Disrupt Podcast #37: Ryan Iwamoto of 24 Hour Home Care
The 37th episode of our podcast, Disrupt, is now available! In 2008 — amid the last recession — Ryan Iwamoto and his co-founders started Los […]
Month: October 2020
What Hospitals Should Know About the Ryuk Ransomware Threat
U.S. government agencies have warned hospitals to brace for an “increased and imminent” wave of ransomware cyberattacks that could compromise patient care and expose personal […]
The Landscape of Medicaid Demonstration Waivers Ahead of the 2020 Election
As the Trump administration reaches the end of its first term, this issue brief considers the landscape of approved and pending Section 1115 Medicaid demonstration […]
Why state mask stockpiling orders are hurting nursing homes, small providers
Nursing homes, small physician offices and rural clinics are being left behind in the rush for N95 masks and other protective gear, exposing some of […]
Novel non-opioid postsurgical pain implant launched
Approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in August 2020, XARACOLL is a non-injectable, drug-device combination. The fully bioresorbable collagen implant contains bupivacaine hydrochloride, […]
Microsoft: Threat Actors Exploiting Unpatched Windows Zerologon Flaw
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On virus, Trump and health advisers go their separate ways
A multi-state coronavirus surge in the countdown to Election Day has exposed a clear split between President Donald Trump’s bullish embrace of a return to normalcy and urgent public […]
Lab tests show risks of using CRISPR gene editing on embryos
A lab experiment aimed at fixing defective DNA in human embryos shows what can go wrong with this type of gene editing. In more than […]
Burnout: The Experience of Women In Medicine During COVID-19
Burnout: The Experience of Women In Medicine During COVID-19 Women in medicine are faced with heightened demands and lower than normal resources during the COVID […]
Utah epidemiologist’s home address leaked online for protest
Anti-mask protesters stood in front of the home of Utah epidemiologist Dr. Angela Dunn on Thursday evening after her personal information was leaked online.
Insights+: COVID-19 Healthcare News Monthly Updates – October 2020
Our planet is facing a major pandemic outbreak due to COVID-19 and health agencies are taking every measure to stop it. The COVID-19 virus has […]
Optimus Drugs Pvt. Ltd-Walk-In Interviews for Production On 31st Oct’ 2020
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FDA approves first-in-human trial of COVID-19 vaccine candidate
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved OncoSec Medical Incorporated’s Investigational New Drug (IND) application for a first-in-human Phase I trial to evaluate […]
Cliantha Research -Openings for M.Sc/ B.Pharm/ M.Pharm for QA/ QC -Lab
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GSK and eosinophil research: the pharmaphorum podcast
GlaxoSmithKline’s Nucala (mepolizumab) last month became the first and only biologic treatment approved in the US for Hypereosinophilic Syndrome (HES). It’s part of the company’s […]
IQVIA: tap the right talent to lead digital transformation
In order to effectively handle collection and analysis of huge volumes of vital data, a leader from IQVIA advises bringing on people up to the […]
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Friday Links
Clinical trials going digital. JAMA return-to-play guidance. Would a COVID-19 vaccine produce larger health or economic benefits? Pros and cons of telemedicine. Are we there […]
PharmaShots Weekly Snapshot (Oct 26 – 30, 2020)
GSK’s Zejula (niraparib) Receives EC’s Approval as a Treatment in Advanced Ovarian Cancer Published: Oct 30, 2020 | Tags: Advanced, Approval, Cancer, EU, GSK, Niraparib, […]
2020-2025 Federal Health IT Strategic Plan is Now Available
Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the final 2020-2025 Federal Health IT Strategic Plan (the Plan). The Plan demonstrates the […]
Mammoth Lands 2 Major Partnerships to Use CRISPR to Solve COVID19 Testing Shortage, At Scale
What You Should Know: – Mammoth Biosciences signs agreements with MilliporeSigma and Hamilton company targeting commercialization of high-throughput CRISPR-based SARS CoV-2 Test. – These partnerships […]
Machine Learning Predicts Atrial Fibrillation Hospital Readmissions
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Election Issue Spotlight: “Junk” Insurance Makes a Pandemic Even Worse
By ROSEMARIE DAY and NIKO LEHMAN-WHITE One of the most important responsibilities of the American government is to protect its citizens from harmful industry practices, […]
Automation is key in cell and gene therapy manufacturing
The great opportunities of cell and gene therapy (CGT) are self-evident. Life sciences businesses can find a new purpose in a generation of products that […]
COVID-19 is threatening the UK’s medical research prowess, say charities
Medical research charities are urging the UK government to financially support charity-funded research to protect the UK’s position as a global leader in science. The […]
Explaining Health Care Reform: Questions About Health Insurance Subsidies
This brief describes health insurance subsidies available through the Affordable Care Act’s marketplaces, including premium subsidies that would be provided in the form of tax […]
Guest post: Recognizing National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Conversations and healthy debate about issues facing our industry and the health care system are critical to addressing some of today’s challenges and opportunities. The […]
FDC launches stronger versions of its generic Covid drug, Favipiravir, in India
These prescription-only drugs will be available at all retail medical outlets and hospital pharmacies across the country, from November 1, 2020, FDC said in a […]
Inteliquet: COVID-19 transforming oncology trial landscape
A leader from the cancer patient matching and analysis solutions firm discusses how and other forces are pushing innovation in the oncology research space.
