Month: May 2021
CMS delays controversial best price requirement for drugmakers
CMS delayed the Medicaid drug rebate program requirements until July 2022. Drugmakers sued the federal government over them last week.
4 Tips for Choosing a Home-Based Care Compliance Training Program
Amidst the COVID-19 emergency, home health providers are busier than ever. Along with the already growing preference for home-based care, the public health emergency has […]
Advocacy groups sue Arkansas over abortion ban
Advocacy groups filed a lawsuit Wednesday challenging a near-total ban on abortions in Arkansas.Led by the American Civil Liberties Union and Planned Parenthood, the lawsuit argues […]
UCSF, Philips Partner to Enhance Digital Patient Experience & Interoperability
What You Should Know: – Today, Philips announced its collaboration with the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) to develop technology that will enable a more streamlined […]
How Blue Shield of California chopped drug costs by $20 million in two years
Blue Shield of California members have saved $20 million in out-of-pocket prescription costs over the past two years thanks to a partnership with a startup […]
Amedisys Turns to Predictive Analytics to Lower Voluntary Turnover
In the home health business, providers rise and fall with their people. Recruitment and retention difficulties have been the bane of home health operators for […]
Disrupt Podcast #45: Darby Anderson of Addus HomeCare Corporation
The 45th episode of our podcast, Disrupt, is now available! Addus HomeCare Corporation (Nasdaq: ADUS) is one of the largest personal care services providers in […]
Feds charge telehealth execs with $143M COVID fraud
Federal prosecutors have charged 14 telehealth executives for their alleged schemes, ranging from alleged unnecessary tests to bribing companies for referrals.
HCA Healthcare Taps Google Cloud to Create New Health Data Analytics Platform
What You Should Know: – HCA Healthcare, one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, is partnering with Google Cloud to help create a secure health data analytics platform. – The partnership will leverage HCA Healthcare’s 32 million […]
COVID-19 meant smaller pay bumps for primary care providers
Primary care providers got roughly half their typical compensation increases in 2020 due to pay freezes and volume declines during the pandemic. But their salaries […]
Aveanna Details Big Plans for Home Health M&A in First Official Earnings Call
Fresh off of its market debut last month, Aveanna Healthcare Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: AVAH) is throwing its weight behind home health. Since going public, the […]
Signify Adds New VPs; Complia Health Builds Out C-Suite
Signify Health appoints two VPs Signify Health (NYSE: SGFY) has appointed Tracey Scraba as senior vice president and deputy general counsel. Additionally, it has hired […]
RelayHealth, McKesson Rx Automation, RxGrossroads Unifies Under CoverMyMeds Brand
What You Should Know: – Today, CoverMyMeds announced that RelayHealth, McKesson Prescription Automation, CoverMyMeds, and RxCrossroads by McKesson have unified as one business and one team […]
Why a hospital CEO declared a mental health ‘state of emergency’
Children’s Hospital Colorado’s recent emergency declaration regarding young people attempting suicide supports stakeholders’ fears that there’s a behavioral healthcare crisis that is likely to continue […]
FDA, FTC warn five companies over supplements sold to treat infertility, reproductive disorders
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced on Wednesday that they sent warning letters to five companies accusing them […]
Grand Rounds Health & Doctor On Demand Acquires Included Health
What You Should Know: – Today, Grand Rounds Health and Doctor On Demand announced they acquired Included Health, the first comprehensive healthcare navigation platform for the LGBTQ+ community. Together, they will address LGBTQ+ health challenges and improve […]
‘Cadila vaccine found to be safe for children aged 12-18 years’
The Ahmedabad-based company is carrying out clinical trials involving 1,000 children to test the efficacy of its vaccine against SARS Cov2 virus. The company is […]
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Hackers release patient data stolen from New Zealand health systems
Hackers sent patient data stolen during an attack on New Zealand’s Waikato District health system to local media outlets on Wednesday, with the outlets declining to publish the […]
Has Marks and Spencer really got it right at last? | Nils Pratley
We’ve heard the argument before, but now it does seem the moment of maximum danger has passed Green shoots at M&S? That was chairman Archie […]
Remarks by Acting Commissioner Woodcock to the Association for Accessible Medicines 2021Access! Conference – 05/26/2021
Opening Remarks for Association for Accessible Medicine 2021 Access! 2021 conference, Dr. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of Food and Drugs May 26, Washington, DC.
