Walgreens Offering Free Diabetes Testing for Diabetes Awareness Month
Drug Topics
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
To commemorate Diabetes Awareness Month, the pharmacy is offering a variety of free services.
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Chasing that ‘Time magazine cover potential’
PharmaVoice
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Rami Elghandour was already retired. Then CAR-T specialist Arcellx lured him back into the industry to try to change the world.
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Pharmacist Follow-up Improves Patient Quality of Life After Emetogenic Chemotherapy
Drug Topics
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Follow-ups from pharmacists show a significant increase in outpatient antiemetic drugs prescribed and quality of life in patients experiencing chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
While CAR-T wait times remain ‘heartbreaking,’ researchers push for innovations that could help
PharmaVoice
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Facing an unprecedented manufacturing bottleneck, a new coalition is aiming to create the next generation of CAR-T therapies.
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
Tips for Tackling PBM Audits—Together
Drug Topics
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Working collaboratively can be key to either avoiding a PBM audit altogether or making the process as painless as possible.
Study Highlights Need for Person-Centered HIV Prevention Efforts
Pharmacy Times
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Although the number of new HIV infections in the world have declined, there are still regions that are geographically heterogenous that have reported an increase in infection rates.
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Clinical Overview: Auvelity (Dextromethorphan and Bupropion) for Major Depressive Disorder
Pharmacy Times
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
With many different classes of medications used in the treatment of major depressive disorder, pharmacists can have a significant impact on patients' lives, from counseling on medications to assisting with finding the right medication.
Moderna’s Spikevax carries higher risk of myocarditis than Pfizer's Comirnaty, study says
Fierce Pharma
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Moderna’s Spikevax carries higher risk of myocarditis than Pfizer's Comirnaty, study says. zbecker. Tue, 11/08/2022 - 11:03.
A Culture of Quality: The Catalyst to Accelerate Innovation
PharmExec
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Why enabling a shared culture of quality across an organization is key to maintaining pharma’s recent pace of innovation wins—while inspiring new levels of confidence.
Epidural Nerve Blocking With Lidocaine Shows Promise in Treatment of Psoriatic Skin Lesions
Pharmacy Times
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Four individuals in a new study achieve improvement, with a 35% to 70% reduction in PASI scores.
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.
Cyagen and Neurophth partner to develop gene therapy vectors
Pharmaceutical Technology
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Cyagen and Neurophth Therapeutics have entered a strategic partnership to jointly develop next-generation AAV gene therapy vectors for specific kinds of genetic ophthalmic ailments. According to the deal, Cyagen will leverage its artificial intelligence (AI)-driven high-throughput platform for discovering new AAV vectors with enhanced tissue targeting expertise, tissue specificity and productivity. .
Commentary: I’m a Mother, PharmD, and Grateful for the Opportunities Still Ahead
Pharmacy Times
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
The pharmacy industry operates through people with different talents filling all types of responsibilities.
Digital Biomarkers Could Reshape CNS Diagnosis, Treatment
PharmExec
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
AI drives new signal-detection efforts in Alzheimer’s and ALS.
Study: Antibiotics May Influence Reactivation of Varicella Zoster Virus
Pharmacy Times
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Tetracyclines have been shown to offer some degree of immune protection resulting in mucosal healing, and in this study, they had one of the smaller associations with herpes zoster.
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.
Medical groups close Q3 in tough financial position with expenses outpacing patient volumes
Fierce Healthcare
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Medical groups close Q3 in tough financial position with expenses outpacing patient volumes. hlandi. Tue, 11/08/2022 - 10:38.
Operational, Managerial, and Clinical Takeaways from National Association of Specialty Pharmacy Annual Meeting
Pharmacy Times
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Poster presentations and speaking sessions at NASP showed the importance of clinical pharmacists in ambulatory care and opportunities to expand specialty pharmacy services in ambulatory care.
Prices for the same scan at the same hospital can range from $134 to $4,065: study
Fierce Healthcare
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Prices for the same scan at the same hospital can range from $134 to $4,065: study. fdiamond. Tue, 11/08/2022 - 10:57.
FDA Panel Finds Benefit of Daprodustat Outweighs Risk for Adult Dialysis Patients with Anemia of Chronic Kidney Disease
Pharmacy Times
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Daprodustat is an oral hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor being evaluated for the treatment of anemia of chronic kidney disease in adult patients on and not on dialysis.
