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Pharma Pulse 8/2/24: Poor Data is a Population Health Risk, Meta’s Earnings Calm AI Jitters & more
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Understanding IDNs and What They Mean to the Pharmaceutical Industry–Q&A with Greg Skalicky
Integrated Delivery Networks have impacted everything from drug launches to sales approaches.
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FDA Expands Approval of GSK’s Jemperli in Combination with Chemotherapy for Adults with Primary Advanced or Recurrent Endometrial Cancer
Approval marks the first time an immuno-oncology regimen has demonstrated a survival benefit for all adults with primary advanced or
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FDA Grants Accelerated Approval to Adaptimmune Therapeutics’ Tecelra for Adults with Synovial Sarcoma Who Have Undergone Prior Chemotherapy
Regulatory action marks the first engineered cell therapy approved for a solid tumor cancer in the United States.
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Blue Shield of California Offers Blue Zones Challenge App to Members
The app provides users with lifestyle tips and plans based on the lifestyles of people living in regions with the
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Daiichi Sankyo, Merck Launch Phase III Trial Evaluating Safety, Efficacy of Ifinatamab Deruxtecan in Patients with Relapsed Small Cell Lung Cancer
IDeate-Lung02 will compare ifinatamab deruxtecan to a physician’s choice of chemotherapy in patients with relapsed small cell lung cancer.
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AstraZeneca VP, Head of Medical Affairs, US Oncology, Discusses 10 Years of Lynparza Across Eight Indications
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Carlos Doti, VP, head of medical affairs, US oncology business
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Data Show Three Years of Continuous Treatment with Leqembi Reduces Cognitive Decline in Patients with Early Alzheimer Disease
Results of the Phase III Clarity AD study found that Leqembi reduced cognitive decline by -0.95 on the Clinical Dementia
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Women’s Healthcare: Will Changing Laws Inhibit Latest Innovations in Fertility and Birth Control Treatments?
With a growing number of legal battles over women’s health issues, such as abortion and infertility, stakeholders are concerned about
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FDA Approves Luye Pharma Group’s Erzofri for Adults with Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder
Erzofri is the first patented paliperidone palmitate long-acting injectable developed in China to receive FDA approval for treating schizophrenia and
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AvaSure Acquires Ouva and Adds Smart Room Solutions to its Platform
Ouva’s AI-powered technology will be added to AvaSure’s digital platform.
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FDA Approves Alpha Cognition’s Zunveyl as Oral Therapy for Mild-to-Moderate Alzheimer Disease
Approval of Zunveyl offers a novel approach with a dual mechanism of action designed to improve tolerability and efficacy in
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Experts Discuss the Importance of Genomic Sequencing in the Battle Against HIV in South Africa
MGI Tech Co. issued a statement detailing the use of its technology in improving the rates of genomic sequencing in
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Giroctocogene Fitelparvovec Demonstrates Superiority over Factor VIII Prophylaxis in Reducing Annual Bleeding Rate in Patients with Moderate to Severe Hemophilia A
A single dose of giroctocogene fitelparvovec significantly reduced the mean total annual bleeding rate in patients with moderately severe to
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Fighting the Drop in Vaccination Rates: Q&A with Gregg Sylvester
An unexpected consequence of the COVID 19 pandemic has been a loss in trust of vaccines. Over the past three
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Pharma Pulse 7/26/24: Research Shows Promise Toward Universal Flu Vaccine, AI Struggles with Math & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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FDA Clears Investigational New Drug Application for Actinium Pharmaceuticals’ Iomab-ACT in Patients with Sickle Cell Disease
The study is expected to evaluate the safety of Iomab-ACT in sickle cell disease patients who are undergoing allogeneic bone
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Imfinzi with Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Demonstrates Significant Benefit in Event-Free Survival Treating Resectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
FDA’s Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee acknowledged that Imfinzi met its primary endpoint of event-free survival in the treatment of resectable
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FDA Accepts Otsuka and Lundbeck’s Supplemental New Drug Application for Brexpiprazole with Sertraline for Adults with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
The supplemental New Drug Application for brexpiprazole in combination with sertraline is supported by data from three randomized clinical trials
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FDA Expands Indication of BioMarin Pharmaceutical’s Brineura to Include Children with Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis Type 2 Disease
Expanded indication of Brineura allows for treatment of neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis type 2 disease in both symptomatic and presymptomatic children.
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Integrity Partners With Gosen Insurance Group to Bring New Solutions to Hispanic Communities in Florida
The partnership will allow both group to expand their operations and provide more solutions to underserved communities.
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Sage and Biogen Halt Phase II Study After Novel Drug Shows No Significant Improvement in Treating Essential Tremor
Moving forward, Sage Therapeutics and Biogen intend to cease further clinical development of SAGE-324 for essential tremor.
