Drug Topics

JULY 7, 2023

A recent study shows decreased use of multiple types of contraception among patients struggling with OUD.

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PharmaVoice

JULY 7, 2023

Leqembi’s U.S. approval is a milestone in Alzheimer’s research and medicine — and there are a few other late-stage biologic drugs that could follow.

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Drug Topics

JULY 7, 2023

Heterologous vaccination—or mixing different vaccines—was safe and effective with Novavax and provided enhanced protection against the Omicron variant, a new study found.

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Fierce Pharma

JULY 7, 2023

As demand skyrockets for GLP-1 drugs that can trigger significant weight loss, unauthorized versions of the treatments have started to fill pharmacies. | In late May, the FDA warned of illegal knockoffs of Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic and Wegovy. And now, the Danish company has filed its second wave of lawsuits against pharmacies in the U.S. that are producing the copycats.

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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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Drug Topics

JULY 7, 2023

The approval was based on a confirmatory trial that found the therapy slowed disease progression compared with placebo.

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Fierce Healthcare

JULY 7, 2023

Air pollution shown to increase depression symptoms in individuals with bipolar disorder, a new study published by Cambridge University Press found.

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STAT

JULY 7, 2023

Jonathan Studnek knows some people imagine that driving an ambulance at high speed with lights flashing and sirens wailing — racing through messily parted traffic to the scene of a crisis — is the best part of being an emergency medic. For him, that couldn’t be further from the truth. “If you’ve been in the industry for any length, you know innately: When you’re in the front of an ambulance and the lights are on, that’s the most dangerous situatio

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Pharmacy Times

JULY 7, 2023

Expert Nikhil Palekar, MD, said that although the treatment is far from a cure, it is a vital first step toward other treatments for Alzheimer Disease.

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pharmaphorum

JULY 7, 2023

America’s mental health crisis: Why we need a Moonshot Mike.

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Pharmacy Times

JULY 7, 2023

Oncology pharmacy is best learned in real time with real oncologists and real patients.

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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.

European Pharmaceutical Review

JULY 7, 2023

New recommendations to boost the competitiveness in UK biopharma and Medtech sectors have been published by Imperial College London. The ‘Sectoral Systems of Innovation and the UK’s Competitiveness’ reports assess the value-added per capita of each sector and how they compare internationally. Technological solutions and policy recommendations for government have been identified as a way to help make sectors such as biopharma and Medtech more innovative and increase their value added.

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Pharmacy Times

JULY 7, 2023

Lucas Morgan, Esq, a partner at Frier Levitt, discusses how to navigate the Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacist.

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JULY 7, 2023

The recent FDA approval of Leqembi , the latest anti-amyloid drug, is undoubtedly a breakthrough for the field, providing a new way to slow the advancement of mild cognitive impairment or early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. As a practicing geriatrician who has treated Alzheimer’s patients for more than 40 years and the co-founder and chief science officer at the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation, I have never been more optimistic about our potential to transform how we trea

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Pharmacy Times

JULY 7, 2023

The novel treatment may be able to generate new cardiac tissue to create a functional human heart muscle.

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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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pharmaphorum

JULY 7, 2023

FDA approves first progression-slowing Alzheimer's drug Jonah.

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STAT

JULY 7, 2023

DENVER — When former Texas Gov. Rick Perry strode onto the stage at the largest ever psychedelics conference last month, he knew he was an unusual choice to open the event. Who would expect to hear from a “knuckle-dragging, right-wing Republican former governor of the state of Texas,” he asked the crowd, miming the sign of a cross in mock horror.

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Drug Store News

JULY 7, 2023

The Blink portfolio consists of various eye and contact lens rewetting drops.

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STAT

JULY 7, 2023

As part of the Biden administration’s broader efforts to lower health care costs, the White House announced new guidelines on Friday targeting a few of the most common sources of sticker shock. The new policy initiatives target some of the usual suspects: surprise billing , which was restricted in 2020 yet persists as health care providers exploit loopholes ; short-term insurance policies that often fail to cover essential treatment; and high-interest credit cards and payment plans especi

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Fierce Healthcare

JULY 7, 2023

A federal judge this week ruled that the Biden administration will be prohibited from communicating with social media platforms regarding a broad range of content. | A federal judge this week ruled that the Biden administration will be prohibited from communicating with social media platforms regarding a broad range of content. The precedent could limit efforts by the administration to combat misinformation regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and future public health emergencies.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

JULY 7, 2023

As quarterly antidepressant prescriptions hit 22 million, the NHS looks to cut down patient reliance.

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Drug Store News

JULY 7, 2023

All Black-owned businesses are invited to showcase their products with Meijer category buyers.

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European Pharmaceutical Review

JULY 7, 2023

Scientists have created paracetamol and ibuprofen, two of the world’s most common painkillers, out of turpentine (β-pinene), a compound found in pine trees. Turpentine is also a waste product from the paper industry. According to the research published in the journal ChemSusChem , the quantity of this waste generated worldwide is enough to supply the global demand for paracetamol and ibuprofen.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JULY 7, 2023

Naproxen is a popular over-the-counter (OTC) drug that relieves pain and reduces inflammation. It’s a standard treatment for headaches, muscle pain, toothaches, and even temporary fevers. While many people may experience pain relief using naproxen, the question often arises as to whether or not drinking alcohol is safe while taking it. The risks of mixing alcohol and naproxen can depend on the amounts of alcohol and naproxen consumed.

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STAT

JULY 7, 2023

Lawmakers in California may finally offer a raise to the state’s woefully underpaid health care workforce. The legislature is debating a bill introduced by state Sen. María Elena Durazo that would raise the minimum wage for a wide range of health care workers to $25 per hour by June 1, 2025. This would be especially beneficial to Black women, who are disproportionately represented in the health care sector — particularly in the lowest-paying jobs.

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PharmExec

JULY 7, 2023

Through the power of large language models and generative AI, pharma and biotech companies are transforming medical information delivery by offering direct, trustworthy, and accurate answers to patients and healthcare providers, significantly reducing time and frustration.

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pharmaphorum

JULY 7, 2023

Changing Faces: Pharma and biotech hires from May & June 2023 Mike.

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JULY 7, 2023

WASHINGTON — A House subcommittee will next week mark up a package of public health bills, including pandemic-preparedness legislation, according to five lobbyists. The House Energy & Commerce Committee hasn’t yet announced the markup, and the lobbyists didn’t know the exact date. But time is running out for reauthorizing a law that created several of the federal government’s biodefense and pandemic-preparedness programs.

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Drug Store News

JULY 7, 2023

Here are this year's Retail Excellence Awards winners in beauty and personal care.

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PharmExec

JULY 7, 2023

Attempts to capitalize on the region’s vibrant R&D scene are heating up.

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Drug Store News

JULY 7, 2023

The closure will result in the elimination of roughly 400 roles.

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pharmaphorum

JULY 7, 2023

RxPreferred to offer Humira biosimilar through Mark Cuban's online pharmacy Eloise.

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Drug Store News

JULY 7, 2023

Hilco is debuting its 2023 holiday candy lineup, which includes novelty treats from Kool-Aid and Girl Scouts of the USA.

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STAT

JULY 7, 2023

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Biden on Friday rolled out a new set of initiatives to reduce health care costs: a crackdown on scam insurance plans, new guidance to prevent surprise medical bills and an effort to reduce medical debt tied to credit cards. Biden’s remarks will build on previous initiatives to limit health care costs, with the Department of Health and Human Services releasing new estimates showing 18.7 million older adults and other Medicare beneficiaries will save an es

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