Month: December 2020
As new coronavirus strain detected in three states, vaccines fall short
A new variant of SARS-Cov-2 thought to be more transmissible was discovered in Colorado’s eastern plains and San Diego, California. At the same time, federal […]
As new coronavirus strain detected in two states, vaccines fall short
A new variant of SARS-Cov-2 thought to be more transmissible was discovered in Colorado’s eastern plains and San Diego, California. At the same time, federal […]
US debates whether UK approach is better on COVID vaccinations
A new approach to COVID-19 vaccination just adopted in the United Kingdom is gaining traction in America, but is dividing public health experts. In an effort […]
Advocate Aurora Health defends COVID-19 vaccine security after ‘bad actor’ spoils doses
Health leaders at the Wisconsin system, where an individual removed coronavirus vaccine from cold storage, remained confident that no additional security measures were required to […]
Israel says it has vaccinated 7 percent of its population
Israeli officials announced the country has immunized seven percent of its population against COVID-19 — nearly 647,000 people, and more than any other country, according […]
Video: The Healthy Nurse Who Died at 40 on the COVID Frontline: ‘She Was the Best Mom I Ever Had’
Yolanda Coar was 40 when she died of COVID-19 in August 2020 in Augusta, Georgia. She was also a nurse manager, and one of nearly […]
CMS watchdog suggests targeted approach for hospital wage index increase
HHS’ Office of Inspector General encouraged CMS to take a more targeted approach in its efforts to help hospitals boost employee wages.
Report: Covid-19 hospitalizations spiked amid falling operating margins in November
The financial futures of U.S. hospitals remain shaky, as Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations surge with alarming speed nationwide. Though vaccines are being distributed, the coming […]
The Pandemic Metric to Trust Right Now
Editor’s Note: The Atlantic is making vital coverage of the coronavirus available to all readers. Find the collection here. On weekends, some of the people […]
Traditional Ghanaian medicines show promise against tropical diseases
The discovery of new drugs is vital to achieving the eradication of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Africa and around the world. Now, researchers have […]
Race to vaccinate millions in US off to slow, messy start
Overworked, underfunded state public health departments are scrambling to patch together plans for administering vaccines. Counties and hospitals have taken different approaches, leading to long […]
Hospital CEO’s response to Black doctor’s COVID-19 death sparks outrage
The CEO of an Indiana hospital is facing backlash over a statement about the death of Black doctor Susan Moore, who died of COVID-19 at […]
New virtual screening strategy identifies existing drug that inhibits COVID-19 virus
A novel computational drug screening strategy combined with lab experiments suggest that pralatrexate, a chemotherapy medication originally developed to treat lymphoma, could potentially be repurposed […]
Fauci calls COVID-19 vaccine rollout ‘disappointing’
Anthony Fauci, the nation’s leading infectious diseases expert, on Thursday said the coronavirus vaccine rollout hasn’t gone as he expected.”We would have liked to have […]
India can expect a Happy New Year with Covid vaccines in hand: CDSCO, DG
Somani’s statement on Thursday comes on the day Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is making preparations for the largest adult immunisation programme in the […]
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UK tells residents to stay home for New Year’s Eve celebrations as coronavirus surges
The British government is ramping up its COVID-19 warnings by telling residents to celebrate New Year’s Eve at home to avoid the spread of the virus […]
2020’s Top 20 Digital Health M&A Deals Totaled $50B
Teladoc Health and Livongo Merge The combination of Teladoc Health and Livongo creates a global leader in consumer-centered virtual care. The combined company is positioned […]
USV Pvt. Ltd- Walk-Ins for Multiple Positions On 2nd January 2021
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Boston Doctor Develops Severe Allergic Reaction After Getting Moderna Vaccine
The patient, who has a severe shellfish allergy, recovered quickly with treatment. Until now, reports of severe reactions had been linked to the Pfizer vaccine.
CIO: 3 Rules for Meeting ONC/CMS Interoperability, While Improving Cybersecurity
Scott Galbari, CTO, Lyniate Drew Ivan, Chief Product and Strategy Officer, Lyniate Healthcare data security has been a growing concern for CIOs for the last […]
They were experts in viruses, and now in pitfalls of fame
For better or worse, the coronavirus pandemic thrust virologists, epidemiologists and other normally low-profile scientists into the pop culture crucible.