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Pharma Pulse 7/24/24: Now is Not the Time to End the Global AIDS Effort, Preparing for the Next Worldwide Tech Outage & more
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Vivacelle Bio Launches Phase III Clinical Trial for VBI-S to Treat Hypovolemic Septic Shock
The trial is expected to include 40 patients across the United States who haven’t responded adequately to standard hypovolemic septic
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Pharma Pulse 7/23/24: Post-Roe, How Safe are Period-Tracking Apps? Where to Invest in Health Trends & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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Johnson & Johnson Submits Supplemental New Drug Application to FDA for Spravato as Monotherapy for Adults with Treatment-Resistant Depression
Approval of Spravato would mark the first monotherapy to be available on the market for treatment-resistant depression in the United
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Fitterfly Announces Home Digital Therapeutic That Uses AI to Analyze Images of Meals
The AI-powered feature will provide detailed nutritional information based on photos of food taken by users.
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4 Essential Approaches for Effective Brand Narratives
By embracing technology and integrating it seamlessly into your brand narrative, you can create a more engaging, personalized, and effective
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South Korean Company Announces Development of Oral GLP-1 Treatment
Dx&Vx identified multiple potential drug candidates using AI-based technology.
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Genomics plc Extends Partnership with Vertex Pharmaceuticals
The two companies will continue to collaborate on the use of machine learning in improving precision medicine development.
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Pharma Pulse 7/19/24: Sentiments Surrounding At-Home Diagnostic Testing, Smaller Drugmakers Step Up Hunt for Acquisitions & more
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Is There a Correlation Between Medical Debt and Delayed Mental Health Care in the United States?
JAMA study aims to determine whether financial barriers impact access to mental health services.
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FDA Approves Voquezna for GERD Treatment
This is the latest approval for Phathom Pharmaceutical’s GI treatment.
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CT-996 Demonstrates Significant Weight Loss in Patients with Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes
Treatment with CT-996 led to a significant placebo-adjusted mean weight loss of 6.1% within four weeks in participants with obesity
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Pharma Pulse 7/18/24: Improving Medication Reconciliation Accuracy, Synchron Says AI Will Be Instrumental for Devices & more
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FDA Clears Positrigo’s NeuroLF Brain PET System for the Diagnosis of Multiple Brain Disorders
Clearance of the NeuroLF Brain PET system marks Positrigo’s first device of its kind to be approved in the United
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Driving Sample Excellence: Q&A with Amy Ripston
Ripston discusses the Biospecimen Management Consortium and how its working to develop best practices for driving sample excellence.
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SOTIO Biotech, Biocytogen Ink Research and License Agreement to Develop Next-Generation Antibody-Drug Conjugates
The agreement enables SOTIO to license multiple fully human bispecific antibodies from Biocytogen’s RenLite platform.
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Anthem Blue Cross and Allied Pacific IPA Announce Partnership with Astrana Health Inc.
The two companies will use Astrana’s technology offerings to improve access.
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FDA Grants Fast Track Designation to Sumitomo Pharma’s Novel Treatment for Patients with Relapsed or Refractory Acute Myeloid Leukemia
DSP-5336 targets the menin and mixed-lineage leukemia protein interaction, crucial in various biological processes, including cell growth and genomic stability.
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Beyond GLP-1s: Q&A with Sandeep Makkar
The global president of endomechanical and energy for Johnson & Johnson MedTech discusses the need for multidisciplinary care when treating
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Drug Shortages May Have a Compounding Solution: Q&A with Shawn Hodges
The CEO of Revelation Pharma discusses how compounding pharmacies may help solve the ongoing issue with drug shortages.
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Pharma Pulse 7/12/24: The Relationship Between Patients and Drug Shortages, Rise of the Restaurant Robots & more
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Amylyx Pharmaceuticals Acquires Phase III-Ready GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Avexitide for Hyperinsulinemic Hypoglycemia from Eiger BioPharmaceuticals
Avexitide has received Breakthrough Therapy Designation by the FDA for post-bariatric hypoglycemia, congenital hyperinsulinism, and more.
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Cohort Study Compares Weight Loss Effects of Tirzepatide vs. Semaglutide
JAMA study aims to discover how weight loss differs between patients receiving tirzepatide compared with semaglutide among a clinical population
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The Future of Periodontal Treatment
Advancements in periodontal disease could make way for expansions in the dental space and other medical fields.
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Transforming Patient Care Management: Q&A with Dea Belazi
The AscellaHealth CEO discusses how new technologies are increasing the options in patient care.
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Making the Grade: Registries as Sources of Regulatory-Grade RWE
Dr Peter Wahl, MLA, MS, Global Head of Scientific Affairs at CorEvitas, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, covers key considerations
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Artificially Discovering New Molecules and Indications: Q&A with Dr. Jo Varshney
Dr. Varshney discusses how AI is being used to sort data and discover new molecules and indications for existing drugs.
