The Checkup by Singlecare
APRIL 15, 2025
Fentanyl has received a lot of attentionbut not for its proven medical benefits. Its part of the ongoing opioid crisis and contributes to thousands of overdoses every year. That might have soured the public opinion of it, and thats understandable, but its also important to know that fentanyl has several important, legitimate usesparticularly when it comes to pain relief.
STAT
APRIL 15, 2025
A new federal report suggests that U.S. autism rates are rising modestly, an increase that health researchers said reflected expanded diagnostic tools and access to care, among other factors. But health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. instead has pointed to the data as evidence of a growing crisis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report says that 3.2% of kids surveyed in 2022 have autism spectrum disorder, a slight uptick from the 2.8% of kids surveyed in 2020 for the previous rep
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The Checkup by Singlecare
APRIL 15, 2025
Many people are interested in generic drug availability since brand-name drugs are often costly. Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a brand-name prescription medication that is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to improve blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes. It is also commonly used off-label for weight loss because, as a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, tirzepatide helps control appetite
STAT
APRIL 15, 2025
A meeting of vaccine advisers long targeted by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unfolded Tuesday seemingly without fireworks or interference, although the new administration’s imprint could be seen from the start, when staff for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, gutted by layoffs, struggled to get a livestream running.
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
The Checkup by Singlecare
APRIL 15, 2025
GIP/GLP-1 agonists, like Zepbound ( tirzepatide ), are prescription medications that have had a massive surge in popularity over the past years. In fact, one in eight adults has taken a GLP-1 agonist medication at some point, according to the latest data from KFF. Semaglutide medications , like Ozempic and Wegovy , are probably the best-known GLP-1 drugs on the market.
STAT
APRIL 15, 2025
President Trump unveiled a wide-ranging executive order on Tuesday that aims to lower drug prices, boost transparency into fees charged by middlemen, and limit Medicare payments for outpatient services provided by hospitals. Much of the order would require further rulemaking or other actions to have any effect. Medicare drug price negotiation The administration announced several initiatives intended to reduce health care costs for older adults and people with disabilities who rely on Medic
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European Pharmaceutical Review
APRIL 15, 2025
New recommendations issued by the EMA and the Heads of Medicines Agencies (HMA), through the Executive Steering Group on Shortages and Safety of Medicinal Products (MSSG) , aim to address supply chain vulnerabilities for radiopharmaceutical medicines. Occasional shortages of radiopharmaceuticals have emerged in different EU Member States, due to disparity between manufacturing capacity and demand, according to the EMA.
Viseven
APRIL 15, 2025
Creating engaging content can have many different goals. For some businesses, it’s to attract new customers, while for others, it’s to spread awareness about their brand’s values and goals. Regardless of the goal, one consistent effect of high-quality content is improved brand loyalty. In this guide, we will delve deeper into the topic of building brand loyalty through strategic content creation and discuss how your business can leverage this approach to drive repeat sales and
Fuld
APRIL 15, 2025
Why competitive intelligence professionals are combining AI and human insight for more reliable decision-making The rapid advancement of AI in competitive intelligence (CI) has introduced new tools and capabilities for data collection and analysis. But even as adoption increases, one element remains essential: human-sourced intelligence. As organizations face more complex markets and faster shifts in competitive dynamics, combining AI-powered tools with primary research is emerging as a best pra
Pharmacy Times
APRIL 15, 2025
Panelists discuss how cardiology practice has evolved toward more aggressive low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C)lowering strategies across specialties, with current guidelines generally recommending targets below 70 mg/dL for high-risk patients and even lower thresholds (below 55 mg/dL) for very high-risk individuals, though these targets require personalization based on age, comorbidities such as diabetes and hypertension, and other cardiovascular risk factors.
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.
Fuld
APRIL 15, 2025
Competitive intelligence (CI) is no longer confined to sales decks and strategic planning meetings. The most competitive companies are embedding CI across the entire businessfrom product development and supply chain to pricing and talent acquisition. By enabling faster, evidence-based decisions, CI is helping organizations reduce risk, anticipate disruption, and outmaneuver the competition.
