New Approaches in Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment
Drug Topics
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Understanding the relationship between psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis can help.
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‘One needs to feel safe’: Racism can put sleep — and its health benefits — out of reach
STAT
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Lots of people struggle to get enough sleep — and the responsibility for fixing the problem tends to fall on the individual. Experts offer advice like reducing screen time, exercising more, or just going to bed earlier in the evening. But many restless nights can’t be solved with blackout curtains, ear plugs, or other typical suggestions.
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Artificial Intelligence Applications in Education and Pharmacy Practice
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 20, 2022
By interpreting and applying the data provided by algorithms, pharmacists are uniquely equipped to guide development of more patient-centered care.
Coumadin No Worse for Mental Function Than Pradaxa, When Well Administered
Drug Topics
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Pradaxa (dabigatran) and Coumadin (warfarin) came out even in this randomized study. The Brazilian researchers who conducted the study said one explanation for the result is that use of Coumadin was exceptionally well managed because the patients were enrolled a study.
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.
Phase 3 Data Favor Bimekizumab Over Placebo in Biologic-Naïve Patients With Psoriatic Arthritis
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 20, 2022
All primary and ranked secondary endpoints of the study were met at week 16, which were sustained or improved through week 24 and were coupled with patient-reported improvements compared with placebo in treating psoriatic arthritis.
Opinion: Reducing the threat of vaccine-preventable diseases starts with kids
STAT
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Americans have been warned — again — about lax attention to routine vaccinations. This time the warning comes from measles , an age-old, vaccine-preventable disease, with an outbreak in central Ohio among nearly 80 children and counting, almost all of them unvaccinated against measles. Once well-controlled in the U.S., which has maintained “measles elimination status” for almost 20 years, this disease may no longer be a rarity as millions of children in the U.S. are m
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From telehealth to Medicare cuts: Here are the health policies in Congress' $1.7T omnibus
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DECEMBER 20, 2022
From telehealth to Medicare cuts: Here are the health policies in Congress' $1.7T omnibus. rking. Tue, 12/20/2022 - 10:29.
Expert Discusses Financial Impact of the Pandemic on Pharmacies
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Michael Brown, vice president of Managed Services at Cardinal Health, discusses ways for pharmacists to help manage costs post-pandemic.
How General Vaccine Hesitancy Is Impacting Teen COVID-19 Vaccination Rates
Drug Topics
DECEMBER 20, 2022
The COVID-19 vaccine rate for teenagers lags behind vaccination rates for adults. Does parental hesitancy for vaccines in general play a role?
How the Pandemic Changed Pharmacies
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Pharmacists have been increasingly recognized as key partners in the clinical services needed to manage the pandemic.
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.
Martin Short has a story to tell … about SingleCare savings
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 20, 2022
After learning about SingleCare in last year’s commercial, Martin Short is back in a new SingleCare commercial to spread the news about prescription savings with as many pharmacy customers as he can. The actor and comedian explains that you can get great prices on meds—even cheaper than your insurance copay or your Medicare plan price. And it’s true!
Patient Navigation in the Specialty Pharmacy Space
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Lack of access to novel therapies, especially within the cancer space, initiated the road to patient navigation.
STAT+: The list of the worst biopharma CEOs of 2022: No ‘winner,’ just accountability
STAT
DECEMBER 20, 2022
I enjoy thinking about and writing the Worst CEOs of Biopharma column every year. It’s not because I’m mean or vindictive. This list is about holding people and an industry accountable. It’s a public service! Let me know in the comments or on Twitter if I missed the mark, or, more importantly, if I forgot a deserving “naughty” CEO.
Breast Cancer Research, Current Therapeutic Pipeline Provide Significant Advancements in Diagnosis, Treatment
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Trends in treatment development involve more targeted, safe, and efficacious therapies.
5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software
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Does Bactrim work for sinus infections?
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Sinus infections are a common illness—affecting about 29 million people a year—that no one wants to experience. The symptoms make you downright miserable, but can taking a prescription help? It depends. Bactrim is an antibiotic prescribed for a number of infections. Keep reading to learn the pros and cons of Bactrim for sinus infections. . What is a sinus infection ?
Risk Stratification in Patients with Multiple Myeloma
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Ryan Haumschild, PharmD, MS, MBA, leads a discussion surrounding relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (MM).
2023 forecast: With Novo's Wegovy on a supply rebound, 2023 offers course correction and obesity showdown with Lilly
Fierce Pharma
DECEMBER 20, 2022
2023 forecast: With Novo's Wegovy on a supply rebound, 2023 offers course correction and obesity showdown with Lilly. fkansteiner. Tue, 12/20/2022 - 10:26.