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What Happens to Out-of-Pocket Costs When Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Reach the Medicare Age?
JAMA study evaluates changes to out-of-pocket costs and utilization of type 2 diabetes medications once patients reach the age of
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Vizient Signs Innovative Technology Contract with Body Vision Medical
Body Vision’s AI-powered LungVision image system earned a place in Vizient’s innovative technology program.
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FDA Approves Cordis’ Vascular Closure Device for Cardiac Ablation Procedures
Approval of the Mynx Control Venous vascular closure device was based on results from the ReliaSeal trial, which demonstrated 100%
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Femasys CEO Talks Results of the Femaseed Pivotal Trial and the History of Femblock Birth Control
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Kathy Lee-Sepsick, Founder, CEO, Femasys, discusses results of the Femaseed
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FDA Grants Full Approval to Johnson & Johnson’s Sirturo for Pulmonary Tuberculosis Caused by Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Resistant to Rifampicin and Isoniazid
Results from the Phase III STREAM Stage 2 study show the efficacy and safety of an all-oral bedaquiline-containing regimen for
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Pharma Pulse 7/8/24: New AI Tech Spurs Excitement/Concerns Among Private-Credit Managers, Future Perspectives on Atopic Dermatitis Treatment & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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FDA Grants Fast Track Designation to Inozyme Pharma’s INZ-701, a Treatment for Patients with ABCC6 Deficiency
The Fast Track designation for INZ-701 was based nonclinical pharmacology data and preliminary safety and efficacy data from the ongoing
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Carvykti Demonstrates Clinically Meaningful Improvement in Patients with Relapsed or Lenalidomide-Refractory Multiple Myeloma After One Line of Prior Therapy
Results of the Phase III CARTITUDE-4 study showed that treatment with Carvykti achieved a more significant improvement in overall survival
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PrimeRx Launches Digital Platform for Pharmacy Drug Ordering
The platform is similar to other recent digital platforms in that it is designed to reduce drug costs.
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Pharma Pulse 7/3/24: What to Know About New and Future ALZ Drugs, Bridging the Gap Between Innovation and Implementation & more
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Femasys Founder Discusses Femaseed Technology Designed to Support Infertility
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Kathy Lee-Sepsick, Founder, CEO, Femasys, offers a description of how
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Pharma Pulse 7/5/24: The Impact of FDA's Diversity Action Plan, Apple Poised to Get OpenAI Board Observer Role & more
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Pharma Pulse 7/4/24: Colder Temperatures May Worsen Asthma Symptoms, New FDA Approved ALZ Drug to Accelerate New Era of Treatment & more
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Michael J. Fox Foundation and Parkinson’s UK Award $5.2 Million to Mission Therapeutics for Research into Potential Parkinson’s Treatment
MTX325 is in Phase I trials and is believed to be able to modify the course of the disease.
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Moderna Awarded $176 Million from the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority to Expedite Development of mRNA-Based Influenza Vaccines
Funding from the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) is expected to support the late-stage development and licensure of
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Health In Tech Announces New Partnerships to Expand Health Insurance Options for Employers in Southern Ohio
The company announced that it has partnered with Adena Health and The Ohio State University Health Plan Solutions.
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FDA Approves Lilly’s Kisunla for the Treatment of Early Symptomatic Alzheimer’s Disease
Kisunla is the first amyloid plaque-targeting therapy that allows for stopping treatment upon plaque removal, company says.
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Robert A. Michael Becomes AbbVie CEO
As previously announced, Michael assumed the role on July 1.
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FDA Approves New Drug Application for Shorla Oncology’s Tepylute, a Ready-to-Dilute Formulation for the Treatment of Breast and Ovarian Cancer
Reportedly, the liquid formulation of Tepylute eliminates the need for complex and time-consuming reconstitution, providing consistent dosing accuracy and allowing
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Magnolia Medical Announces New Platform to Reduce Misdiagnosis of Sepsis
The platform utilizes standards set forth in a recently published document from the CDC.
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Pharma Pulse 6/28/24: Acupuncture Decreases Hot Flashes, The Benefits of Using AI in Data Management & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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Citius Pharmaceuticals Co-Founder and CEO Discusses the Recently Accepted Biologics License Application of Lymphir for the Treatment of Relapsed/Refractory CTCL
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Leonard Mazur, Co-founder, CEO, Citius Pharmaceuticals, offers an update on
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FDA Approves Verona’s Ohtuvayre for the Maintenance Treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Ohtuvayre is the first inhaled product with a novel mechanism of action for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease to be approved
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With CEO Turnover Rising to Record Levels, How Can Incoming, Existing Executives Build a Sustainable Role?