HHS and DOD will spend $27M to replenish medical supplies
HHS and the DOD will add $27.7 million to an existing $107 million contract to increase the nation’s syringe and needle supplies by 75%. The […]
Drug Trials Snapshots: MOTEGRITY
MOTEGRITY is used to treat adults with a type of constipation called chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC).
Drug Trials Snapshots: BALVERSA
BALVERSA is a drug for the treatment of a type of bladder and urinary tract cancer called urothelial carcinoma. BALVERSA may be used in patients […]
Drug Trials Snapshot: EVENITY
EVENITY is a drug to treat osteoporosis (thinning and weakening of bone) in women after menopause (“change of life”) who: • are at high risk […]
Biden asks U.S. intel officials to investigate COVID-19 origin
President Joe Biden asked U.S. intelligence officials to “redouble” their efforts to investigate the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, including the unlikely possibility that they […]
CMA Launches Anti-Competition Investigation into AstraZeneca’s Alexion Acquisition
CMA has launched an anti-competition investigation into AstraZeneca’s $39-billion acquisition of Alexion Pharmaceuticals.
MilliporeSigma Launches Neutral Lipid Ahead of Schedule to Meet COVID-19 Demand
MilliporeSigma has launched SAFC, a high-purity synthetic cholesterol product, nine months ahead of schedule to meet the lipid demands for COVID-19 messenger RNA therapeutics.
Geisinger rolls out platform for virtual monitoring of chronic disease patients
Developed by Noteworth, the ConnectedCare365 application will enable Geisinger clinicians to virtually monitor patient vital signs and intervene when needed. The platform will be used […]
Hancock ‘lied repeatedly and should have been fired’, PM’s former adviser tells MPs
Health and social care secretary Matt Hancock ‘should have been fired’ on 15 or 20 occasions during the pandemic – including for lying in cabinet […]
ISPE Releases New Knowledge Management Guide
ISPE’s latest guide ISPE Good Practice Guide: Knowledge Management in the Pharmaceutical Industry focuses on how knowledge management allows for a more effective pharmaceutical quality […]
COVID-19 won’t push insurers to raise premiums, survey finds
An eHealth survey found that 1 in 3 insurers planned to change their benefits, with 9 in 10 of those insurers planning to adjust their […]
Moderna’s COVID-19 Vaccine Study in Adolescents Has Met its Primary Endpoints
In the study, which enrolled 3700 US participants ages 12 to less than 18 years, no cases of COVID-19 were found in participants who had […]
Good bacteria can temper chemotherapy side effects
A new study found that specific types of gut bacteria can protect other good bacteria from cancer treatments — mitigating harmful, drug-induced changes to the […]
VA’s EHR upgrade budget underfunded infrastructure needs, watchdog says
The Veterans Affairs Department failed to produce reliable cost estimates of upgrade to physical infrastructure, which are needed for its multibillion-dollar EHR switch.
EU asks court to fine AstraZeneca over missing COVID jab shipments
Lawyers for the European Commission asked a court in Brussels today to fine AstraZeneca millions of euros for its “obvious” failure to meet the terms […]
Our vaccine highly effective on COVID-19 variant prevalent in India, suitable for 12 years and above: Pfizer to Govt
Pfizer, which is ready to offer 5 crore doses to India between July and October this year and has sought certain relaxations including indemnification, has […]
Biden asks intel community to ‘redouble’ efforts probing COVID-19 origins
President Biden on Wednesday announced a ramped-up effort to determine the origins of COVID-19, reflecting a new acceptance in U.S. political and public health circles […]
Ocaliva (obeticholic acid) by Intercept Pharmaceuticals: Drug Safety Communication – Due to Risk of Serious Liver Injury, FDA Restricts Use of Ocaliva in Primary Biliary Cholangitis Patients with Advanced Cirrhosis
FDA is restricting the use of the liver disease medicine Ocaliva (obeticholic acid) in patients having primary biliary cholangitis with advanced cirrhosis of the liver […]
Ind-Swift Laboratories Ltd-Openings for Freshers & Experienced -Apply Now
Ind-Swift Laboratories Ltd-Openings for Freshers & Experienced -Apply Now Job Description Urgent Requirement for Pharmaceuticals USFDA approved Plant Location Derabassi. DRA Executive/ Officer Male Candidates […]
Drug Development and Drug Interactions: Advisory Committee Meetings
Drug Development and Drug Interactions: Advisory Committee Meetings
Fauci: Vaccine boosters probably needed, but timing unclear
Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, said it is unclear when a booster shot will be needed for […]
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Nick Offerman testifies before Congress on vaccines: ‘Medicine doesn’t care who you voted for’
Actor Nick Offerman, known for playing the anti-government Ron Swanson on “Parks and Recreation,” testified before Congress on Wednesday to discuss the “gift” of the […]
Akili raises $110m to build its digital therapeutics pipeline
Digital health player Akili has raised $110 million fourth-round funding, backed by a number of pharma groups, as it works towards extending its product range […]
Congressional leaders to draft new public option proposal
House Energy & Commerce Committee Chair Frank Pallone (D-N.J.) and Senate health committee chair Patty Murray (D-Wash.) said they will draft a public option proposal, […]
How Women Can Have a Feminist Menopause
Women often experience the hormonal transition of midlife in a shroud of misinformation and shame. We deserve more.