‘First Day Cover’ Collection Marks 50th Anniversary of Pharmacy Stamp
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 20, 2022
American Institute of the History of Pharmacy posts the collection of pharmacist Daniel Shifrin on its website.
CVS Health, ADA Expand Diabetes Program Focused on Health Equity
Drug Topics
DECEMBER 20, 2022
The program Project Power helps give children and their families the tools to reduce disparities found with diabetes.
2023 forecast: Why digital health is ripe for a new wave of M&A, including more 'disruptive' deals
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DECEMBER 20, 2022
2023 forecast: Why digital health is ripe for a new wave of M&A, including more 'disruptive' deals. hlandi. Tue, 12/20/2022 - 16:33.
Retailers providing updated COVID-19 bivalent vaccine to children
Drug Store News
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Following guidance from the CDC and FDA, Walgreens, Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs are beginning to offer the updated COVID-19 bivalent vaccine to children aged 3 and older.
How Technology Workflows Can Support Medication Adherence in Your Pharmacy
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Financial assistance platforms improve patient outcomes and the pharmacy bottom line.
Transforming healthcare through sustainable and resilient data infrastructure
pharmaphorum
DECEMBER 20, 2022
In the past two decades, global spending on health has doubled. Yet, optimal healthcare remains out of reach for most of the world as many countries continue to struggle with the burden of disease, growing complexity of healthcare, and persistence of health disparities. The problem is not a lack of innovation. Advancements in technology and medicine have made it possible to improve nearly every aspect of care by analysing vast amounts of data, uncovering insights into each person’s disease and e
COVID-19 Vaccines Saved 3 Million Lives
Drug Topics
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Vaccination program has also prevented more than 18 million hospitalizations, saved $1 trillion in medical costs.
Epidemiology group no longer recommends universal asymptomatic COVID screening at healthcare facilities
Fierce Healthcare
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Epidemiology group no longer recommends universal asymptomatic COVID screening at healthcare facilities. dmuoio. Tue, 12/20/2022 - 16:07.
Segmenting Speech Signals May Effectively Detect Presence of Common Cold, Flu
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 20, 2022
The amplitude of vocal cord movement may indicate patient health and wellbeing.
2023 forecast: An 'inflection point' for biopharma, fueled by a flood of AI and machine learning products
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DECEMBER 20, 2022
2023 forecast: An 'inflection point' for biopharma, fueled by a flood of AI and machine learning products. kdunleavy. Tue, 12/20/2022 - 13:39.
CVS, Walgreens limiting purchases of children’s drugs amid cold and flu season shortages
STAT
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Caring for sick children has become extra stressful recently for many U.S. parents due to shortages of Children’s Tylenol and other medicines. Doctors and other experts say the problem could persist through the winter cold-and-flu season but should not last as long as other recent shortages of baby formula or prescription drugs.
Idorsia files resistant hypertension drug aprocitentan in US
pharmaphorum
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Switzerland’s Idorsia has submitted a new drug application to the FDA for aprocitentan as a treatment for people whose blood pressure remains stubbornly high despite treatment and who are at increased risk of complications like kidney disease and stroke. The dual endothelin receptor antagonist (ERA) has been tipped as a potential $2.5 billion blockbuster by analysts at Jefferies, as there is considerable need for new therapies for people with so-called resistant hypertension.
Medicare-certified hospitals must supply ownership data
Fierce Healthcare
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Medicare-certified hospitals must supply ownership data. fdiamond. Tue, 12/20/2022 - 16:46.
Publix Pharmacy offers bedside delivery at Manatee Memorial Hospital
Drug Store News
DECEMBER 20, 2022
The Publix at Palmetto will handle any necessary insurance authorizations, then fill and deliver the order directly to the patient or the nursing unit.
STAT+: Biden admin shares ownership data for thousands of hospitals, improving transparency about private equity’s stake
STAT
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Citing its commitment to transparency and promoting competition, the Biden administration on Tuesday released a massive spreadsheet with ownership data on all Medicare-certified hospitals in the country. The new data span more than 7,000 hospitals and include details like whether the owner is an individual or an organization. It comes as concerns mount over private equity ownership of hospitals and other health care facilities, which is often difficult to discern but which has major implications
Educate Patients on Soothing Sore Throats, When to Seek Medical Care
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 20, 2022
When used as directed, non pharmaceutical products provide swift relief, but patients with persistent or severe pain should see a physician.
STAT+: Pharmalittle: Pharma wins changes in bill concerning accelerated approval; pharmacy chains restrict purchases of pediatric pain relievers
STAT
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Rise and shine, everyone, another busy day is on the way. And we can tell because, already, the Pharmalot campus is buzzing. The official mascot is bounding about the grounds in search of creatures, and our shortest short person is readying plans for the day. As for us, we are busy with the usual tasks, namely firing up the coffee kettle to make cups of stimulation.
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