A Q&A with Russell Reynolds’ Global Lead of CEO & Executive Transition Practice, Ty Wiggins, PhD.
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CDC’s Advisory Committee Unanimously Recommends Vaxelis to Prevent Invasive Hemophilus Influenzae Type B in American Indian and Alaska Native Infants
The inclusion of Vaxelis in the CDC’s preferential recommendations is expected to influence vaccine administration strategies and public health policies
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UltraSight Announces Partnership with Butterfly Garden AI-Marketplace
UltraSight will join the AI marketplace.
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FDA Issues Complete Response Letter to Merck and Daiichi Sankyo for Patritumab Deruxtecan for Advanced, Metastatic EGFR-Mutated Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
The Complete Response Letter was issued as a result of inspection findings at a third-party manufacturing facility, unrelated to patritumab
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HCP Access Drops but Connected Field Engagement Breaks Through: Q&A with Dan Rizzo
Veeva’s vice president of global business consulting discusses recent trends in HCP access and how the pharma industry is reacting.
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FDA Accepts Otsuka and Lundbeck’s Supplemental New Drug Application for Brexpiprazole to Treat Adults with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Results from three randomized clinical trials show safety and efficacy of a brexpiprazole-sertraline combination in adult patients with post-traumatic stress
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Pharma Pulse 6/26/24: Empowering Women in Pharmacy, AI is Helping Scammers & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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Novo Nordisk to Invest $4.1 Billion in Expanding Manufacturing Capabilities in the United States
Investment is expected to fund a new fill and finish manufacturing facility to enhance production of injectable treatments for obesity
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PCF Insurance Expands National Presence with New Acquisitions
The insurance brokerage firm acquired company’s in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Mississippi, and Iowa.
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FDA Approves Harmony Biosciences’ Wakix to Treat Excessive Daytime Sleepiness in Pediatric Patients with Narcolepsy
Approval of Wakix marks the first time a non-scheduled treatment option for excessive daytime sleepiness has been approved for patients
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NABIP Launches 2025 Medicare and Medicare Advantage Compliance Certification
The online program is required for brokers and agents to sell Medicare Advantage Plans.
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Aidoc AI Software Used to Reduce Missed Follow Up Appointments
The company announced updates to its software to focus on this issue.
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Pharma Pulse 6/21/24: Improving Access to Trials Through Decentralization & Flexible Design, South Africa Runs Out of Insulin Pens & more
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Preventing Bias in AI: Q&A with Michael Armstrong
The CTO of Authenticx discusses preventing bias from becoming part of AI models.
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FDA Expands Approval of Sarepta Therapeutics’ Elevidys for the Treatment of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Expansion of Elevidys includes patients over the age of four years with Duchenne muscular dystrophy regardless of their ambulatory status.
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Phase III Trial Data Show Lenacapavir Demonstrated 100% Efficacy Preventing HIV in Cisgender Women
Results of the PURPOSE 1 trial indicated that a twice-yearly injection of lenacapavir outperformed the once-daily oral Truvada preventing HIV
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Novel Therapy Shows Significant Promise Slowing Parkinson Disease Progression
Data from an early phase trial published in Nature found that Parkinson disease patients treated with UB-312 experienced significant improvements
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Beyond the Numbers: Extrapolating Today’s Trends Forward
Q&A with Evaluate’s Paul Verdin digs deeper into the data-backed drivers likely to sway the future growth and jockeying of
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FDA Approves AbbVie’s Skyrizi for the Treatment of Adults with Moderate to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis
Approval of Skyrizi marks the first IL-23 specific inhibitor approved for both ulcerative colitis and Crohn disease of similar severity,
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Pharmaceutical Executive: June 2024 Issue (PDF)
Click the title above for a link to open the Pharmaceutical Executive June 2024 issue in an interactive PDF format.
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Imbruvica Demonstrates Long-Term Efficacy, Safety in First-Line Treatment of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Data presented at the European Hematology Association Congress indicated that patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia treated with Imbrivica had a
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Movano Health Announces Addition of Deep Learning Software to AI-Powered Heart Rate Monitoring Software
According to the company, the additional software makes it algorithm more accurate.
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Biopharma Leadership in Times of Transition
How pharma and biotech leaders can navigate today’s challenging landscape—focusing on revamped approaches in business operations, talent strategy and development,
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FDA Approves Farxiga to Improve Glycemic Control in Pediatric Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
AstraZeneca’s Farxiga has previously been approved by the FDA as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control
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Study Suggests Individuals Born Preterm Are More Likely to Have Lower Incomes in Adulthood
Investigators followed a group of people born from 1990-1996 to assess whether the association between preterm birth and income differs
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Weight Loss Drug Shortage Prompts Multiple Companies to Launch Shortage Tracking Platforms
Hypermedica and Ro announced platforms to help patients find access to affordable weight loss medications.