Emotet Malware Returns with 100K Daily Emails, New Evasion Tactics
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America Has Not Fixed Its Deadliest Pandemic Errors
As the pandemic enters its second year, the coronavirus has remade everyday life in the United States. More than 19 million Americans have been diagnosed […]
5 trends that will shape healthcare in 2021
If there is any lesson to be drawn from 2020, it’s that making predictions for the year ahead is an act of hubris. Despite that, […]
Appeals Court: Oregon hospital leaders disobeyed court orders
The Oregon Court of Appeals has affirmed that Oregon State Hospital leaders “willfully” violated court orders when they did not promptly admit a criminal defendant […]
De Blasio says New York City on pace to hit one million vaccinations by end of January
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) said that he hopes to have a million people in the city vaccinated by the end of next month in […]
Venezuela signs contract to acquire doses of Russian coronavirus vaccine
Venezuela signed a contract to acquire doses of Russia’s Sputnik V vaccine, Reuters reported on Tuesday. The country will acquire enough doses to inoculate 10 […]
Police investigate deliberate spoiling of 500 vaccine doses at Advocate Aurora
Aurora Medical Center initially believed the doses were accidentally left out unrefrigerated overnight by an employee. Now Advocate Aurora says they appear to have been […]
Police investigate deliberate spoiling of 500 vaccine doses
Aurora Medical Center initially believed the doses were accidentally left out unrefrigerated overnight by an employee. Now the health system says they appear to have […]
Machine Learning Tool Can Detect Changes in Serotonin Levels
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Insights+: COVID-19 Healthcare News Monthly Updates – December 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 […]
PharmaShots Weekly Snapshots (Dec 28- 31, 2020)
Sinopharm’s COVID-19 Vaccine Demonstrates 79% Efficacy in P-III Study Published: Dec 30, 2020 | Tags: COVID-19, Interim Analysis, New Coronavirus Inactivated Vaccine, P-lll Study, reports, […]
Goodbye, 2020. Hello, 2030
By KIM BELLARD 2020 is almost over; thank goodness. It has been one of the strangest, and longest, years most of us have ever endured. […]
New physicians short on opportunities to practice value-based care
Medical students and residents are increasingly learning about value-based care. But aspiring physicians don’t have enough opportunity to put that knowledge to work.
Aurobindo Pharma Ltd-Walk-In Interviews for Production/ Packing On 9th & 10th Jan’ 2021
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PharmaShots’ Most Read News of 2020
“Lockdown’ declared Collins Dictionary word of the year. The year 2020, well known as COVID-19 year has been a busy year for global pharma and […]
White House testing czar: ‘We need to be doing a better job’ in rolling out coronavirus vaccine
The White House’s testing czar on Wednesday said the administration needs to do a “better job” rolling out the coronavirus vaccine as the government faces […]
Incyte Collaborates with Cellenkos for CK0804 to Treat Myelofibrosis
Shots: The companies collaborated to evaluate ruxolitinib in combination with CK0804 in patients with MF and plan to initiate a P-Ib study. Incyte will fund […]
Arsenic in Rice Milk, Rice Krispies, and Brown Rice Syrup
I recommend people switch away from using rice milk For kids and teens, the amount of arsenic flowing through their bodies was found to be […]
US sets daily coronavirus death record for second-straight day
As 2020 comes to an end, the United States broke the record for coronavirus deaths for the second consecutive day. The country reported at least 3,903 COVID-19 […]
GPs hit out at ‘grossly unfair’ plan to delay follow-up COVID-19 jabs
GPs have said plans to delay appointments for patients due to receive the second dose of the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in January are ‘grossly unfair’ […]
GPs hit out at ‘grossly unfair’ plan to delay follow-up COVID-19 jabs
GPs have said plans to delay appointments for patients due to receive the second dose of the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in January are ‘grossly unfair’ […]
Health Canada Accelerates the Review for AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 Vaccine
Shots: Health Canada expedite the review of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine after the vaccine received the UK’s MHRA approval for emergency use Following an agreement to […]
Biophore India -Walk-In Interviews for QA/ Production -API On 2nd Jan’ 2021
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Insurers lose multi-year lobbying fight over surprise medical bills