Executive Order 13944 List of Essential Medicines, Medical Countermeasures, and Critical Inputs
In consultation with other federal partners, FDA has developed a list of drug and biological product essential medicines, drug, biological product, and device medical countermeasures, […]
Despite worsening pandemic, UHS Q3 profit more than doubles
The hospital chain’s volumes continue to face downward pressure while the system is caring for sicker patients compared to a year ago.
Novartis fills manufacturing gap for CAR-T therapy Kymriah with first Asian production facility
Novartis fills manufacturing gap for CAR-T therapy Kymriah with first Asian production facility kblankenship Fri, 10/30/2020 – 08:43
AstraZenca Expands Supply Agreement with Cheplapharm for Atacand (candesartan cilexetil) and Atacand Plus (candesartan cilexetil + hydrochlorothiazide) to Cheplapharm
Shots: Cheplapharm to pay AstraZeneca a total of $400M non-contingent consideration, present value recognised as other operating income upon completion of the transaction, anticipated during […]
US hits daily record of nearly 90K coronavirus cases, experts warn of upcoming death rate spike
The United States on Thursday hit a new record for a single-day increase in coronavirus infections with nearly 90,000 new cases reported, according to data […]
A third of doctors have received abuse from patients during the pandemic
One in three doctors have experienced verbal or physical abuse from patients or patients’ relatives during the COVID-19 pandemic, a survey has found.
GPs forced to cover non-clinical staff as illness and fatigue hit workforce
GPs have been forced to cover for practice managers and other non-clinical staff as absences add to growing workload challenges facing surgeries in the second […]
CRAACO event unites clinical research and care
This year the conference brings its content, focused on the intersection of clinical research and patient care, from the real world to the virtual one.
The Simple Rule That Could Keep COVID-19 Deaths Down
Editor’s Note: The Atlantic is making vital coverage of the coronavirus available to all readers. Find the collection here. During the first COVID-19 surge of […]
The Best Time to Get COVID-19
During the first COVID-19 surge of the spring, the mantra was “Flatten to curve”—to buy time, using every tool available. Seven months later, it’s possible […]
GSK’s Zejula (niraparib) Receives EC’s Approval as a Treatment in Advanced Ovarian Cancer
Shots: The approval is based on PRIMA study assessing Zejula (300mg qd), later amended to incorporate an individualised starting dose of Zejula (200 mg or […]
Price cut leads NICE to back Novo Nordisk’s obesity drug Saxenda
Novo Nordisk’s Saxenda has been recommended by NICE as a treatment for obesity, ending a 10-year drought in new drug therapies for weight management. The […]
ANGLE raises £20m, eyes opportunity in immunotherapy trials
Liquid biopsy company ANGLE has raised £20m through a conditional placing on the London Stock Exchange which will be used to expand commercial opportunities. ANGLE’s […]
Moderna banks $1.1bn in COVID-19 vaccine deposits, signs Japan supply deal
Moderna is still preparing for the launch of its COVID-19 vaccine mRNA-1273 – assuming phase 3 trials go to plan – but has already received […]
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Moistop Enterprises Pvt. Ltd-Walk-In Interview for Freshers & Experienced On 31st Oct’ & 2nd Nov’ 2020
Moistop Enterprises Pvt. Ltd-Walk-In Interview for Freshers & Experienced On 31st Oct’ & 2nd Nov’ 2020 Moistop Enterprises Pvt. Ltd-Walk-In Interview for Freshers & Experienced […]
Torrent Pharma Ltd-Openings for Analytical Research & Development-Apply Now
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AbbVie Reports Results of SKYRIZI (risankizumab) in P-III LIMMitless Study in Patients with Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis
Shots: The P-III LIMMitless study is designed to evaluate the long-term safety & efficacy assessing risankizumab (150 mg q12wks.) continuous risankizumab with a loading dose […]
Mission Bio Launches Single-Cell Multi-Omics System for Precision Cancer Therapies