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The Healthcare System is Changing—So How Should We Respond?
What pharma needs to do to keep up with the rise in value-based care.
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What Crucial Skill Sets are Global Biopharmas Asking Premier Executive Recruitment Firms to Search for in Top Talent?
A Q&A with Egon Zehnder’s Sergio Della Zassa about what biopharma executives and search firms are looking for in terms
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FDA Approves GSK’s Arexvy to Prevent Respiratory Syncytial Virus in Adults Aged 50-59 with Increased Risk
Arexvy receives expanded indication to include adults aged 59 years and younger to prevent RSV lower respiratory tract disease.
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Independence Blue Cross and Benefits Data Trust Partner to Increase Participation in Public Benefits Programs
The partnership is described as the first of its kind.
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Bulevirtide Combination Therapy Shows Efficacy Achieving Undetectable Compensated Chronic Hepatitis Delta Virus RNA
Data published in the New England Journal of Medicine from Gilead’s Phase IIb MYR204 found the bulevirtide/ pegylated interferon alfa-2a
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How ChatGPT Enterprise Changed Moderna's Use
In this part of his Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Brice Challamel, Vice President, AI Products & Platforms, Moderna, discusses their
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Pharma Pulse 6/7/24: How Much Does a Day of Delay Really Cost? BranchLab Launches Privacy-Safe Healthcare Advertising Solution & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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Evolution Optiks Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for LFR-260 as the First Light Field Powered Subjective Tele-Fractor
According to the manufacturer, the LFR-260 features advanced technology that allows patients to compare multiple prescriptions simultaneously, eliminating the need
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FDA Approves Geron Corporation’s Rytelo to Treat Adults with Lower-Risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Approval of Rytelo could provide patients with lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes with extended periods without the need for red blood cell
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Deerfield Agency Acquires Embedded, Launches New Life Sciences Marketing Brand
The new agency will operate under the name Deerfield Group, and will also include Verge Scientific Communications.
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Pharm Exec Exclusive: Mark Cuban Talks Drug Pricing
Now more than two years into launching his alternative and transparent drug payment model, the longtime entrepreneur, in an interview
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Pharma Pulse 6/6/24: 3 in 4 Americans Under 65 Concerned About Future of Medicare, The Future of BYOD Adoption & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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Johnson & Johnson Submits Supplemental New Drug Application to Expand Indication of Prezcobix for HIV-1 in Children at Least 6 Years Old
A similar application was also submitted to the EMA for the expanded use of Prezcobix to treat children aged 6
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Three Ways to Close the Urgent Talent Gap
The industry has struggled to recruit talent for years, and the challenge is only getting more difficult. Pharma companies need
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Sarclisa Combination Improves Progression-Free Survival in Patients with Newly Diagnosed Transplant-Ineligible Multiple Myeloma
Reportedly, data from the IMROZ study marks the first time an anti-CD38 monoclonal antibody combined with standard-of-care therapy has demonstrated
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Pharma Pulse 6/4/24: Google Rolls Back AI Search Feature, More GLP-1s are on Their Way & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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Phase III Trial Data Presented at ASCO Show Imfinzi Improves Survival in Limited-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer
Results of the ADRIATIC trial indicated that treatment with Imfinzi after standard-of-care concurrent chemoradiotherapy improves overall survival and progression-free survival
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ConcertAI Announces Predictive and Generative AI Platforms for Pharma Industry at ASCO 2024
The platforms are described as being first-in-category for the pharma industry.
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Managing Diversity: Q&A with Tom Harvey
Alkermes’ chief information officer discusses how he helped develop and build a welcoming workplace.
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Pharma Pulse 5/31/24: OpenAI Says Russia & China Used Its AI in Covert Campaigns, FDA Diversity-Related Documents for Clinical Trials & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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Virtual Therapeutics, Akili Interactive Strike Definitive Merger Agreement Seeking to Improve Mental Health Through Immersive Video Games
Under terms of the deal, Akili will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Virtual Therapeutics, with Akili shareholders receiving $0.4340
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Understanding the Impact of the Veradigm Network on Value-Based Healthcare Delivery
Understanding the Impact of the Veradigm Network on Value-Based Healthcare Delivery
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Scemblix Shows Improved Major Molecular Response Treating Newly Diagnosed Philadelphia Chromosome-Positive Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
Results of a Phase III trial indicated that Scemblix was more effective than standard-of-care tyrosine kinase inhibitors in treating newly
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Regeneron Global Program Head of Linvosoltamab Discusses the Potential for Linvosoltamab to Become a Frontline Treatment for Multiple Myeloma
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Karen Rodriguez-Lorenc, Global Program Head of Linvosoltamab, Regeneron talks about
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FDA Approves Tris Pharma’s Onyda XR, a Once-Daily, Extended-Release Oral Suspension for the Treatment of ADHD
Approval of Onyda XR marks the first liquid non-stimulant medication for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder to hit the market in the
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Pharma Pulse 5/30/24: Strategies for Conducting Strong, Efficient Peer Reviews of Papers, Smart Bandages Are on the Way & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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FDA Grants Priority Review to Keytruda Combination as a First-Line Treatment for Unresectable Advanced or Metastatic Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
Priority review designation for Keytruda is based on promising results from the Phase II/III IND.227/KEYNOTE-483 trial, which demonstrated improved overall
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Regeneron Global Program Head of Linvosoltamab Discusses Key Findings of a Phase I/II Trial in Multiple Myeloma
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Karen Rodriguez-Lorenc, Global Program Head of Linvosoltamab, Regeneron talks key
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Johnson & Johnson Acquires Numab’s Investigational Antibody for the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis
The acquisition of a novel therapy for atopic dermatitis includes an all-cash transaction totaling approximately $1.25 billion.
