January, 2021

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What we’re expecting in 2021, and beyond…

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From telehealth to digital trials, customer engagement to healthcare data, Healthware Group outlines the key trends that are expected to shake up digital health this year. Well, it goes without saying, COVID-19 has resulted in a rapid adoption of digital technologies across all industries, most notably in healthcare. There are several important aspects to these shifts for pharma, biotech and medical device companies, so what can we expect to see over the next 12 months and beyond?

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eCOA tech helps trials tackle COVID-19 obstacles: IQVIA

Outsourcing Pharma

Two leaders from the clinical technology solutions company discuss how digital tools like eCOAs have been invaluable in facing pandemic-related challenges.

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PMN WEBINAR: Video, Voice, and Virtual: Applying New Digital Technology to Enhance Customer Experience

Pharma Marketing Network

2020 was a year defined by unexpected challenges – and related opportunity – for pharmaceutical marketers. Some Key Discussion Topics Include: What have we learned about how to create connection within this new paradigm? Which recent innovations are poised to become the best practices that will create measurable impact in 2021? Tune in to listen to the Pharma Marketing Network and leading experts from GSK, Otsuka & Bayer as we navigate these trends and discuss what you need to know to

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Flucloxacillin vs Amoxicillin: 2 most POPULAR antibiotics

Druggist

Amoxicillin is the most commonly prescribed antibiotic in the UK, with over 6 mln prescriptions issued in the last 12 months. Flucloxacillin is less popular with around 3.6 mln prescriptions issued during the same time (OpenPrescribing.net, 2021). Both antibiotics’ distinct popularity comes mainly from different recommended use in the treatment of bacterial infections, even though both drugs belong to the same class of antibiotics: penicillins.

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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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Neurology’s Growing Need for Disposable Technologies

Pharma Mirror

By Boris Goldstein, Co-Founder & Executive Chairman at Brain Scientific COVID-19 is known for its impacts on a patient’s respiratory system, but it has also been found to affect individuals in unique ways and with varying severity levels depending on their age, risk factors, and comorbidities. Several studies have recently shown that the development of neurological conditions and symptoms are prevalent in COVID patients.

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Boehringer Ingelheim announces partnership with Google

Pharma Times

Partnership will aim to research and implement quantum computing in pharma R&D

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Decentralized trials, remote monitoring continue surging: KCR

Outsourcing Pharma

A representative from the global CRO outlines how forces like COVID-19, decentralized studies, globalization and others are driving change in the industry.

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PMN WEBINAR: Video, Voice, and Virtual: Applying New Digital Technology to Enhance Customer Experience

Pharma Marketing Network

Pharma-Marketing is owned and operated by eHealthcare Solutions. The post PMN WEBINAR: Video, Voice, and Virtual: Applying New Digital Technology to Enhance Customer Experience appeared first on Pharma Marketing Network.

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What is the best over the counter migraine medication?

Druggist

Migraine is a common condition affecting an estimated 6 million people in the UK. With approximate 190,000 migraine attacks experienced by people in the UK (NICE, 2012), pharmacies are among the first points of call to find over the counter migraine medication. What is the best painkiller for migraine? Today I will review common over the counter migraine medication.

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Winning 2021: How to Save, Invest, and Earn More This Year

That Frugal Pharmacist

2020 was a year like no other. Like many others, we’re looking forward to leaving this year behind and having a fresh start in 2021. And there is no better time than the New Year to start making changes in your life and create new financial habits. If you want to change your financial picture, … Winning 2021: How to Save, Invest, and Earn More This Year Read More ».

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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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CRUK scientists develop drug that targets KRAS pathways

Pharma Times

KRAS mutations are found in several hard-to-treat cancers

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COVID drives a customer experience shift in life sciences CRM

pharmaphorum

The future of life sciences CRM will be defined by rapid digital transformation and a focus on customer experience – and those who stick to old ways of working will be left in the dust, according to new research from Gartner. Gartner’s’ CRM market guide notes that AI, digital scalability and hyper-automation hold the keys to sales success in the post-COVID era, and they highlight the providers who are using digital transformation to find new ways of engaging customers.

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COVID-19 a ‘catalyst’ for innovation in 2020: Oracle

Outsourcing Pharma

A leader from Oracle Health Sciences examines the dynamic, challenging year and highlights creativity and ingenuity displayed by research professionals.

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Tapp Network and TechSoup Digital Benchmark Report Highlights Opportunities and Challenges

Mission-Driven Marketing Blog

SAN FRANCISCO – January 27, 2021 – The results of the 2020-2021 Nonprofit Digital Marketing Benchmark Report , conducted by TechSoup and Tapp Network, unveil the disruptive effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The report details how nonprofits are struggling to refocus their outreach efforts to the new digital normal of website automation, social media, online advertising, and content marketing.

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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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20 most popular prescription painkillers UK

Druggist

The main focus of today’s post is to review the most popular prescription painkillers in the UK. I previously reviewed the popularity of different drugs in the UK, which may interest you: Top 15 most prescribed drugs in the UK & most popular antidepressants in the UK. Most popular prescription painkillers (UK) will be ranked according to the volume of prescriptions issued in the last 12 months by GPs in the UK.

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11 Best Robinhood Alternatives To Start Investing Your Money Better

That Frugal Pharmacist

If you are using the Robinhood app for investing, you might be considering switching or just testing out something different. After all, there are many Robinhood alternatives these days, thanks to new fintech companies looking to make it easier for anyone to invest. Yet, with all the investing platforms and apps out there, which are some … 11 Best Robinhood Alternatives To Start Investing Your Money Better Read More ».

