PhRMA
MARCH 23, 2023
Last month marked the one-year anniversary of the reignited Cancer Moonshot, the White House’s ambitious goal of reducing the death rate from cancer by at least 50% over the next 25 years. Much of the positive trends in declining cancer mortality, down 33% since peaking in 1991, is driven in large part by innovative medicines researched and developed by America’s biopharmaceutical companies.
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
The proposed legislation, sponsored by Chuck Grassley and Maria Cantwell, aims to necessitate transparency from PBMs.
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.
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 Topics
MARCH 23, 2023
Crunching the numbers can help pharmacies stay on top of their inventory.
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
Taxpayers shouldn't foot the bill for health systems' massive 2022 investment losses, health economists say dmuoio Thu, 03/23/2023 - 17:25
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).
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
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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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.
STAT
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.
Fierce Healthcare
MARCH 23, 2023
Here are the 20 highest paid specialties in 2022 as average physician pay drops 2.
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.
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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STAT
MARCH 23, 2023
In a defeat for Johnson & Johnson, the Indian patent office has rejected its bid to extend a monopoly on a crucial tuberculosis treatment, opening the door to lower-cost generic alternatives needed in low- and middle-income countries. The health care giant sought to extend patent protection on bedaquiline, also known as Sirturo, after the primary patent expires in India in July.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
STAT
MARCH 23, 2023
Rise and shine, everyone, another busy day is on the way. This morning is getting off to a fabulous start, though, as a delightfully warm sun is enveloping the subdued Pharmalot campus, where the official mascot is happily snoozing and the sounds of spring can be heard from our window. As always, we are quaffing some cups of stimulation — roasted coconut is our choice du jour — and assembling some tidbits for your pleasure.
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.
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
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.
Fierce Healthcare
MARCH 23, 2023
Industry Voices—Amid a return to normalcy, COVID remains a threat fdiamond Thu, 03/23/2023 - 13:31
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.
The People's Pharmacy
MARCH 23, 2023
It appears that most people have put COVID out of mind. That’s because 99% of people shopping, traveling and attending events are no longer wearing masks. We get it. DONE with COVID seems to be the overwhelming sentiment. And yet we keep hearing about friends and family members who are still catching SARS-CoV-2. This week there were over 20,000 people hospitalized with the virus.
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.
Drug Topics
MARCH 23, 2023
What kind of technologies help pharmacies stay organized when taking and keeping inventory?
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.
Fierce Pharma
MARCH 23, 2023
AbbVie's Skyrizi aces ulcerative colitis study en route to new IBD showdown with J&J, Takeda aliu Thu, 03/23/2023 - 10:23
Drug Store News
MARCH 23, 2023
CVS Health pharmacists are equipped with the knowledge to support patients during this celebration.
Fierce Pharma
MARCH 23, 2023
Fierce Pharma Asia—Takeda's $4B psoriasis data; Biohaven's neurology bet; Pfizer and Astellas' Xtandi wins aliu Thu, 03/23/2023 - 18:29
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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