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STAT+: European Prosecutor’s Office confirms it’s investigating European Union Covid vaccine contracts

STAT

In an unusual step, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) confirmed it has opened an investigation into the Covid-19 contracts signed by the European Union, a move that comes shortly after numerous members of the European Parliament harshly criticized a lack of transparency surrounding an agreement with Pfizer. The EPPO is an independent public prosecution office that is responsible for investigating, prosecuting, and bringing to judgment crimes such as fraud, money laundering an

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Thérèse Coffey criticised for giving leftover antibiotics to a friend

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Health secretary accused of ‘monumental stupidity’ for saying she had shared a prescribed medication Doctors have rounded on the health secretary, Thérèse Coffey, after she admitted to sharing prescription medicines with others, actions the British Medical Association described as both dangerous and against the law. Coffey told civil servants in a meeting last month that she had given leftover antibiotics to a poorly friend, an admission that came as the discussion on how to alleviate pressures

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Opinion: Polio eradication is in sight. Don’t stop funding it now

STAT

When it comes to eradicating infectious diseases, there can be no half measures: it’s an all-or-nothing proposition. For more than three decades, eradicating polio — removing it from the face of the earth — has been the sole mission of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI). But now, after helping drive down the global number of cases by 99.9%, and with the wild poliovirus only endemic in just two countries, this incredible initiative is in danger of becoming a victi

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HP&M Promotes James Valentine to Director

The FDA Law Blog

By Kurt R. Karst — Hyman, Phelps & McNamara, P.C. (HP&M) is pleased to announce that James E. Valentine will become the firm’s newest Director beginning on January 1, 2023. James’s practice focuses on regulatory considerations for developing new drug and biologic products and FDA regulatory requirements for approval/licensure. James has been involved with the approval of many new molecular entities, often for serious and rare diseases, several which utilized the accelerated approval

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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.

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Vaccines to treat cancer possible by 2030, say BioNTech founders

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

U?ur ?ahin and Özlem Türeci say mRNA Covid vaccine technology could be repurposed to help destroy cancer cells Vaccines that target cancer could be available before the end of the decade, according to the husband and wife team behind one of the most successful Covid vaccines of the pandemic. U?ur ?ahin and Özlem Türeci, who co-founded BioNTech, the German firm that partnered with Pfizer to manufacture a revolutionary mRNA Covid vaccine, said they had made breakthroughs that fuelled their optimis

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Erenzia Beauty celebrates Latina culture

Drug Store News

Erenzia Beauty’s products contain ingredients influenced by the legacy of Latina beauty rituals passed down through generations, the company said.

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General Mills preps for holiday season with new, returning products

Drug Store News

General Mills is getting a jumpstart on the holiday season by showcasing several new and returning product launches across various categories.

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Benzodiazepine Comparison Table – IV and Oral

Med Ed 101

Benzodiazepines are prescribed to over 5% of the United States population and that number continues to grow. This class of medications is responsible for facilitating the binding of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA-A at various GABA receptors throughout the central nervous system. GABA is the most common neurotransmitter in the central nervous system, found in high […].

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Leading retailers begin selling hearing aids OTC

Drug Store News

Walgreens, CVS, Walmart and Sam's Club are among the retailers now offering consumers the ability to purchase hearing aids over the counter.

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Is License Compulsory For Starting Pharmaceutical Business In India?

Fossil Remedies

When you launch a PCD pharma company , you have to do several preparations. Of course, the first and foremost thing is to arrange funds. Without money, it is impossible to launch a business. The next important consideration is a proper distribution channel from the manufacturer to end customers. In a pharma business, you have a distribution network like a pharma manufacturing company, pharma marketing company, C&F agents, wholesalers/distributors/stockiest, retailers, and pharmacies.

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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.

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Walmart, Straight Talk Wireless join forces on prepaid wireless internet service

Drug Store News

Straight Talk Home Internet will be available at nearly 2,000 Walmart stores across the country and online.

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How to Find Success with Lentiviral Production Using Fixed Bed Bioreactor Technology

BioPharm

Monday, October 17, 2022 at 11am EDT | 4pm BST | 5pm CEST Why would a CDMO to leverage fixed-bed bioreactor technology to develop and produce GMP lentiviral vectors? Join us for a discussion on increasing quality and decreasing time and cost to accelerate time to clinic and market for lentiviral products with technology.

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How the Rx factor in retail loyalty is evolving

Drug Store News

Subscriptions, convenience and services are differentiating pharmacy loyalty initiatives.

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Patient-centered design: where science and empathy merge

PharmExec

Deliver designs aimed at improved clinical outcomes, not just a “feel good” user interface.

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5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software

Are you still using workarounds to manage your daily operations? To achieve peak performance, it's time to explore other options for specialty and infusion pharmacy software. Streamline pharmacy operations and improve clinical performance with automated processing, real-time data exchange, and electronic decision support. Download this helpful infographic to: Drive efficiency and patient adherence from referral receipt to delivery and ongoing care – all with our Pharmacy Cloud.

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Retailers offering updated COVID-19 boosters for children ages 5 and older

Drug Store News

Among the retailers offering the updated shots are Walgreens, Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs.

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Aurobindo obtains FDA nod for generic Ovcon

Drug Store News

Aurobindo's Rhuzdah is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in women who elect to use this product as a method of contraception.

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