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The Case for Pharma, AI, and Israel: Q&A with Matti Gill
The CEO of AION Labs discusses both the new ways that AI is being implemented in drug development and why
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Express Scripts Announces New Independent Pharmacy Focused Strategy
The company is collaborating with CPESN USA to bring more services to customers at independent pharmacies across the country.
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Pharma Pulse 5/27/24: New Study on Physician Compensation, Overwork, and Shortage, Evolving Clinical Research & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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Pharma Pulse 5/23/24: Healthcare Services Immigrant Children Need the Most, GoodRx Offers Discounts on Fertility Treatments & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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Leveraging Pre-Approval Information Exchange to Accelerate Product Success, Patient Access: Q&A with Alvana Maliqi
Cencora’s associate director of value and access strategy for its commercialization strategy & access solutions division discusses the current state
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AstraZeneca, Nona Biosciences Strike Global License and Option Deal to Develop Monoclonal Antibodies for Tumor Targeted Therapies
Under terms of the agreement, Nona Biosciences is expected to receive an upfront payment of $19 million, with the potential
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Cityblock Health Announces Further Partnerships with Centene Corporation to Bring Value-Based Healthcare to Florida
Cityblock is partnering with Sunshine Health in Florida.
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Degron Therapeutics, Takeda Ink Exclusive License and Collaboration Agreement to Develop Molecule Degraders Targeting Multiple Indications
Joint venture expected to utilize Degron’s GlueXplorer platform to identify, validate, and optimize molecular glue degraders.
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Pharma Pulse 5/24/24: Counsel Patients on Nutrition and Following a Balanced Diet Complementary to GLP-1s, Neuralink’s First Brain-Implant Patient Stays Upbeat & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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FDA Approves Phase III Trial Protocol for Laekna’s LAE002 Plus LAE001 Combination for the Treatment of Prostate Cancer
Approval for the Phase III protocol of LAE002 Plus LAE001 come as a result of posiive Phase II data, which
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Using an Omnichannel Approach for a Successful Product Launch: Q&A with Ryan Quigley
Inizio’s chief operations officer discusses how pharmaceutical companies are tailoring their product launch strategies to meet the diverse needs of
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US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: Improving Health Policy After the 2024 Election
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Robert Zirkelback, Chief Public Affairs Officer, Head of Strategic Initiatives,
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Pharma Pulse 5/22/24: Effects of the FTC's Repeal of Non-Competes on Pharma Industry, Does Legalizing Cannabis Increase Adolescent Use? & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Through the Eyes of the FDA Part II
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Tala Fakhouri, at Financial Times’ US Pharma and Biotech Summit,
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US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: Solving Drug Pricing
Experts discuss how attempts to solve the drug pricing problem in the US are working.
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What are the alternatives to a Torch Disposable?
alternatives to a Torch Disposable A Torch Disposable stands out in the vaping world for its comfortable form factor, good
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US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: The 2024 Presidential Election and the Pharma Industry
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Robert Zirkelback, Chief Public Affairs Officer, Head of Strategic Initiatives,
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US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: The Impact of the Presidential Election
Experts discuss how the upcoming election is impacting the pharma industry, and how either party’s victory could change the landscape
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With Layoffs Continuing in 2024 and Employees Paralyzed by Fear for Their Jobs, How Can Leaders Address Crucial Real Problems?
A Q&A with Professor Frances Frei of the Harvard Business School, who discusses how leaders create the conditions for organizations
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FDA Grants Accelerated Approval to Amgen’s Imdelltra for the Treatment of Adults with Extensive-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer
Imdelltra (tarlatamab-dlle) is the first T-cell engager therapy approved for extensive stage small cell lung cancer.