Drug Topics
APRIL 15, 2025
On behalf of 39 state and territory attorneys general, the National Association of Attorneys General issued a letter to Congress regarding major PBMs conflicts of interest.
PharmaVoice
APRIL 15, 2025
Brian Thompson’s murder has raised questions about the cost of U.S. healthcare, embroiling insurers, drugmakers and PBMs in a battle for the future of the industry.
Drug Topics
APRIL 15, 2025
The FDA approved adalimumab-aaty in May 2023 for 8 indications, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, Crohn disease, ulcerative colitis, and plaque psoriasis.
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.
Pharmacy Times
APRIL 15, 2025
SOC emphasizes adaptability and individual professional judgment without compromising quality as individuals are held to the standard and expertise of their practice area
Drug Topics
APRIL 15, 2025
One asymptomatic patient did experience drug-induced liver injury that was resolved after discontinuation of danuglipron.
Pharmaceutical Technology
APRIL 15, 2025
At the ESCMID Global conference in Austria, the development of climate-informed infectious disease risk management systems was discussed.
Drug Topics
APRIL 15, 2025
David Blair, CEO of LucyRx, joined Drug Topics to discuss the initiatives his company is conducting in support of a struggling pharmacy profession.
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pharmaphorum
APRIL 15, 2025
The US has launched a national security probe into the national security implications of importing pharmaceuticals, seen as a precursor to tariffs.
Drug Topics
APRIL 15, 2025
Mark Garofoli, PharmD, MBA, BCGP, CPE, CTTS, discusses effective strategies for balancing excellent patient care with strict regulations surrounding controlled substances.
Fierce Healthcare
APRIL 15, 2025
A three-day conference earlier this month gave a glimpse into stakeholders' view on the future of Medicare Advantage, C-SNP plans and the remaking of the federal health offices
Pharmacy Times
APRIL 15, 2025
Monica Sawiris, PharmD, said there were noticeable differences in toxicities between each regimen.
Fierce Healthcare
APRIL 15, 2025
A cancer diagnosis can introduce a swarm of confusion and new protocols for patients. Reimagine Care provides patients with on-demand oncology expertise at all times of the day and night.
Pharmacy Times
APRIL 15, 2025
The designation was supported based on data from the randomized, double-blind, active-controlled phase 3 interchangeability study.
pharmaphorum
APRIL 15, 2025
Sanofi is preparing a phase 3 programme for asthma candidate amlitelimab, despite mixed data in a phase 2 trial.
Pharmacy Times
APRIL 15, 2025
Patients who received a pneumococcal conjugate vaccine 13 vaccination had slightly lower incidence of severe COVID-19 outcomes, but the directions of these associations were mixed.
pharmaphorum
APRIL 15, 2025
Explore how the EU healthcare industry is leveraging data, digitalisation, and artificial intelligence to revolutionise medicines regulation. Learn about the advancements and benefits of this new era.
Pharmacy Times
APRIL 15, 2025
UPMC enhances heart failure patient care through integrated pharmacy and cardiology team collaboration.
Fierce Healthcare
APRIL 15, 2025
A benchmarking analysis conducted among dozens of organizations again found healthcare to be "more reactive than proactive" when it comes to cybersecurity.
Pharmacy Times
APRIL 15, 2025
Data indicate potential benefits and risks with nutritional supplement use, highlighting the need for pharmacist counseling.
pharmaphorum
APRIL 15, 2025
Netherlands-based pharma group Norgine has expanded its rare disease portfolio with the acquisition of France's Theravia for an undisclosed sum
Pharmacy Times
APRIL 15, 2025
Panelists discuss how evolving clinical guidelines for intensive low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C)lowering therapies have shaped personalized treatment approaches through risk stratification, with different targets for primary vs secondary prevention and consideration of genetic factors when determining appropriate statin intensity.
pharmaphorum
APRIL 15, 2025
Shares in Ironwood fell by a third after it revealed the FDA is insisting on a new phase 3 trial of its short bowel syndrome therapy apraglutide
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