What You Should Know: – Mission Bio launches industry’s first and only single-cell multi-omics platform, is announcing the launch of its most comprehensive instrument to-date, […]
Ipsen’s UK MD on adapting business to COVID-19
Since entering the pharmaceutical industry as a graduate trainee in the late 1990s, Asad Mohsin Ali’s career has taken him across the business from Novartis, […]
FiercePharmaAsia—Takeda-Moderna COVID vaccine deal; CStone-EQRx PD-1/L1 pact; Korea flu shot woe
FiercePharmaAsia—Takeda-Moderna COVID vaccine deal; CStone-EQRx PD-1/L1 pact; Korea flu shot woe aliu Fri, 10/30/2020 – 05:16
‘It’s Science, Stupid’: A School Subject Emerges as a Hot-Button Political Issue
At the top of Dr. Hiral Tipirneni’s to-do list if she wins her congressional race: work with other elected officials to encourage mask mandates and […]
KHN on the Air This Week
KHN chief Washington correspondent Julie Rovner discussed the current surge in COVID-19 cases, health policy in the election and the Affordable Care Act case before […]
If They Sweep on Election Day, Dems Still Face a Challenge Meeting Health Promises
Democrats are favored to win both chambers of Congress after years of campaign-trail promises about health care. But with a pandemic, a more conservative Supreme […]
A $200 Debit Card Won’t Do Much for Seniors’ Drug Costs
If they’ve been listening to President Donald Trump, seniors may be expecting a $200 debit card in the mail any day now to help them […]
Why State Mask Stockpiling Orders Are Hurting Nursing Homes, Small Providers
Nursing homes, small physician offices and rural clinics are being left behind in the rush for N95 masks and other protective gear, exposing some of […]
Democrats Link GOP Challengers to Trump’s COVID Record, Efforts to Undo Obamacare
In a tweet to his 78,000 followers Sunday, U.S. Rep. Harley Rouda, a Democrat from Orange County, California, described his Republican opponent Michelle Steel’s attendance […]
Haiku Winner Unmasked! Read If You Dare
A big thanks to our readers who participated in our second annual KHN Halloween Haiku Contest. Your entries — like our health care system — […]
Sanofi Entered into an Agreement with Merck to Conduct a P-II Study of THOR-707 in Sequenced Administration with MSD’s KEYTRUDA® (pembrolizumab) in Patients with Various Cancers
Shots: Sanofi will sponsor the clinical trials while MSD will provide KEYTRUDA. Additionally, Sanofi is separately evaluating the activity of THOR-707 in combination with other […]
Blood test more predictive of ovarian cancer than ‘previously thought’
Findings come from new research funded by Cancer Research UK and NIHR
AZ’s Fasenra hits the mark in phase IIIb asthma trial
Drug significantly eliminated oral corticosteroid (OCS) in OCS-dependent asthma patients
UK biotech consortium identifies COVID-19 antibody combinations
The UK BIA Antibody Taskforce is set to take combinations into further development as a cocktail
AstraZenca Reports Results of Fasenra (benralizumab) in P-lllb PONENTE Trial for Asthma
Shots: It is based on P-lllb PONENTE trial assessing Fasenra (benralizumab, 30mg) in adult patients with severe Asthma on high-dose ICS + LABA and long-term […]
Free online training for psychosocial risk assessment
30/10/2020 Free online training for psychosocial risk assessment Psychosocial risk assessment (PRA) is a legal requirement and a complicated process faced by companies that want […]
Bharat Generics
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Gilead’s COVID-19 drug is mediocre. It will be a blockbuster anyway.
The company said that by December, it expected to have produced enough drug to treat 2 million patients and that it was studying an inhaled […]
Roche’s Tecentriq in Combination with Avastin Receives China NMPA’s Approval for the Treatment of Unresectable Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Shots: The approval was based on the P-III IMbrave150 study (n=501) assessing the combination of Tecentriq (1200 mg, IV) and Avastin (15 mg/kg, IV) or […]
Health Technology Assessment of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Initiative
We have begun a Health Technology Assessment process for all products currently subsidised under the Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Initiative.