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US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: When FDA Needs to Regulate AI
Tala Fakhouri spoke at the conference about FDA’s approach to determining when it even needs to regulate the usage of
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US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: Getting Pharma Ready for Generation Alpha
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Carmen Villar, VP, ESG & Corporate Citizenship, Gilead Scienes discusses
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US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: A Biotech Industry Overview
KOLs in the sector examine the current dealmaking landscape, including the status of available capital.
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Pharma Pulse 5/17/24: AI & ML Through the Eyes of the FDA, Johnson & Johnson to Acquire Proteologix & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Through the Eyes of the FDA
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy at Financial Times’ US Pharma and Biotech Summit, Tala Fakhouri,
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EmpiRx Announces New AI-Powered Platform as Part of Push to Change PBMs
The platform will use AI technology to provide pharmacists with more tools.
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Novo Holdings Acquires Majority Share of Single Use Support to Expand Life Science Tools, Diagnostics Portfolio
Novo Holdings is expected to acquire 60% of Single Use Support, with the remaining shares being held by Danaher and
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Leveraging Lessons from Commercialization and Distribution of Rare Products for Cell and Gene Therapy
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Melissa Lattanzi, VP, Emerging Therapies, Cencora discusses ways that cell
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Pharmaceutical Executive: May 2024 Issue (PDF)
Click the title above for a link to open the Pharmaceutical Executive May 2024 issue in an interactive PDF format.
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Cencora VP of Emerging Therapies Talks Innovative Order-to-Cash Solutions for Cell and Gene Therapies
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Melissa Melissa Lattanzi, VP, Emerging Therapies, Cencora discusses the process
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Today’s New Messaging Mix: The State of Pharma Marketing in 2024
Industry experts, in a roundtable discussion, explore the evolution of brand engagement in the age of AI, including the growing
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Study Demonstrates Potential of Psilocybin as an Antidepressant Compared with Non-Psychoactive Drugs
Study findings indicated that psilocybin can reduce the symptoms of depression, with response and remission rates showing significant support.
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Improving the US Supply Chain for Better Patient Outcomes
Improving the US Supply Chain for Better Patient Outcomes
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Yvonne Greenstreet: Answering the Call
From Big Pharma to biotech—and a globe-spanning journey along the way—Yvonne Greenstreet, this year’s Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association Woman of the
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Addressing Unmet Needs with LP-284 for Relapsed/Refractory Lymphomas and Solid Tumors
In this Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Panna Sharma, CEO, Lantern Pharma, discusses how LP-284 uniquely addresses unmet needs compared to
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Biotech’s Road to Recovery Takes a Wobbly Turn
Now-unclear timing on rate cuts puts onus back on fundamentals.
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Avoiding the Digital Age is Hurting Research Efforts
A greater shift from paper records and physical assets is achievable.
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Pharma Pulse 5/10/24: Medicare Advantage, Racing Along, Hits Some Speed Bumps, Anti-Obesity Drugs Global Strategic Business Report & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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Flagship Pioneering, Metaphore Biotechnologies Strike Deal with Novo Nordisk to Develop High-End Obesity Treatments
The collaboration is a part of a broader strategy to combat cardiometabolic and rare diseases.
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Michael Jordan and Novant Health Open New Facility in Basketball Player’s Hometown
The new care center will offer primary care services to uninsured and underinsured patients in the Wilmington, North Carolina, area.
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Assessing LP-284 with RADR for NHL and Other Targeted Cancers
In this Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Panna Sharma, CEO, Lantern Pharma, explains which specific endpoints they’ll be looking at in
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Pharma Pulse 5/8/24: 5 Facts You Should Know About HIV PrEP, OpenAI Releases ‘Deepfake’ Detector & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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AstraZeneca Finalizes Equity Investment, Research Collaboration with Cellectis
Joint venture aims to develop up to 10 new cell and gene therapy products targeting areas with high unmet medical
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Pharma Pulse 5/7/24: Challenges With Feasibility Studies, AI Has ‘Enormous Potential for Harm’ & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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FDA Approves Azurity Pharmaceuticals’ Myhibbin as an Oral Suspension for Organ Transplant Recipients
Myhibbin is reportedly the first FDA-approved liquid formulation of mycophenolate, a key immunosuppressant used to prevent organ rejection in transplant
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NJ Doctor Becomes First In State to Use PathKeeper Surgical Navigation System on Patient
Dr. Lewis used the AI-powered device on a patient with severe lumbar stenosis.
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Poseida Therapeutics Enters into Partnership with Astellas Subsidiary Xyphos
The two companies will work together to develop gene therapies in oncology.