How Women Can Have a Feminist Menopause
Women often experience the hormonal transition of midlife in a shroud of misinformation and shame. We deserve more.
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories -Openings for Production Departments -Apply Now
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories -Openings for Production Departments -Apply Now Job Description Department: Production Injectable Qualification: B.E, B.Pharm, M.Pharm Experience: 12 to 16 years Location: Pydibhimavaram Candidates must apply using […]
Rethinking access barriers to innovation
Market access issues don’t stop once a product has passed HTA – and this is especially true for disruptive therapies like ATMPs. Experts from Executive […]
Vital Pharma Ltd-Walk-In Interviews for Formulation -AR&D/ DQA On 29th May’ 2021 @ Hyderabad
Vital Pharma Ltd-Walk-In Interviews for Formulation -AR&D/ DQA On 29th May’ 2021 @ Hyderabad Vital Pharma Ltd-Walk-In Interviews for Formulation -AR&D/ DQA On 29th May’ […]
Belgium halts dosing of J&J COVID vaccine in under 41s after death
Belgium’s Ministry of Health has paused dosing of people under the age of 41 with Johnson & Johnson’s one-shot COVID-19 vaccine, following the death of […]
‘Better than the hospital’: Pandemic boosts care for serious illnesses at home
“Especially for patients who have been in the hospital a lot, to know that they can actually go home and sleep in their own bed […]
AbbVie, building out its post-Humira future, posts 5 late-stage trial wins for Skyrizi and Rinvoq
AbbVie, building out its post-Humira future, posts 5 late-stage trial wins for Skyrizi and Rinvoq nhigginsdunn Wed, 05/26/2021 – 11:26
A Word on Blog Topics
I’ve had some queries that make me think that a brief meta-blog entry might be in order. I’m still fielding a lot of coronavirus queries, […]
Ipca Laboratories Ltd- Openings for Analyst for AMV (Analytical Method Validation)-Apply Now
Ipca Laboratories Ltd- Openings for Analyst for AMV (Analytical Method Validation)-Apply Now Job Description Greetings From Ipca Laboratories Ltd. Company : Ipca Laboratories LTD (Formulation Unit) […]
Google, HCA strike multi-year cloud partnership
The partnership will focus on developing artificial intelligence and data analytics tools to improve clinical care and workflow at HCA Healthcare, according to the for-profit […]
Beyond the pandemic: digital patient intake is here to stay
Will handshakes become a thing of the past? Will face masks become a regular feature of flu season? Will home-working remain popular, even after workplaces […]
FDA places clinical hold on Larimar’s rare disease drug after deaths in monkey study
The FDA placed a clinical hold on a Larimar Therapeutics program for Friedreich’s ataxia after monkeys died in tests of the fusion protein. In addition […]
Google, hospital chain partner in push to boost efficiency
Google and HCA Healthcare, a national hospital chain, on Wednesday, announced a partnership aimed at boosting efficiency in medical care.“The partnership with Google Cloud is […]
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How the Evolution of Networking Infrastructure Supports Smart Hospitals
The evolution of technology has transformed the healthcare industry, delivering improved efficiency, reducing risk and increasing awareness. The digitization strategies that many healthcare organizations have […]
Xtandi raise, Padcev lift and a women’s health surprise: Astellas outlines $17B 5-year plan
Xtandi raise, Padcev lift and a women’s health surprise: Astellas outlines $17B 5-year plan aliu Wed, 05/26/2021 – 10:43
Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health
30/11/2021 Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health Image Robotic harvesters, weed zapping machines, automatic irrigation systems — new […]
Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health
30/11/2021 Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health Image Robotic harvesters, weed zapping machines, automatic irrigation systems — new […]
Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health