Health insurers were dealt a major blow this week when President Trump signed a year-end spending package that included legislation to protect patients from surprise […]
Sorrento Reports Submission of MAA to COFEPRIS for COVI-STIX Rapid Detection Test
Shots. The company has submitted MAA to COFEPRIS (the health regulatory authority for Mexico) for its COVI-STIX rapid diagnostic test to detect SARS-CoV-2 virus nucleocapsid […]
UK parliament backs EU trade deal, as industry sifts through detail
The post-Brexit trade deal agreed on Christmas Eve has been overwhelmingly backed by the UK parliament, providing some degree of stability – but also plenty […]
Improving cancer immunotherapy; Senseonics’ Eversense delayed; FDA acknowledges Alkermes’ Resubmission; 3D breast ultrasound improves diagnosis
Improving cancer immunotherapy by recovering a warning system Cancer cells, most of the time, develop tactics to elude the immune system. A research team that […]
The US FDA Grants EUA for Quanterix’s Simoa Semi-Quantitative SARS-CoV-2 IgG Antibody Test
Shots: The FDA has issued a EUA for Simoa Semi-Quantitative SARS-CoV-2 IgG Ab test and can be operated on Simoa HD-X Analyzer The test checks […]
Vertex Reports Health Canada’s Acceptance of Trikafta’s NDA for Priority Review to Treat Cystic Fibrosis
Shots: Vertex’ new drug submission for Trikafta has been accepted for Priority Review by Health Canada for the treatment of CF in people aged ≥12yrs. […]
Sinopharm’s COVID-19 Vaccine Demonstrates 79% Efficacy in P-III Study
Shots: The results of an interim analysis of P-III study showed that the safety of the new coronavirus inactivated vaccine after inoculation All patients produced […]
Sector by sector: are British firms ready for post-Brexit trade?
Analysis: From retail to aviation to pharmaceuticals, we look at what will change from 1 January After months of tortuous negotiations between the UK and […]
CVC Files Substantive Motion No. 3 (for Improper Inventorship) and Broad Opposes
By Kevin E. Noonan — Last fall the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, in Interference no. 106,115, granted leave to Junior Party The University of […]
Glenmark Pharma gets USFDA nod for erectile dysfunction treatment
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd has received final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for Tadalafil tablets USP in the strengths of 2.5 […]
New patent for Kala Pharms drug EYSUVIS
Annual Drug Patent Expirations for EYSUVIS Eysuvis is a drug marketed by Kala Pharms Inc and is included in one NDA. The generic ingredient in […]
New patent for Kala Pharms drug INVELTYS
Annual Drug Patent Expirations for INVELTYS Inveltys is a drug marketed by Kala Pharms Inc and is included in one NDA. There are eight patents […]
Which pharmaceutical companies have the most SPCs in Estonia?
This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most supplementary protection certificates (SPCs) in Estonia. SPCs are used in European Union and select others to […]
Macleods Pharma Ltd-Walk-In Interviews for QC/ Production/ Manufacturing/ Packing Dept. On 9th & 10th Jan’ 2021
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Aspiro Pharma Ltd-Walk-In Interviews for Freshers & Experienced -Production/ AR&D Dept. On 3rd Jan’ 2021
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Aurobindo Pharma Ltd-Walk-In Interviews for Production/ Packing/ QA/ QC Dept. On 3rd Jan’ 2021
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Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd-Openings for Experienced Tablet Packing Professional
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Hospitals try to cross cultural divides to build trust in COVID-19 vaccination
Hospitals and health systems are addressing the cultural needs of marginalized communities in order to establish stronger relationships and build greater trust in getting COVID-19 […]
First U.S. case of highly contagious coronavirus variant is found in Colorado
First U.S. case of highly contagious coronavirus variant is found in Colorado Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 12/30/2020 – 19:30 A highly contagious coronavirus […]
UK approves use of 2nd COVID-19 vaccine with easier storage
UK approves use of 2nd COVID-19 vaccine with easier storage Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 12/30/2020 – 19:30 The United Kingdom’s Department of Health […]
Small number of COVID patients develop severe psychotic symptoms
Small number of COVID patients develop severe psychotic symptoms Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 12/30/2020 – 19:30 Physicians in the United States and worldwide […]
