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Sustained Midlife Weight Loss Linked With Long-Term Health Benefits

Drug Topics

The data show a decrease in all-cause mortality for sustained midlife weight loss achieved without surgical or pharmacological interventions.

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STAT+: RFK Jr.’s latest moves on vaccines

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You’re reading the web edition of D.C. Diagnosis, STAT’s twice-weekly newsletter about the politics and policy of health and medicine.  Sign up here  to receive it in your inbox on Tuesdays and Thursdays. NIH is terminating research grants left and right, impeding early career paths and leading some young scientists to consider becoming plumbers.

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FDA Approves Hydrocortisone Oral Solution for Adrenocortical Insufficiency

Drug Topics

The replacement therapy is indicated for patients 5 years and older, marking the first approval for an oral solution form of hydrocortisone.

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STAT+: A rare disease drug is rejected, even as the FDA talks about new approval pathway

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For the past decade, Stealth BioTherapeutics has ridden a rollercoaster trying to convince the Food and Drug Administration to approve its ultra-rare disease drug. Now, the company has encountered yet another twist — an unexpected regulatory rejection that will not only delay access and strain its finances, but ensure some of the most vulnerable patients are denied the treatment.

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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

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How iA is at the Forefront of an Evolving Pharmacy Landscape

Drug Topics

Alecia Lashier, chief automation officer and executive vice president at iA, discusses transformations in the pharmacy industry and how theyve impacted pharmacists and their businesses.

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STAT+: AI-based mammography is here, and it has a trust problem

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Radiologists interpret more than 40 million mammograms in the United States every year. In 2025, AI tools to help detect or diagnose possible cancer will be applied to millions of them.  As the Food and Drug Administration has cleared several AI algorithms to analyze mammograms, some imaging centers are adopting them en masse. RadNet, which owns more than 400 U.S. radiology practices, says it deploys its own AI algorithm in 600,000 mammograms every year.

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Opinion: How we beat anti-vaccination bills in North Dakota

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Misinformation spreads faster than prairie fire, often with as much destruction. Right now, state legislatures nationwide are debating bills based on erroneous beliefs that would strip away public health protections. Calls to increase vaccine exemptions in schools and daycare centers, for example, have contributed to measles outbreaks in Texas and elsewhere.

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HHS cancels $766m bird flu vaccine contract with Moderna

Pharmaceutical Technology

The HSS has terminated a contract previously awarded to Moderna to help advance a vaccine candidate targeting bird flu.

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New technology could enhance CAR T therapy manufacture

European Pharmaceutical Review

Research has illustrated a potential new device for harvesting T cells that could improve the cost-effectiveness of manufacturing CAR T-cell therapy and make the cancer immunotherapy more accessible to patients. In development by investigators in the US, the device, called capture and glow (CAPGLO), captures T cells via a magnetic field and makes them visible using glowing fluorescent tags.

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DEBRA Research and Dermaliq Therapeutics collaborate to advance treatment for rare skin disorder

Pharmafile

Global non-profit organisation, DEBRA Research, and clinical dermatology company, Dermaliq Therapeutics, have announced a collaboration to advance drug development for those affected by epidermolysis bullosa (EB). EB is a group of rare, genetic skin disorders with no known cure, meaning new treatments are a highly pressing medical need. The partners will initially focus on improving […] The post DEBRA Research and Dermaliq Therapeutics collaborate to advance treatment for rare skin disorde

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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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How Can Marketers Track Inbound AI Search Traffic?

Pharma Marketing Network

AI is rapidly transforming the digital marketing landscape, and nowhere is this more evident than in the evolution of search behavior. With tools like ChatGPT, Bing Copilot, and Googles AI Overviews influencing how users discover and engage with content, pharma marketers are being challenged to rethink traditional metrics. So how can you actually track inbound AI search traffic?

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Eisai says patent win blocks Lenvima generic to 2036

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Eisai has won a lawsuit blocking FDA approval of Shilpa's generic of cancer blockbuster Lenvima until 2036, although the verdict could go to appeal

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ASCO 2025: Adding Elranatamab to Daratumumab, Lenalidomide Induces Durable Responses in Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma

Pharmacy Times

Elranatamab shows promising efficacy and manageable safety in transplant-ineligible newly diagnosed multiple myeloma patients, highlighting its potential as a treatment option.

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Fierce Healthcare

Electronic health record giant Epic rolled out a new initiative to propel the adoption of generative AI tools among healthcare organizations.

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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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Childhood Cancer Survivors at an Increased Risk of Developing CKD, Study Finds

Pharmacy Times

The investigators suggest that early detection and treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in childhood cancer survivors may decrease late complications and mortality.