30/11/2021 Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health Image Robotic harvesters, weed zapping machines, automatic irrigation systems — new […]
Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health
30/11/2021 Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health Image Robotic harvesters, weed zapping machines, automatic irrigation systems — new […]
Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health
30/11/2021 Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health Image Robotic harvesters, weed zapping machines, automatic irrigation systems — new […]
Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health
30/11/2021 Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health Image Robotic harvesters, weed zapping machines, automatic irrigation systems — new […]
Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health
30/11/2021 Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health Image Robotic harvesters, weed zapping machines, automatic irrigation systems — new […]
Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health
30/11/2021 Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health Image Robotic harvesters, weed zapping machines, automatic irrigation systems — new […]
Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health
30/11/2021 Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health Image Robotic harvesters, weed zapping machines, automatic irrigation systems — new […]
Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health
30/11/2021 Agriculture and forestry: the impact of digital technology on worker safety and health Image Robotic harvesters, weed zapping machines, automatic irrigation systems — new […]
Democrats announce plan to begin crafting public option insurance bill
Congressional lawmakers are starting the process of crafting a bill that would create a government-run public option health insurance plan.On Wednesday, Sen. Patty Murray (D-Wash.), chair of the […]
COVID-19 Vaccination and Parental Consent
With the recent authorization of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for adolescents, ages 12-15, a group that totals almost 17 million, the next phase of the U.S. […]
HHS commits $4.8B to COVID-19 testing for the uninsured
The American Clinical Laboratory Association, whose members include LabCorp and Quest Diagnostics, had urged the Biden administration in February to make more money available.
Harmonized Lifecycle Management Policy Aims to Drive Drug Quality and Innovation
FDA recently published a final guidance for making post-approval manufacturing changes to drugs and biologics, the culmination of a long-running effort to facilitate improvements in […]
Remarks by Dr. Woodcock to the FDA Science Forum and introduction of Dr. Fauci – 05/26/2021
Remarks by Janet Woodcock, MD, Commissioner of Food and Drugs, FDA Science Forum, May 26, 2021, White Oak, MD
Vectura, after reinventing itself as a CDMO, accepts $1.4B buyout offer from Carlyle
Vectura, after reinventing itself as a CDMO, accepts $1.4B buyout offer from Carlyle fkansteiner Wed, 05/26/2021 – 09:44
EU leaders agree to donate 100 million doses of vaccines
Gathered in Brussels for a two-day summit, the 27 leaders backed a text in which they pledge to continue efforts “to increase global vaccine production […]
ViewPoints Interview: Medicenna’s Dr. Fahar Merchant Shares Insights on the Bispecific Superkines
In an interview with PharmaShots, Dr. Fahar Merchant, CEO of Medicenna shares his views on the data of a new type of interleukin called bispecific […]
Hundreds of antibiotic resistant genes found in the gastrointestinal tracts of Danish infants
Danish one-year-olds carry several hundred antibiotic resistant genes in their bacterial gut flora according to a new study from the University of Copenhagen. The presence […]
New tools to battle cancer, advance genomics research
New approaches to battle cancer have already unearthed a treasure trove of useful data — and they’re now being made available for free.
Will Google Health Platformize the Electronic Health Record Market?
