue conversations, identify leads, and build new partnerships while international travel remains restricted.

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The digital transformation of pharmaā€™s physician engagement strategies

pharmaphorum

The exact shape of healthcareā€™s post-COVID ā€˜new normalā€™ is still being framed, but it is clear that some trends are already taking shape – and one of the key ones is digital transformation in pharma. The pandemic has ushered in a number of major changes to healthcare systems, notably in the ways in which pharmaceutical companies communicate, visit and engage with physicians.

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Saama, Oracle partner on integrated clinical trial technology

Outsourcing Pharma

SaamaĆ¢s range of Smart applications will be integrated with the Oracle Health Sciences Clinical One platform to help users accelerate drug development.

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DarshanTalks: Marketing & Medical Affairs ā€“ March 9, 2021

Pharma Marketing Network

[link]. Marketing and medical affairs are often perceived as being separate. What happens when drug companies market their own products? Join Darshan Kulkarni as he talks with guest Dr. Stephen Towers about the intersection between marketing and medical affairs. Darshan and Stephen also discuss how medical affairs can inform marketing efforts. The post DarshanTalks: Marketing & Medical Affairs </br>– March 9, 2021 appeared first on Pharma Marketing Network.

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Tamsulosin vs Finasteride: use, side effects & effectiveness

Druggist

Tamsulosin and finasteride are the two most common drugs licensed and used to manage benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is a condition characterised by an enlarged prostate, which may produce common symptoms such as increased urgency to urinate, poor urinary flow (difficult to start urination), increased urination at night (polyuria) and incomplete bladder emptying (individuals going back to the toilet few times because they feel they need to pee).

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