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Data sets up filing of new GSK antibiotic this year

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GSK has said it will file its oral carbapenem antibiotic tebipenem HBr for approval before the end of this year as a treatment for complicated UTIs

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HER2 and HER3 in NSCLC: The Latest ADC Data and NCCN Guideline Updates

Pharmacy Times

Corrine Stahura, PharmD, and Sophia Gilardone, PharmD, BCOP, discuss recent clinical trial data and evolving guideline recommendations for HER2- and HER3-directed antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) in nonsmall cell lung cancer (NSCLC), highlighting differences in efficacy, safety, and patient selection criteria.

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Retail giant Walmart is rolling out a new platform for insurers and benefit managers that's designed to make it easier to encourage healthy eating.

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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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Epcoritamab-bysp Yields Long-Term Disease Remission in Patients with Relapsed, Refractory Large B-Cell Lymphoma

Pharmacy Times

Epcoritamab shows impressive long-term remission rates in relapsed large B-cell lymphoma, highlighting its potential as a key treatment option.

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Moderna's $760m-plus flu vaccine contracts are nixed by HHS

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HHS cancels funding for Moderna's pandemic flu vaccine development in a move viewed by some as an attack on mRNA technology

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Pneumococcal 15-Valent Conjugate Vaccine Provides Heightened Protection Against Certain Serotypes Compared With PCV13

Pharmacy Times

V114, a 15-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV), provided better protection against serotypes 22F and 33F compared with 13-valent PCV (PCV13).

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Ryvu Therapeutics appoints Justyna Żółtek to management board

Pharmafile

Ryvu Therapeutics has promoted Justyna tek, chief people officer, to its management board. The appointment reflects the companys focus on organisational development as it continues to advance a pipeline of oncology programmes. tek joined Ryvu in 2021, leading the creation of its human resources (HR) function during a period of operational growth. Since then, she […] The post Ryvu Therapeutics appoints Justyna tek to management board appeared first on Pharmafile.

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iTeos to shut down following $2bn GSK-partnered TIGIT asset failure

Pharmaceutical Technology

iTeos will look to distribute its cash reserves to shareholders, along with proceeds raised from selling pipeline assets.

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Talkspace's partnership with Amazon Pharmacy marks the first virtual behavioral health provider to integrate with the online pharmacy for medication fulfillment and rapid home delivery to consumers.

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What Can I Eat On A Crohn’s Disease Diet?

Pharma Marketing Network

Living with Crohn’s disease can feel like navigating an unpredictable path, especially when it comes to food. While there is no one-size-fits-all diet, understanding the principles of a healthy Crohn’s disease diet can empower you to manage symptoms and enhance your quality of life. So, what can you eat without triggering a flare-up? Table of Contents Understanding Crohn’s Disease and Nutrition Safe Food Choices During Remission What to Eat During a Flare-Up Special Diets and S

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Dreem Health, a sleep platform now offered to members with major insurers including Humana, is hoping to revolutionize the quality of sleep nationwide.

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FDA Grants Interchangeability Designation to Hadlima

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The designation allows pharmacists to substitute it for Humira without prescriber approval (per state law), which expands patient access in the process.

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Solid tumours: CAR-T therapies’ Waterloo

Pharmaceutical Technology

Expanding the reach of CAR-T therapeutics could unlock promising new treatment possibilities for solid tumour patients.

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Axtria Ignite 2025: Leading in an Agentic Era

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Join us at Axtria Ignite 2025 on 4th to 5th June to explore and lead in the agentic era. Learn from industry experts and leaders shaping the future of business.

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The impact of drug pricing and reimbursement on the pharmaceutical industry

Pharmaceutical Technology

Drug pricing and reimbursement constraints are a major concern for the pharmaceutical industry. In order to balance generating revenues with ensuring that a new medicine reaches the largest possible group of patients, companies must consider price and reimbursement across multiple countries, act early in the development cycle and ensure the evidence required to support their commercial strategy is built into their development plans.

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Fierce Healthcare

A pair of letters to providers, risk managers, state medical boards and specific hospitals is the latest in a pressure campaign against gender-affirming care services.

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Regeneron to deploy Telesis Bio’s Gibson SOLA at R&D facilities

Pharmaceutical Technology

Telesis Bio has announced a licensing agreement with Regeneron, enabling the latter to deploy the Gibson SOLA platform at R&D facilities.

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MSD and Daiichi Sankyo pull HER3-DXd's FDA filing

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MSD and Daiichi Sankyo suffer another setback with their HER3 programme ahead of a crucial data readout at ASCO.

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