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Researchers identify existing drug’s potential for triple negative breast cancer

Pharma Times

Study suggests that palbociclib could be used to treat around a fifth of people with TNBC

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FDA and doctors warn against extending COVID-19 vaccine dose gap

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Tinkering with the dosing schedule of COVID-19 vaccines runs a “significant risk” to public health, the FDA has warned in a statement after the UK announced plans to prioritise the first doses of two approved shots. The regulator made its comments after the UK announced a policy of stretching the gap between doses of the vaccine to up to 12 weeks to ensure maximum coverage of vulnerable groups.

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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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Veeva Systems converts to a public benefit corporation

Outsourcing Pharma

While the change signifies the life-sciences solutions firmâs commitment to help customers and patients, day-to-day functions will remain much the same.

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How Different Crimes Can Affect Your Nursing License in Georgia

Pharma Mirror

Navigating your way to a career in the medical field is not easy. You may have spent late nights studying for exams and long hours working in a medical institute. But, you are finally here about to get your nursing license in the state of Georgia. When applying for a nursing license or getting your old one renewed, you might face some trouble if the background check doesn’t show up clean.

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Co-dydramol vs co-codamol – two related opioids

Druggist

Co-codamol is one of the most popular drugs prescribed in the UK and almost the most popular prescription painkiller. Co-dydramol, on the other hand, is much less popular medicine used for the management of pain. I will highlight the main differences between both drugs and (if possible) review the effectiveness of both drugs as painkillers. Co-dydramol vs co-codamol summary of the post: Difference between co-codamol and co-dydramol (active ingredients).

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Women’s Personal Finance.org – Personal BIG Project Alert

That Frugal Pharmacist

What have I been up to… well… partnering with my bestie for the expanded and awesome-r Women’s Personal Finance.org! TLDR: Go to the link above to track our progress and join the email list! My life, it is so cyclical. It feels like I have nothing going on and then a tidal wave of … Women’s Personal Finance.org – Personal BIG Project Alert Read More ».

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Valneva completes recruitment for Phase I/II COVID-19 vaccine study

Pharma Times

Speciality vaccine company has also started production of vaccine candidate

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Clinical research in 2021: A new era of collaboration and innovation

pharmaphorum

The clinical research community has been disrupted in a number of ways due to COVID-19 and sparked a spirit of collaboration and innovation. Worldwide Clinical Trial’s Aman Khera gives five predictions of how clinical research could change in 2021. The pandemic has propelled the life science industry toward higher expectations for faster, more responsive and more inclusive drug development.

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Paradigm4, 54gene collaborate on African clinical data

Outsourcing Pharma

With fewer than 3% of analyzed genomes currently coming from Africans, the companies are looking to increase access to and understanding of patient data.

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Digital Health Education for Health Professionals: What are the Next Steps?

The Digital Apothecary

I have served as an academic for the past eight years as an assistant and now associate professor of pharmacy practice, and during this time, my primary concern has been getting health professionals into digital health. It goes without saying it has been an uphill battle, and only in the past 12-24 months have I finally seen significant traction, primarily due to the ongoing Covid-19 Pandemic.

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Mail order pharmacy: What you should know about getting Rx by mail

SingleCare

Staying healthy is a priority for most people these days. Sometimes that may mean taking prescription medications that your doctor recommends. Picking up your prescriptions directly from a pharmacy can be challenging with social distancing requirements, illness, or other factors. Mail order pharmacies work through health insurance providers to deliver medications straight to your home.

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Cheap Caribbean Vacations – The Ultimate Guide

That Frugal Pharmacist

I know, we’re still mid pandemic so cheap Caribbean vacations may not be your top thought right now. It’s really hard to believe this all started about a year ago. I also know that people are starting to get seriously stir crazy. For many, a bucket list vacation is exactly what is in the books … Cheap Caribbean Vacations – The Ultimate Guide Read More ».

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Synairgen begins large-scale trial of inhaled COVID-19 treatment

Pharma Times

First patient in global trial dosed in the UK

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Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine may work against new virus mutation, scientists say

pharmaphorum

The Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine appears to work against an important mutation in the new coronavirus variants causing havoc in the UK and South Africa, according to research from the drugs giant. Findings of the lab study posted online have not yet been peer reviewed but provide some reassurance for countries like the UK, which are relying on vaccines to bring the pandemic under control.

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People on the Move: January 2021

Outsourcing Pharma

Industry organizations with hires, promotions, acquisitions and other news to share this month include Parexel, Novartis, WCG, Idifarma and more top firms.

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Interview #5: Deprescribing in telemedicine

The deprescribing.org Blog

Hello, deprescribers! Today we are excited to have another interview post with clinical pharmacist Pam Howell (Ontario, Canada), telling us about her (deprescribing) experiences working as part of the telemedicine initiative GeriMedRisk. Q: You are part of the GeriMedRisk initiative. First off, can you tell us a little bit about GeriMedRisk and how the consultation service works?

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How to Provide Reprieve From Pharmacy Staff Burnout

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Many pharmacy professionals are needing to juggle increasing job responsibilities with decreasing time to complete tasks. Pharmacy leaders must know not only are they not immune to this, the pharmacy staff they manage isn’t either. As a result everyone on the pharmacy team can often be pulled in many directions. An unfortunate final piece to this introductory framework is the current COVID-19 pandemic.