Valcret Lifesciences
Valcret Life Sciences Address :Plot No- 476, Phase-1, Industrial Area, Panchkula, 134113, Haryana, India We offer Pharma Franchise and Pharma PCD for Our pharmaceutical […]
The Oncology Care Model is dead. Long Live the Oncology Care First Model.
The Oncology Care Model is slated to end soon. Specifically, the last set of six-month episodes would initiate no later than December 31, 2020 and […]
Isolation heightening teens’ image anxieties
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CRISPR Housekeeping
By Kevin E. Noonan — Since the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) rendered its decisions on Motions in Interference No. 106,115, Senior Party The […]
Medicare, Medicaid will cover costs of future COVID-19 vaccine under new policy
Medicare, Medicaid will cover costs of future COVID-19 vaccine under new policy Wed, 10/28/2020 – 20:00 cbaker_admin Fri, 10/30/2020 – 00:30 In an official announcement […]
U.S. reaches $375 million deal for Lilly COVID-19 antibody drug
U.S. reaches $375 million deal for Lilly COVID-19 antibody drug Wed, 10/28/2020 – 20:00 cbaker_admin Fri, 10/30/2020 – 00:30 Eli Lilly & Co. says it […]
Sunstar Americas Inc. issues recall of chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse USP, 0.12% due to microbial contamination
Sunstar Americas Inc. issues recall of chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse USP, 0.12% due to microbial contamination Wed, 10/28/2020 – 20:00 cbaker_admin Fri, 10/30/2020 – 00:30 […]
Ticagrelor vs. clopidogrel and adverse events in patients with acute coronary syndrome undergoing PCI
Ticagrelor vs. clopidogrel and adverse events in patients with acute coronary syndrome undergoing PCI Wed, 10/28/2020 – 20:00 cbaker_admin Fri, 10/30/2020 – 00:30 Ticagrelor is […]
Somatic mutations in UBA1 and severe adult-onset autoinflammatory disease
Somatic mutations in UBA1 and severe adult-onset autoinflammatory disease Wed, 10/28/2020 – 20:00 cbaker_admin Fri, 10/30/2020 – 00:30 A study partially funded by NIH examined […]
Kroger Health launches COVID-19 rapid antibody testing at pharmacy locations
Kroger Health launches COVID-19 rapid antibody testing at pharmacy locations Wed, 10/28/2020 – 20:00 cbaker_admin Fri, 10/30/2020 – 00:30 Kroger Health announced Wednesday the launch […]
CVS pharmacies in Philadelphia closed early Wednesday after 20 stores damaged during looting
CVS pharmacies in Philadelphia closed early Wednesday after 20 stores damaged during looting Wed, 10/28/2020 – 20:00 cbaker_admin Fri, 10/30/2020 – 00:30 Civil unrest in […]
Medical crowdfunding in U.S. is much likelier to be for routine care
Medical crowdfunding in U.S. is much likelier to be for routine care Wed, 10/28/2020 – 20:00 cbaker_admin Fri, 10/30/2020 – 00:30 New research indicates that […]
Stop & Shop offers free virtual education series for National Diabetes Awareness Month
Stop & Shop offers free virtual education series for National Diabetes Awareness Month Wed, 10/28/2020 – 20:00 cbaker_admin Fri, 10/30/2020 – 00:30 Stop & Shop […]
Oregon, Washington, and Nevada join California to vet COVID-19 vaccine
Oregon, Washington, and Nevada join California to vet COVID-19 vaccine Wed, 10/28/2020 – 20:00 cbaker_admin Fri, 10/30/2020 – 00:30 The states of Washington, Nevada, and […]
Opinion: I’m the FDA point person on COVID-19 vaccines. We’ll make sure they’re safe and effective.
Opinion: I’m the FDA point person on COVID-19 vaccines. We’ll make sure they’re safe and effective. Wed, 10/28/2020 – 20:00 cbaker_admin Fri, 10/30/2020 – 00:30 […]
FDA approves fewer generics in FY2020, ending record streak
FDA approves fewer generics in FY2020, ending record streak Wed, 10/28/2020 – 20:00 cbaker_admin Fri, 10/30/2020 – 00:30 After 4 consecutive years of posting record […]
Virchow Biotech Pvt. Ltd-Requirements for Production (Sterile)-Apply Now
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