Geoffrey Parker Edward G. Anderson Vince Kuraitis By VINCE KURAITIS, EDWARD G. ANDERSON, and GEOFFREY PARKER The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated calls for the development […]
Impel NeuroPharma migraine campaign uses map artwork to spotlight mind-gut connection for many sufferers
Impel NeuroPharma migraine campaign uses map artwork to spotlight mind-gut connection for many sufferers bbulik Wed, 05/26/2021 – 09:27
Hello Heart raises $45M as it charts a broader expansion
Hello Heart raised $45 million from growth equity firm IVP. It plans to use the funds to build up its platform as it goes toe-to-toe […]
Why we must address needle fear to achieve herd immunity – and beyond
Individuals with needle hesitancy are half of the unvaccinated. Our physician leaders need to realize that our relationship with sharps is different from needle-fearing people who […]
TG Therapeutics Reports the US FDA’s Acceptance of BLA for Ublituximab + Ukoniq (umbralisib) to Treat Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia and Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma
Shots: The BLA submission is based on P-III UNITY-CLL trial evaluating ublituximab + Ukoniq (U2) vs obinutuzumab + chlorambucil in a ratio (1:1) in 420 […]
Mental Health and Substance Use Considerations Among Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic
This brief explores factors contributing to poor mental health and substance use outcomes among children during the pandemic, highlighting groups of children who are particularly […]
The Pandemic’s Impact on Children’s Mental Health
The pandemic has taken a heavy toll on the nation’s mental health, and a new issue brief shows that children are also facing worsening emotional […]
Marksans Pharma Ltd- Walk-In Interviews for Quality Control On 30th May 2021
Marksans Pharma Ltd- Walk-In Interviews for Quality Control On 30th May 2021 Marksans Pharma Ltd- Walk-In Interviews for Quality Control On 30th May 2021
Mental Health: The hidden pandemic in a world remade by COVID-19
While we grappled physically with COVID-19, donning masks and using hand sanitizer to protect ourselves against an unseen virus, another invisible pandemic was taking hold. […]
SMS Lifesciences -Virtual Interviews for Production/ Maintenance Dept.-Apply Now
SMS Lifesciences -Virtual Interviews for Production/ Maintenance Dept.-Apply Now Job Description “Hope you all are Safe and good” In the SMS Lifesciences India Limited, Unit […]
2021 Communications Awards welcomes two new medical affairs categories
The 2021 Communications Awards have expanded to include two brand new medical affairs categories.
Moderna’s mRNA-1273 Meets its Primary Endpoint in P-II/III TeenCOVE Study to Prevent COVID 19 in Adolescents
Shots: The P-II/III TeenCOVE study involves assessing mRNA-1273 (two 100 µg doses) vs PBO in 3700+ participants in a ratio (2:1) aged 12 to <18yrs. […]
Optimus Pharma -Openings for Freshers for Trainees -Apply Now
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SRF Limited- Openings for Production/ QC/ Mechanical/ Instrumentation-Apply Now
SRF Limited- Openings for Production/ QC/ Mechanical/ Instrumentation-Apply Now Job Description Post Name : Production/ QC/ Mechanical/ Instrumentation Qualification: ITI/ Diploma / B.Sc/ M.Sc Experience: 4-8 years Location: […]
UK pharmaceutical firm Ventura agrees to £958m takeover deal
Private equity firm Carlyle Group to buy company that is developing inhaled treatment for Covid-19 Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage The […]
Pfizer -Hiring Master Degree in Pharmacy/ Biotechnology/ Science/ Ph.D for Regulatory Affairs Professionals
Pfizer -Hiring Master Degree in Pharmacy/ Biotechnology/ Science/ Ph.D for Regulatory Affairs Professionals Job Description Department : Drug Regulatory Affairs Qualification: Master Degree in Pharmacy/ Biotechnology/ Science/ Ph.D […]
Vectura agrees $1.4bn takeover by private equity group Carlyle
Vectura has agreed to a £1.55 per share takeover by US private investment company Carlyle, which values the UK drug delivery specialist at £958 million […]
Sun Pharma Limited-Openings for Freshers for Quality Control -Apply Now
Sun Pharma Limited-Openings for Freshers for Quality Control -Apply Now Job Description Sun Pharma has grown to become the 5th largest generic pharmaceutical Company in […]
AbbVie’s Venclyxto Receives the EC’s Approval for Patients with Newly Diagnosed Acute Myeloid Leukemia who are Ineligible for Intensive Chemotherapy
Shots: The approval is based on P-III VIALE-A and P-Ib M14-358 studies. The P-III study involves assessing Venclyxto + azacitidine in patients with newly diagnosed […]
Campaigners challenge NHS England’s latest plan to share patient data
Remember the Care.data debacle? Now, a new move by NHS England to move the records of 55 million patients into a database that will be […]
‘Some people describe it as being magical’: Horses provide a unique form of relaxation therapy front-line workers
The post ‘Some people describe it as being magical’: Horses provide a unique form of relaxation therapy front-line workers appeared first on Healthy Debate.
Global inequities intensify debate on decolonizing health care
The post Global inequities intensify debate on decolonizing health care appeared first on Healthy Debate.
