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MARCH 23, 2023

The proposed legislation, sponsored by Chuck Grassley and Maria Cantwell, aims to necessitate transparency from PBMs.

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IDStewardship

MARCH 23, 2023

In this article three infectious diseases pharmacists discuss the cross-roads of antimicrobial resistance and microbiology laboratory, reflecting on a recent Twitter chat on the topic. Patrick McDaneld, PharmD, BCIDP, Medical Science Liaison, Clinical Infectious Diseases, bioMérieux Brian Raux, PharmD, BCIDP, Medical Science Liaison, Clinical Infectious Diseases, bioMérieux Katherine Perez, PharmD, BCPS-AQ ID, Director, Antimicrobial Stewardship, bioMérieux Article Posted 24 March 2023 Active co

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Drug Topics

MARCH 23, 2023

Crunching the numbers can help pharmacies stay on top of their inventory.

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STAT

MARCH 23, 2023

On Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced another increase in the prevalence of autism among children. In a pair of new reports — one focused on 8-year-olds and one on 4-year-olds — the CDC found that 1 out of every 36 children has autism. This is a significant increase from the 2021 estimate of 1 in 44 , which was a big jump from 1 in 110 in 2006.

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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

MARCH 23, 2023

What kind of technologies help pharmacies stay organized when taking and keeping inventory?

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Fierce Healthcare

MARCH 23, 2023

Here are the 20 highest paid specialties in 2022 as average physician pay drops 2.

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Fierce Healthcare

MARCH 23, 2023

Taxpayers shouldn't foot the bill for health systems' massive 2022 investment losses, health economists say dmuoio Thu, 03/23/2023 - 17:25

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PharmaVoice

MARCH 23, 2023

Life science leaders provide practical tips on how to create a sustainable patient-focused culture.

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STAT

MARCH 23, 2023

Early in the Covid-19 pandemic, new diagnoses of tuberculosis dropped like a stone in the United States. Data released Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggest the pandemic effect has pretty much worn off; TB is nearly back to pre-2020 levels. “We’re getting … close to where we were pre-pandemic; not quite back yet with increases in cases in the last two years,” Philip LoBue, director of the CDC’s division of tuberculosis elimination,

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Fierce Healthcare

MARCH 23, 2023

Idaho hospital to stop obstetrical services citing doc shortages, fewer births and 'political climate' hlandi Thu, 03/23/2023 - 16:12

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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.

Drug Store News

MARCH 23, 2023

CVS Health pharmacists are equipped with the knowledge to support patients during this celebration.

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Fierce Healthcare

MARCH 23, 2023

New bill aims to make Medicare cover breakthrough medical devices for 4 years rking Thu, 03/23/2023 - 16:45

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Pharmaceutical Technology

MARCH 23, 2023

Biohaven has purchased the exclusive global rights for oral, brain-penetrant dual Tyrosine Kinase 2 (TYK2)/Janus Kinase 1 (JAK1) inhibitor, BHV-8000 (previously TLL-041), which treats immune-mediated brain disorders , from Hangzhou Highlightll Pharmaceutical. The deal gives Biohaven global rights for the development of BHV-8000, excluding regions of China.

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Fierce Healthcare

MARCH 23, 2023

Industry Voices—Amid a return to normalcy, COVID remains a threat fdiamond Thu, 03/23/2023 - 13:31

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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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Drug Store News

MARCH 23, 2023

Stouffer’s side dish line ranges from mashed and scalloped potatoes to rice, vegetable dishes and macaroni and cheese.

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Fierce Healthcare

MARCH 23, 2023

Sutter Health ends 2022 with $249M loss, but draws solace from $278M operating income dmuoio Thu, 03/23/2023 - 12:19

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STAT

MARCH 23, 2023

Millions of diabetes cases may be missed under the current U.S. screening guidelines, especially among Asian Americans, according to a new study. A better way to test for the condition would be to leave body weight out of it, the researchers suggest. Current guidelines from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommend screening adults ages 35-70 who are considered overweight or obese (having a body mass index over 25).

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Drug Store News

MARCH 23, 2023

Walmart has launched the Clean Beauty platform, which aims to help customers find products that meet customers' and the retailer's "standards at every price point.