Effect of digoxin vs. bisoprolol for heart rate control in AF on patient-reported quality of life
Effect of digoxin vs. bisoprolol for heart rate control in AF on patient-reported quality of life Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 12/30/2020 – 19:30 […]
Changes in seizure frequency and antiepileptic therapy during pregnancy
Changes in seizure frequency and antiepileptic therapy during pregnancy Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 12/30/2020 – 19:30 NIH sponsored the MONEAD clinical trial, which […]
Some states buck federal vaccine recommendations and prioritize older adults over essential workers
Some states buck federal vaccine recommendations and prioritize older adults over essential workers Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 12/30/2020 – 19:30 Some states, including […]
Pace of vaccinations falls short of estimates, prompting alerts
Pace of vaccinations falls short of estimates, prompting alerts Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 12/30/2020 – 19:30 It is unlikely that the Trump administration […]
Why a Michigan doctor is driving coronavirus vaccines from hospital to hospital in a Honda
Why a Michigan doctor is driving coronavirus vaccines from hospital to hospital in a Honda Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 12/30/2020 – 19:30 Roughly […]
Pharmacies play growing role in COVID-19 vaccinations
Pharmacies play growing role in COVID-19 vaccinations Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 12/30/2020 – 19:30 As of December 26, Giant Food pharmacies in Washington, […]
Comparison of opioids prescribed for patients at risk for opioid misuse before and after publication of CDC’s opioid prescribing guidelines
Comparison of opioids prescribed for patients at risk for opioid misuse before and after publication of CDC’s opioid prescribing guidelines Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin […]
Biden to use Defense Production Act for vaccine production
Biden to use Defense Production Act for vaccine production Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 12/30/2020 – 19:30 President-elect Joe Biden expects to use the […]
NACDS, coalition members urge Congress to push CMS on e-prescribing compliance
NACDS, coalition members urge Congress to push CMS on e-prescribing compliance Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 12/30/2020 – 19:30 The National Association of Chain […]
AstraZeneca vaccine likely won’t be authorized in US until April
The coronavirus vaccine developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University is not likely to be authorized for use in the U.S. until April, a top Trump […]
UK is first to authorize easy-to-handle AstraZeneca vaccine
Britain became the first country to authorize AstraZeneca’s inexpensive, easy-to-handle COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday.
PCNs to be paid after each COVID-19 vaccine dose as second jabs delayed
PCNs will now be paid after each dose of a COVID-19 vaccine is administered as second jabs are delayed to enable the NHS to vaccinate […]
PCNs to be paid after each COVID-19 vaccine dose as second jabs delayed
PCNs will now be paid after each dose of a COVID-19 vaccine is administered as second jabs are delayed to enable the NHS to vaccinate […]
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: December 30, 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
HHS says drugmakers must provide 340B discounts to contract pharmacies
HHS issued a legal opinion in support of covered entities.
More contagious coronavirus variant found in California, governor says
The more contagious variant of coronavirus has been found in Southern California, Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) said Wednesday. Newsom made the announcement at the beginning of […]
Hand Sanitizer Safety and Use Communication Toolkit
Use these FDA communication materials to help increase hand sanitizer safety. Materials include social media messages and graphics, consumer information, and health professional messaging.
Online healthcare community DXY raises $500M
The Tencent-backed company, which offers a community for clinicians in China and consumer-facing information, raised $500 million in funding.
Hospitals lose appeal to block CMS’ price transparency rule
A federal appeals court has ruled against hospital groups in their legal challenge to the CMS regulation that would require hospitals to make pricing information […]
Nursing home reps request COVID-19 vaccination priority as new strain hits U.S.
The first U.S. case of a new variant of COVID-19 was reported this week at a Colorado nursing home.
2020 at FDA: A Year of Unparalleled Contributions to Public Health
2020 has been a year like no other in recent memory for public health and FDA.