Republicans seek vindication amid reemergence of Wuhan lab theory
Congressional Republicans are seizing on recent comments from health officials and top scientists about the origins of the coronavirus as vindication of their previous claims, […]
Zydus Cadila, Taiwan’s TLC ink pact to market black fungus drug in India
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization has approved the new drug application (NDA) of TLC for Amphotericin B Liposome for Injection 50mg for immediate importation […]
Persistent Vaccine Myths
With news that the country has now vaccinated half of its population with at least one dose, This Drew Altman Axios column highlights the persistent […]
NHS-backed wellbeing app Thrive raises £2.5m
Digital health company said it would use the latest funding to research and identify new ares of help and develop its platform further
Lady Gaga and J.Lo Sell ‘Well’ Building Seal, But It’s a Payday, Not a PSA
Viewers could be excused for thinking Robert De Niro was just being a good fella in an ad promoting safe buildings amid the covid pandemic, […]
Minneapolis Police Injured Protesters With Rubber Bullets. The City Has Taken Little Action.
(Editor’s note: This is a follow-up to last year’s joint investigation by KHN and USA Today finding that police in several cities violated their own […]
‘Better Than the Hospital’: Pandemic Boosts Care for Serious Illnesses at Home
Late last year, Janet Yetenekian was one of the thousands of people in Southern California whose case of covid-19 was serious enough to send her […]
Roche UK launches renewable energy initiative with E.ON
Scheme will enable Roche’s supply chain partners to purchase 100% renewable energy
Abivax’s ABX464 shows ‘impressive’ efficacy in severe ulcerative colitis patients
Once-daily oral treatment was well-tolerated and demonstrated a good safety profile in Phase IIb study
Moderna’s vaccine ‘highly effective’ at preventing COVID-19 in adolescents
Phase II/III TeenCOVE study met primary endpoint of non-inferior immunogenicity versus adult comparator group
Digital health firm Hello Tomo snapped up by ICAS World
A UK tech firm with an NHS-commissioned mental health app – Hello Tomo – has been acquired by ICAS World, a company specialising in providing […]
Partnerships in pharma: exploring intersections across molecules and software
Earlier this year, Healthware Group and Plexus Ventures formed an alliance to structure deals for the pharmaceutical industry in the development and commercialization of Digital Therapeutic (DTx) products. Given the […]
How diversity can help life sciences advance its lifesaving solutions
Paula Parfitt discusses the importance of workplace diversity and how life science companies can build a thriving, diverse workforce. Diversity, equity and inclusion (D, E […]
phactMI: Delivering accurate drug information to point of care, part IV
Part 4: How phactMI and Elsevier collaborated to deliver information to healthcare professionals The Pharma Collaboration for Transparent Medical Information (phactMI) is a non-profit organization […]
BioFactura Initiates P-I Study of BFI-751 (biosimilar, ustekinumab) in Australia and New Zealand
Shots: The company initiate a pivotal PK P-I clinical trial assessing the efficacy of BFI-751 vs Stelara in healthy human volunteers, with the authorization of […]
Inconsistent vaccine supply, public health messaging threaten global COVID-19 response
Without a coordinated, holistic, global response to COVID-19, outbreaks in places like India and Nepal could soon become everyone’s problem, experts said.
COVID-19 vaccination in England opens to all over 30s
NHS England has invited people aged 30 and 31 to book their COVID-19 vaccination – making one million more people eligible for the jabs.