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STAT

MARCH 23, 2023

After 40 years at the helm of nonprofit Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program, Jim O’Connell likes to remind himself — and his colleagues — that they’re not saving the world. Yes, the program has a longtime reputation for building bridges between unhoused people and clinicians at Mass General, building sufficient trust to convince “rough sleepers” to be treated in the streets or visit the hospital.

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Hospital Pharmacy Europe

MARCH 23, 2023

A recent genetic study found that increased plasma caffeine levels may reduce body mass index and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes Increased plasma caffeine (PC) levels could result in a lower body mass index (BMI), reduce body fat and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes according to the findings of a genetic study by Swedish and UK researchers.

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Drug Store News

MARCH 23, 2023

More than 2 million providers exchanged patient data more than 21 billion times in 2022, according to Surescripts 2022 National Progress Report.

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STAT

MARCH 23, 2023

ST. LOUIS — Anesthesiologist and former U.S. surgeon general Jerome Adams has emerged as a leading voice on public health and issues of equity in medicine from his new position as executive director of health equity initiatives at Purdue University, in his home state of Indiana. He recently was a keynote speaker at the Association for Health Care Journalists annual meeting in St.

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Drug Store News

MARCH 23, 2023

Walmart is reportedly reducing or eliminating weekend and evening shifts at five of its e-commerce fulfillment centers, a move that has resulted in hundreds of workers being laid off.

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European Pharmaceutical Review

MARCH 23, 2023

Key data from the BOREAS Phase III trial, the first out of two Phase III trials in the Dupixent ® (dupilumab) development programme, has shown that o f 939 adult patients, 30 percent experienced reduction in moderate or severe acute chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations over 52 weeks. The fully human monoclonal antibody is the first and only biologic to demonstrate significant improvements in lung function.

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Drug Store News

MARCH 23, 2023

The partnership with the Maryland-based fast-casual chain offers customers fresh, customizable meal options to elevate the in-store shopping experience further.

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ISPE

MARCH 23, 2023

Best Practices for “True Copy Verification” with Paperless Validation Systems Trudy Patterson Thu, 03/23/2023 - 08:39 iSpeak Blog iSpeak Best Practices for “True Copy Verification” with Paperless Validation Systems Philip Jarvis Mark Drinan Dave O’Connor Chris O’Halloran R Daniel Harrison Thao Phan 23 March 2023 Members of the paperless validation subcommittee created this blog post to discuss and recommend “true copy verification practices” for the use of Paperless validation systems to satisfy

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Drug Store News

MARCH 23, 2023

The award recognizes the men and women who have significantly contributed to the growth and development of the global private brand industry.

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European Pharmaceutical Review

MARCH 23, 2023

In final draft guidance by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), single dose gene therapy Upstaza (eladocagene exuparvovec) has been recommended for patients over 18 months old with severe aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency. How is the gene therapy administered? Designed to correct the underlying genetic defect for the condition, Upstaza is the first gene therapy to be infused directly into the brain through a minimally invasive procedure.

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Drug Store News

MARCH 23, 2023

Spotlighting key trends and solutions improves a retailer’s chances of building shopper engagement and loyalty.

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STAT

MARCH 23, 2023

What would Jonas Salk say if he were here right now? How do you know when an ALS treatment is working? And what can pharma CEOs learn from Mr. Rogers? We cover all that and more this week on the 251st episode of “The Readout LOUD,” STAT’s biotech podcast. We discuss the theatrical merits and actual implications of Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel’s appearance before a committee led by Sen.

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Drug Store News

MARCH 23, 2023

Burt’s Bees presented data highlighting the importance of two nature-based products to defend, hydrate and restore health across various skin types.

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MARCH 23, 2023

Directly observed  therapy — where a health professional watches someone take a medication — has been the standard of care for tuberculosis treatment in the United States since 2016. Now DOT, as it’s called, has an approved video alternative. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Thursday it was updating its guidance to include video DOT or vDOT, saying there is enough evidence to show it is at least as effective as the in-person version.

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European Pharmaceutical Review

MARCH 23, 2023

Through its investment of approximately £600 million, Takeda plans to build a new manufacturing facility for plasma-derived therapies (PDTs) in Osaka, Japan. This is Takeda’s largest ever investment in manufacturing capacity expansion and will be the largest facility of its kind in Japan. This is Takeda’s largest ever investment in manufacturing capacity expansion and will be the largest facility of its kind in Japan.” “The new facility will provide a plasma fractionation capacity of more

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