5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software
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NICE backs use of MSD’s KEYTRUDA for triple-negative breast cancer
pharmaphorum
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
For the first time, patients in England with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) will be able to access immunotherapy at an earlier stage of their treatment journey, as Merck & Co/MSD’s KEYTRUDA is granted the go-ahead for use in patients with high-risk early-stage or locally advanced TBNC. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has recommended the use of KEYTRUDA (pembrolizumab) as an option with chemotherapy for neoadjuvant, and alone as adjuvant treatment afte
California bans flavored tobacco products, including vapes
STAT
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, Californians overwhelmingly voted to ban all flavored tobacco products in the state. The move makes California by far the largest state to ban such products, which are already illegal in a smattering of smaller states, including Rhode Island, New Jersey, and Massachusetts.
Mass General Brigham turning away offensive, violent patients under new 'Patient Code of Conduct'
Fierce Healthcare
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Mass General Brigham turning away offensive, violent patients under new 'Patient Code of Conduct'. dmuoio. Tue, 11/08/2022 - 14:27.
Neurotech's vision loss cell therapy implant hits primary goals in phase 3 trials
Fierce Pharma
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Neurotech's vision loss cell therapy implant hits primary goals in phase 3 trials. ntaylor. Tue, 11/08/2022 - 06:28.
Supreme Court hears case on Medicaid patients' rights to sue, with advocates warning of far-reaching implications
Fierce Healthcare
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Supreme Court hears case on Medicaid patients' rights to sue, with advocates warning of far-reaching implications. rking. Tue, 11/08/2022 - 16:45.
20 natural remedies for diabetes
The Checkup by Singlecare
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
If you’re among the 11% of Americans living with diabetes, you probably know that eating a healthy diet and getting plenty of exercise are important ways to keep the condition under control. While medication is always an option to balance your blood sugar, there are natural options as well, from lifestyle changes to herbal remedies. Here are 20 home remedies for diabetes you might want to try—under your healthcare provider’s supervision, of course.
Brain implants that translate paralyzed patients’ thoughts into speech creep closer to reality
STAT
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
In 2003, Pancho’s life changed forever. That’s when a car crash sent the 20-year-old farm worker into emergency surgery to repair damage to his stomach. The operation went well, but the next day, a blood clot caused by the procedure cut off oxygen to his brain stem, leaving him paralyzed and unable to speak. In February 2019, another operation transformed his life again.
Fixing Broken Things: TJ Woodard and Prescriptions to Geaux
PioneerRx
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
What makes independent pharmacies unique is a pharmacist’s ability to deliver specialized healthcare. It’s all about treating the individual, even amidst the.
Opinion: The Supreme Court needs to uphold protection for Native American children
STAT
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
As an American Indian pediatrician working in my own tribal community , I know how important it is to ensure that children have connections to their culture and community to support their well-being. That is why I think it is essential that the U.S. Supreme Court uphold the Indian Child Welfare Act when it hears a case on Nov. 9 that challenges the law.
Believing “nice and clean” can lead to a better future
Drug Store News
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Cleanlogic has a distinct purpose to offer high-quality wellness products and educate the greater public about those living with disabilities.
Elizabeth Holmes awaits sentencing after bid for new trial fails
STAT
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — A federal judge rejected a bid for a new trial for disgraced Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes after concluding a key prosecution witness’s recent remorseful attempt to contact her wasn’t enough to award her another chance to avoid a potential prison sentence for defrauding investors at her blood-testing company.
Schnucks, Salvation Army kick off holiday partnership celebrating Tree of Lights campaign
Drug Store News
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Schnucks customers can donate to The Salvation Army by choosing to “Round Up” their purchases to the nearest dollar and those who use self-checkouts may choose a $1, $3 or $5 “Scan and Give” option.
STAT+: Faze Medicines, a biotech focused on neurological diseases, is shutting down
STAT
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
A biotech company that hoped to use cell biology to address neurological disorders is shutting down. Faze Medicines was built by VC Third Rock Ventures and launched in 2020 with $81 million from Third Rock, Casdin Capital, and venture funds run by drug giants Novartis, Eli Lilly, and AbbVie.
Local brands' value proposition buoy Ahold Delhaize's Q3 sales, earnings
Drug Store News
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Comparable store sales excluding gas increased 7.9% in Q3, with an acceleration in growth rates in both the United States and Europe to 8.2% and 7.4%, respectively.
STAT+: The Supreme Court will review a contentious Amgen patent case, but not one involving Bristol. Why?
STAT
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
In a surprising move, the Supreme Court rejected a bid by a Bristol Myers Squibb unit to reinstate a $1.2 billion award it won in a contentious patent fight with a Gilead Sciences subsidiary over the lucrative market for gene therapies. However, the decision came just days after the Supreme Court agreed to review a very similar case involving Amgen and two other drugmakers, which essentially involves the same issue, but comes at it from a different legal perspective.
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