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FDA Grants Fast Track Designation to Amolyt Pharma’s Eneboparatide to Treat Hypoparathyroidism
Currently in Phase III of clinical trials, eneboparatide has shown promise in normalizing key calcium levels and improving bone health
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Novartis Set to Acquire Mariana Oncology to Enhance Radioligand Therapy Pipeline
Deal includes a number of radioligand therapies targeting solid tumors, such as breast, prostate, and lung cancers.
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Pricing Climate Impacting Commercial Considerations
In this Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Jesse Mendelsohn, senior vice president at Model N, talks about the influence of Medicare
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Cencora VP of Emerging Therapies Discusses Cell & Gene Therapy Distribution Strategies
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Melissa Lattanzi, VP, Emerging Therapies, Cencora, offers a synopsis on
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Pharma Pulse 5/3/24: Wegovy Sales More Than Double, The Effects of the IRA & more
Pharma Pulse 5/3/24: Wegovy Sales More Than Double, The Effects of the IRA & more
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Walgreens, Boehringer Ingelheim Agree to Collaboration on Enhancing Clinical Trial Diversity
Partnership expected to utilize Walgreens’ pharmacies as recruitment and trial sites for a clinical study regarding obesity, weight issues, and
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How Diverse Skills Can Drive Success in Biotech
In this Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Chris Martin, Chief Commercial Officer, Verona Pharma, discusses which skills or experiences he thinks
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FDA Approves High Concentration, Citrate-Free Version of Cyltezo, Boehringer Ingelheim’s Humira Biosimilar for Chronic Inflammatory Diseases
New formulation of Cyltezo aims to complement the existing low-concentration formulation and offer more treatment options for various chronic inflammatory
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Why Early Communication is Crucial for a Successful Drug Launch
In this Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Chris Martin, Chief Commercial Officer, Verona Pharma, discusses specific advantages for a small biotech
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FDA Approves Abbott’s Dissolving Stent System for Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia in Arteries Below the Knee
Treatment marks the first dissolving stent approved in the United States for treating chronic limb-threatening ischemia in arteries below the
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Pharma, New York, and Investing: Q&A with Jennifer Hawks Bland
The CEO of NewYorkBIO discusses why investors continue to flock to New York in the life sciences industry.
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FDA Approves Aquestive Therapeutics’ Libervant for the Treatment of Seizure Clusters in Children Aged 2 to 5 Years
Approval of Libervant marks the first orally administered rescue medication for this age group to be cleared by the FDA
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Exploring Luma & Luma Lab Connect
In this Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Kalim Saliba, Chief Product Officer, Dotmatics discusses their Luma platform, Luma Lab Connect, and
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Solving the First Mile Problem: Q&A with Mark Melton
Melton, customer advocacy executive at Magnolia, discusses how new technologies can be used to ensure data is accurate.
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Going Beyond Visuals to Connect with Diverse Audiences
In this Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Amanda Powers-Han, Chief Marketing Officer, Greater Than One, discusses what other tactics healthcare marketers
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FDA Approves Pfizer’s Beqvez for the Treatment of Adults with Moderate to Severe Hemophilia B
Beqvez, a one-time gene therapy, offers hope to patients with moderate to severe hemophilia B who use regular factor IX
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FDA Approves Label Update for Gilead’s Biktarvy to Include Pregnant Adults With HIV
Approval update comes as a result of findings from Study 5310, which addressed Biktarvy’s pharmacokinetics, safety, and efficacy during pregnancy
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Coya Therapeutics CEO Discusses Company's Treatment Pipeline
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Howard Berman, Chairman, CEO, Coya Therapeutics offers a look at
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CVS Health Announces New Work Force Development and Community Center in Louisiana
The center will offer local residents with opportunities and training to enter the pharmacy work force.
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Novartis, Medicines for Malaria Venture Release Positive Results from Phase II/III Trial of Coartem for Infants with Malaria
Companies reported that the new formulation of Coartem met required pharmacokinetic profiles and displayed promising efficacy and safety treating malaria
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Pharma Pulse 4/25/24: Meta’s AI Assistant Can’t Be Trusted, Remote Patient Monitoring Analysis Report 2024 & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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Coya Therapeutics CEO Discusses Next Steps Amid Positive Results from Coya 302 Trial for ALS Treatment
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Howard Berman, Chairman, CEO, Coya Therapeutics offers a preview on
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Pharma Pulse 4/24/24: 5 Things You Should Know About Women's Health, Microsoft Makes Push Into Smaller AI Systems & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
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FDA Approves Novartis' Lutathera for Pediatric Patients with Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors
Lutathera is the first FDA-approved treatment for younger patients with somatostatin receptor-positive gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors.
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LabConnect Agrees to Acquire A4P Consulting
LabConnect will utilize the consulting firm’s assets to improve its clinical trial services.
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Current State of the Pharma Sales and Marketing Sales Force
Industry executives dive into trends like utilizing AI and influencers for content creation, personalizing messages to the patient, combatting the
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