Centene buys specialty pharmaceutical provider PANTHERx
The acquisition by Centene represents the latest move by a payer to acquire a specialty pharmacy that dispenses high-cost drugs, all in an effort to […]
Health officials defend slow pace of coronavirus vaccinations
Trump administration officials on Wednesday expressed confidence in the distribution of coronavirus vaccines, even while acknowledging a substantial lag between the number of vaccines distributed […]
Vaccine Roundup, Late December
There’s been a lot of news, so it’s time to survey the vaccine landscape. For this post, I’m only going to cover the big players […]
Questions hang over UK’s rollout of Oxford/AstraZeneca jab
Analysis: regulator surprises by approving 12-week gap between first and second shots of vaccine as well as Pfizer/BioNTech shot Coronavirus – latest updates See all […]
FBI, HHS Alert to COVID-19 Vaccine Fraud Schemes Aimed at Data Theft
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Colorado investigating possible second case of coronavirus variant in National Guard members
Colorado is investigating a possible second case of a more contagious variant of coronavirus in the state, officials said Wednesday.Both the confirmed and possible cases […]
AstraZeneca, Oxford snare U.K. clearance for their COVID-19 vaccine
AstraZeneca, Oxford snare U.K. clearance for their COVID-19 vaccine fkansteiner Wed, 12/30/2020 – 13:28
30 Executives Share Top Healthcare Predictions & Trends to Watch in 2021
As we close out the year, we asked several healthcare executives to share their predictions and trends for 2021. Kimberly Powell, Vice President & General […]
‘Happy vaccine day’ at Welsh factory proudly preparing Oxford doses
Staff at Wockhardt in Wrexham buzzing at news of approval after working over Christmas Most of the sprawling industrial estate on the edge of Wrexham […]
Hetero -Walk-In Interviews for Freshers & Experienced -Production/ QC/ QA/ Warehouse Dept. On 3rd Jan’ 2021
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Annora Pharma Limited-Walk-In Drive for Freshers-Warehouse On 4th Jan’ 2021
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Providence hires first chief experience officer
Michelle Edwards, currently the senior vice president for advanced practice at CommonSpirit Health, starts as CXO of Providence Jan. 11.
How hospitals are building on COVID-19 telehealth momentum
Healthcare executives will have to focus on the patient experience, clinician training and resources, and payment challenges if they want to make telehealth a permanent […]
Potential new RX strategy for stroke
new research reports that a combination of a new drug and selected DHA derivatives is more effective in protecting brain cells and increasing recovery after […]
Biden criticizes pace of vaccine rollout, vows to accelerate
President-elect Joe Biden criticized the Trump administration Tuesday for the pace of distributing COVID-19 vaccines.
6 Mental Health & Teletherapy Predictions & Trends to Watch in 2021
The executive team at AbleTo, a technology-enabled provider of behavioral healthcare shares six mental health and teletherapy predictions and trends to watch in 2021. Trip […]
The Pandemic Is a Patchwork Again
Editor’s Note: The Atlantic is making vital coverage of the coronavirus available to all readers. Find the collection here. Three weeks ago, the COVID-19 winter […]
Patient-First Model: High Tech Meets High Touch for Individuals with Rare Disorders
Donovan Quill, President and CEO, Optime Care Industry experts state that orphan drugs will be a major trend to watch in the years ahead, accounting for […]
For Covid-19 Vaccines, Some Are Too Rich — and Too Poor
Global inequality is shaping which countries get vaccines first. In South Africa, people’s best chance for vaccines anytime soon is to join an experimental trial.
Big Data Analytics Platform Helps Chicago Track COVID-19 Cases
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Opening up real-time access to data via APIs could help streamline Covid-19 vaccination programs
An API-first approach supports low-code solutions, and that is of immense value to healthcare facilities right now.
MedCity INVEST Precision Medicine spotlight: Building a BioInnovation Hub (video)
The panel, What It Takes To Build A Successful, Regional BioInnovation Hub (sponsored by Independence Blue Cross) focuses on Philadelphia — one of many cities […]
Need to Choose a Doctor? What Does AI Think About the Choices?
