2023

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Trends shaping the pharmaceutical industry in 2024

PharmaVoice

Advancements in cloud and AI technology will transform clinical trial efficiency and engagement.

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Around 14% of Americans Have Experienced Long COVID Symptoms

Drug Topics

Although long COVID has emerged as a major public health concern, it has not yet been clearly identified as a clinical condition.

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AI in Biomedical Research Is Revolutionizing Drug Development, Clinical Innovation

Pharmacy Times

AI is expected to significantly quicken the pace of drug design and development, while improving the success rate of new medicines.

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Done deal: Pfizer completes $43B acquisition of Seagen, doubling its oncology pipeline

Fierce Pharma

Pfizer’s $43 billion acquisition of Seagen is in the books, the company said on Thursda | It’s a done deal. Pfizer’s $43 billion acquisition of Seagen is in the books, as it becomes the largest M&A transaction in the biopharma industry since AbbVie snatched up Allergan for $63 billion in 2019. The buyout of the antibody-drug conjugate specialist has doubled Pfizer’s pipeline to 60 programs.

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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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The 2023 PharmaVoice 100

PharmaVoice

This year’s honorees are influential and devoted leaders lifting the pillars of the industry to new heights.

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In historic decision, FDA approves a CRISPR-based medicine for treatment of sickle cell disease

STAT

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved the world’s first medicine based on CRISPR gene-editing technology, a groundbreaking treatment for sickle cell disease that delivers a potential cure for people born with the chronic and life-shortening blood disorder. The new medicine , called Casgevy, is made by Vertex Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics.

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How to avoid prednisone withdrawal

The Checkup by Singlecare

Millions of people are prescribed prednisone each year for conditions that range from psoriasis and eczema to multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids (also sometimes called glucocorticoids)—steroids that reduce inflammation in the body by replacing cortisol, a hormone produced in the adrenal glands, and slowing down an overactive immune system.

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Texas AG sues Pfiz­er and Tris Phar­ma for adul­ter­at­ed ADHD drug

Pharmaceutical Technology

Texas AG has sued Pfizer and Tris Pharma for providing adulterated attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder drug, Quillivant XR, to children.

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Researchers Link Inflammation With Long Covid Symptoms in Women

Pharmacy Times

Women with inflammation during COVID-19 infection are at higher risk for Long Covid symptoms, according to study results.

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New-Onset Autoimmune Diagnoses After COVID-19

Drug Topics

Viruses are known to precipitate autoimmune diseases, but the link between COVID-19 and autoimmune conditions requires additional research.

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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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Pharmacists Work to Sustain Care in Health Care Deserts

Drug Topics

When rural areas lose hospitals and primary care clinics, residents must turn to pharmacies to receive the care they need.

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The Unintended Impact of Opioid Prescribing Guidelines: Part 1

Drug Topics

The CDC first released opioid prescribing guidelines in 2016.

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Breaking: Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against CVS Health, Caremark, Aetna to Recoup DIR Fees

Drug Topics

The class action lawsuit against CVS Health, Caremark, and Aetna was announced earlier today.

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CVS Pharmacists, Staff in Kansas City Stage Walkout Over Working Conditions

Drug Topics

Pharmacists at nearly 2 dozen CVS pharmacy locations called out sick Thursday and Friday to protest recent corporate decisions they say put patients at risk of serious harm.

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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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Technology Tools Increase Patient Safety in the Pharmacy

Drug Topics

From automated medication dispensing systems to telepharmacy services, technology can help reduce the risk of adverse patient events.

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Pharmacists Play Unique Role in Advancing Health Equity for Patients With Chronic Disease

Drug Topics

A new study, outlined in a poster at ASHP Midyear 2023, identified 3 key themes associated with the ways in which pharmacists are positioned to advance health equity for patients with chronic diseases.

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Flu Vaccine May Protect Against Heart Attack, Cardiovascular Events

Drug Topics

Study authors recommend that healthcare personnel consider prioritizing influenza vaccination for patients with recent cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in light of new evidence.

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Racial Discrepancies Among US Residential Areas Might Have Implications for Health Effects

Drug Topics

Geographical data could potentially yield insight on racial and ethnic health disparities in the United States. An analysis of the large dataset could help identify any potential causes for observed inequities.

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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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DIR Fee Changes Are Coming in 2024: Are you Prepared?

Drug Topics

Lisa Faast, CEO and Owner of DiversifyRx, discusses ways that pharmacists can prepare their business for the cash crunch that is set to happen in the first several months of next year.

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Pharmacists Will Play Critical Role in Helping Patients Navigate Digital Therapeutics

Drug Topics

With the rise of prescription digital therapeutics, pharmacists will need to prepare to manage the new paradigms of care.

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How Patient Characteristics, SDOH, Impact CLL, SLL Treatment Backdrop

Drug Topics

Social determinants of health (SDOH), such as financial disparities or lack of insurance, create barriers to accessing breakthrough therapies like BTK inhibitors among patients with CLL and SLL.

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Veterinarians and Pharmacists Discuss Challenges Around Pet Medications

Drug Topics

Veterinarians and veterinarian pharmacists weigh in on issues around working with pet medications.

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Vaccine Update: What Pharmacists Need to Know About ACIP’s New Guidelines

Drug Topics

Jean-Venable R. Goode, PharmD, director of the PGY1 Community Based Residency Program at Virginia Commonwealth University, discussed the new vaccine guidelines from ACIP.

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Pharmacy Organizations Establish Pharmacy Workforce Suicide Awareness Day

Drug Topics

Suicides among health care professionals are estimated to occur at a higher rate than in the general public.

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COVID-19 ICU Admissions, Deaths Associated With Old Age and Multimorbidity

Drug Topics

The presence of 4 or more comorbidities was strongly associated with a higher risk of critical outcomes, regardless of vaccination status.

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ChatGPT Provides Inaccurate Responses to Questions About Drug Information

Drug Topics

Two posters presented at ASHP 2023 Midyear examined how accurate answers were from the artificial intelligence chatbot.

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Instagram Could Serve as Educational Platform for New FDA Drug Approvals

Drug Topics

An evaluative study on an open resource Instagram page that provides information on new medications to pharmacists was recently presented at the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists 2023 Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition.

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The Role of Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Pharmacy

Drug Topics

It’s crucial to be openminded about these approaches, and to convey accurate information to patients in a nonjudgmental manner.

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Pharmacies Can Use These Marketing Tips to Attract Customers in the New Year

Drug Topics

A Q&A with Ginny Langbehn, vice president of marketing and communications at American Associated Pharmacies, about different strategies pharmacies can use to bring in new customers.

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Gut Health Has Impact on the Skin

Drug Topics

The gut-brain-skin axis is more important to overall health than previously understood, and prebiotics and probiotics play a large role in the benefits.

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FDA Grants Tentative Approval to Generic Triumpeq PD for Children With HIV

Drug Topics

Abacavir/dolutegravir/lamivudine is a fixed-dose combination containing two nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) and integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI).

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Education Gaps Exist for Veterinary Pharmacy

Drug Topics

Limited veterinary pharmacy training is available, other than a handful of pharmacy schools that provide elective courses on the topic.

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Inside Insomnia: Pharmacist Management of Sleep Disorders

Drug Topics

Digging deeper into the cause of insomnia and counseling patients on lifestyle changes can help improve their sleep health.

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