By ZEESHAN SYED Tens of millions of Americans rely on consumer experience apps to help them find the best new restaurant or the right hairdresser. […]
3 US firms engaged with Indian cos for Covid-19 vaccine mass production: Govt
“Three USA companies are currently engaged with their Indian counterparts for mass production of Covid-19 vaccines in India,” the Department of Commerce said in its […]
US hits new daily high with 3,725 coronavirus deaths
The United States on Tuesday broke its record for the most number of coronavirus-related deaths in a single day with 3,725 reported, according to data […]
Amneal Pharma -Walk-In Interviews (70 Openings) for Multiple Positions On 3rd Jan’ 2021
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China’s Sinopharm reports coronavirus vaccine is 79 percent effective
State-owned drugmaker Sinopharm said China’s coronavirus vaccine is 79.34 percent effective, according to a new report. Results from preliminary Phase 3 trials for the country’s vaccine show patients […]
Updated JCVI advice says at-risk pregnant women should receive COVID-19 vaccine
Updated advice from the JCVI following authorisation of the Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine has said pregnant women should be considered for vaccination if they are at […]
Updated JCVI advice says at-risk pregnant women should receive COVID-19 vaccine
Updated advice from the JCVI following the authorisation of the Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine has said that pregnant women should be considered for vaccination if they […]
Anthem Biosciences-Walk-In Interviews for Freshers & Experienced On 9th Jan’ 2021
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Zydus Cadila Seeks Approval to Commence P-III Clinical Study of ZyCoV-D
Shots: The company reported that the COVID-19 vaccine is safe, well-tolerated & immunogenic in the P-I/II study & plans to initiate P-III clinical trial in […]
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD): When Drinking Becomes A Headache
Alcohol use is a serious health problem worldwide, leading to many physical, mental, and behavioral health problems. Besides physical health, it also leads to a […]
Regeneron’s Antibody Cocktail Demonstrate Promising Results in Hospitalized Patients on Low-Flow Oxygen
Shots: The company reported encouraging initial data from an ongoing P-I/II/III trial of its casirivimab + imdevimab (8,000/2,400mg) in hospitalized COVID-19 patients requiring low-flow oxygen. […]
Nursing homes hit early roadblocks in massive vaccine campaign
Nursing homes and assisted living facilities across the country are facing difficult headwinds as they kick off a mass-vaccination campaign against the coronavirus.Challenges in obtaining […]
Pace of vaccinations falls short of estimates, prompting alerts
As recently as mid-December, the Trump administration touted an ambitious goal: 20 million COVID-19 vaccinations by the end of the year. But now, days before the […]
AZ COVID-19 vaccine cleared in UK, dosing to start next week
The UK has approved AstraZeneca and Oxford University’s COVID-19 vaccine AZD1222 in another significant step forward in the fight against the pandemic, with first doses […]
AstraZeneca’s AZD1222 Receives MHRA’s Emergency Supply Authorization in the UK
Shots: The MHRA has provided authorization for an emergency supply of AZD1222, for the active immunization of individuals aged ≥18yrs. The approval recommends 2 doses […]
AstraZeneca/Oxford vaccine: Five things to know about landmark UK vaccine
The vaccine is “safe and effective”, according to data published by The Lancet medical journal on December 8, with only one of the of the […]
Don’t Worry Too Much About Covid Vaccine Allergic Reactions
We should expect some people to experience side effects. The shot is still safer than the disease.
COVID-19 vaccination programme to accelerate as Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine approved
The Oxford University/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for use in the UK and the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has issued updated […]
COVID-19 vaccination programme to accelerate as Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine approved
The Oxford University/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for use in the UK and the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) is set to […]
Skyhawk Collaborates with Vertex to Discover and Develop Novel Small Molecules Modulating RNA Splicing for Serious Diseases
Shots: Skyhawk to receive $40M as upfront and is eligible to receive up to $2.2B as milestones along with royalties on sales. Vertex to get […]
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Novo Nordisk Reports Submission of Label Extension Application to the EMA for Semaglutide (once weekly, 2.0 mg) for T2D
Shots: The submission is based on SUSTAIN FORTE trial assessing Ozempic (2.0mg, qw) vs Ozempic (1.0mg) in 961 people with T2D in need of treatment […]
Covalent Laboratories Pvt. Ltd-Walk-In Interviews for QA/ Production On 31st Dec’ to 8th Jan’ 2021
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Chi-Med Initiates Rolling Submission of NDA to the US FDA of Surufatinib to Treat Advanced Neuroendocrine Tumors
Shots: Chi-Med initiated the filing of NDA to the US FDA for surufatinib to treat pancreatic & non-pancreatic NET & plans to complete the NDA […]
‘I’ve never seen anything like it’: 2020 smashes records in global markets
From worst crash in a generation to record highs on news of a Covid vaccine, experts review the rollercoaster that was 2020 Coronavirus – latest […]
Simio, LLC v. FlexSim Software Products, Inc. (Fed. Cir. 2020)
By Michael Borella — This decision is bad. Not an American Axle level of bad, but still quite far from good. Simio sued FlexSim in […]
Zydus Cadila receives DCGI nod for NAFLD drug Saroglitazar Mg in India
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is a progressive disease of the liver, which starts with fat accumulation in the liver in patients who do not […]
Drug Patent Expirations for the Week of December 27, 2020
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Which pharmaceutical companies have the most drug patents in Slovenia?
This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most patents in Slovenia. Patents must be filed in each country (or, in some cases regional patent […]
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California lockdowns extended as some hospitals limit care
California’s top health official said hospitals in hard-hit Los Angeles County are turning to “crisis care” and bracing for the coronavirus surge to worsen in […]
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Med Pluse- (700+ Vacancies ) Hiring Freshers & Experienced B.Pharm/ M.Pharm/ D.Pharm/ Degree/ Inter/ SSC-Apply Now
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Judge halts ProMedica’s efforts to terminate insurance contracts
A federal judge agreed that there was enough evidence to support a “monopolization claim” against the Ohio-based system, preventing its insurance arm from ending contracts […]
Text Appointment Reminders: Fewer No-Shows, Better Patient Engagement
Text Appointment Reminders: Fewer No-Shows, Better Patient Engagement Text appointment systems have many benefits for your practice and your patients, including fewer no-shows and late […]
Last-minute negotiations propelled surprise billing ban across finish line
The years-long battle involved mudslinging and big spending by some of Washington’s most powerful healthcare industry interests. The final sprint was a chaotic process that […]
Novavax starts late-stage trial of COVID-19 vaccine in U.S., Mexico
Novavax starts late-stage trial of COVID-19 vaccine in U.S., Mexico Mon, 12/28/2020 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Tue, 12/29/2020 – 19:00 Novavax announced Monday it is beginning […]
Biden taps new advisers for expanded COVID-19 response team
President-elect Joe Biden on Tuesday announced he is expanding his COVID-19 response team, naming new coordinators for supply chain management, vaccinations and testing.Biden has been […]
How Cerner plans to bolster rural hospitals’ telehealth efforts amid the pandemic and beyond
In a wide-ranging interview with MedCity News, Cerner CommunityWorks President Mitchell Clark discussed the healthcare challenges facing rural communities amid the Covid-19 pandemic and the […]
Colorado confirms first case of highly contagious COVID-19 variant in US
Colorado officials on Tuesday confirmed the first case of a new coronavirus strain in the U.S. as the same variant hurtles across the United Kingdom. Gov. […]
Biden offers sober warning of road ahead on coronavirus
President-elect Joe Biden on Tuesday delivered a sober warning about the road ahead in combating COVID-19, preparing the public for difficult months as his team […]
First reported U.S. case of COVID-19 variant found in Colorado
The coronavirus variant was found in a man in his 20s who is in isolation southeast of Denver and has no travel history, state health […]
Industry groups argue proposal for states to ‘opt out’ of ACA exchanges will leave vulnerable uninsured
Insurers, healthcare professionals and industry lobbying groups are all concerned about a Trump administration proposal that would allow states to essentially privatize their Affordable Care […]
Biden: Trump administration ‘falling far behind’ on vaccinations
President-elect Joe Biden is accusing the Trump administration of moving too slowly on coronavirus vaccinations and vowing to get COVID-19 under control in the U.S. in his […]
Centre working on plan to allot Covid vaccines equitably
According to health ministry data of the past 24 hours, Maharashtra reported the highest number of deaths at 50 followed by West Bengal at 27 […]
Mass. Legislature overrides veto, expands access to abortion
The bill, known as the Roe Act, codifies abortion rights into state law, allows abortions after 24 weeks of pregnancy in cases where the child […]
Fauci: ‘I have not’ thought about running for office
Anthony Fauci, the government’s leading infectious disease expert, says he has not considered running for political office as his national profile skyrockets.“I have not. I […]
Planned Parenthood president says abortion work shouldn’t be marginalized
The president of Planned Parenthood said in an interview published Tuesday that she doesn’t like to “marginalize” abortion by saying “It’s a small part of […]