Otsuka creates Gen J in new Jynarque ads that aim to separate kidney from disease
Otsuka creates Gen J in new Jynarque ads that aim to separate kidney from disease sharon.coey Wed, 05/26/2021 – 03:51
QIAGEN Collaborates with Mirati to Develop KRASG12C CDx for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Shots: The companies collaborated to develop a tissue based KRAS Cdx test to identify patients with cancers that have a KRASG12C mutation who may benefit […]
BMS and Xencor Collaborate to Use Xtend XmAb Technology in SARS-CoV-2 Neutralizing mAb Combination for COVID-19
Shots: BMS to get non-exclusive access to Xencor’s Xtend Fc technology to extend the half-life of a novel Ab combination therapy that is intended to […]
Successful Spine Surgery in Turkey: A Case Study
A spinal injury can be traumatizing for any patient. But the situation becomes all the more difficult and challenging when a patient does not see […]
How to Bolster EHR Efficiency and Access to Offer Better Patient Care
Dessiree Paoli, Senior Solution Marketing Manager at Interlace Health Over the past few decades, technology has advanced health care in incredible ways. Between robotic surgery, […]
CVC Files Reply to Broad’s Opposition to CVC’s Priority Motion
By Kevin E. Noonan — Last week, Junior Party The University of California/Berkeley, the University of Vienna, and Emmanuelle Charpentier (collectively, “CVC”) filed its reply […]
Impact of COVID-19 on CMS’ value-based programs
Many Medicare payment initiatives aim to link reimbursement to value. Value includes both cost and quality of care. However, measuring quality of care during a […]
Smart Contact Management Tech Empowering Providers to Offer Better Care
Technology adoption in the independent healthcare sector continues at breakneck speed. However, digitizing engagement with patients between appointments is one area where health providers have […]
Oneiro Chemicals Pvt. Ltd- Openings for R&D/ QC/ ETP/ Safety/ ADL -Apply Now
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Startups get ready to pitch at 2021 INVEST Digital Health Pitch Perfect Contest. Apply now
This year, startups can apply in three categories – home health, chronic disease management and value-based care, and tech to boost payer/provider efficiency.
Aspiro Pharma- Openings for Freshers-Quality Assurance- Apply Now
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Hetero Drugs Limited-Openings for Internal Auditors- Officer/ Sr. Officer/ Executive
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Medically Minded Hand Sanitizer– Nationwide Recall Expansion Due to The Presence of Undeclared Methanol
This recall has been initiated due to the presence of undeclared Methanol. Use of or consumption of this product can result in nausea, vomiting, headache, […]
France probing whether Russia involved in campaign against Pfizer vaccine
A France security official said Tuesday that authorities were looking into whether Russia was involved in efforts to gather social media influencers for an online […]
DispatchHealth Announces New Health System Partnerships; LHC Group Enters Oregon Hospice Market
DispatchHealth partners with two new health systems The in-home medical care provider DispatchHealth on Tuesday announced partnerships with Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) and Waterbury […]
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Protecting teleworkers’ safety and health during the COVID-19 pandemic
26/05/2021 Protecting teleworkers’ safety and health during the COVID-19 pandemic © Vector by freepik – www.freepik.es The sudden increase in teleworking from home during the COVID-19 […]
Online Survey – Promoting Good Work into University Education
26/05/2021 Online Survey – Promoting Good Work into University Education Photo by Dom Fou on Unsplash How are future leaders empowered in current university education […]
Cybersecurity solutions provider Cynerio nabs $30M in new funding
Cynerio, a provider of cybersecurity and asset management solutions, raised $30 million in a Series B funding round. The company will use the capital to […]
CDC: Half of US adults now vaccinated against COVID-19
Half of all American adults are officially fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data, marking significant progress since […]
Overnight Health Care: Moderna says COVID-19 vaccine is 100 percent effective in 12- to 17-year-olds | US achieves full vaccinations for half of adults | Trump on Wuhan lab: Now everyone agrees ‘I was right’
Welcome to Tuesday’s Overnight Health Care. It seemed like a novel approach, but Ohio’s idea for a vaccine lottery is catching on. Colorado officially jumped […]
A new report ranking urban hospitals based on racial inclusivity finds ‘de facto segregation’
A new analysis from the Lown Institute identified the most and least racially inclusive hospitals in America, but hospitals at the bottom of the list […]
Iodine Software Acquires Physician Query Platform Artifact Health – Health M&A
What You Should Know: – Iodine Software, a leading healthcare AI company, today announced it has acquired physician engagement platform company Artifact Health. Financial details of […]
Curebase raises $15M for decentralized clinical trials
Curebase, a startup building software for decentralized clinical trials, raised $15 million in funding. The startup ran six trials related to Covid-19 in the last […]
Encompass Health CEO Shares Multi-Pronged Approach to Recruiting, Retaining Nurses
The huge demand for nursing talent has left home health providers feeling the pressure of recruitment challenges. Home health giant Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) […]
Insurers accuse CVS of overcharging for generic drugs
Insurers’ federal class-action complaint represents just one lawsuit accusing CVS of fraudulently hiding the real cost of medications, leaving insured customers paying more for drugs […]
Ohio State Wexner to launch home health joint venture
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center plans to launch a joint venture with Alternate Solutions Health Network by August that will provide home health […]
Colorado to launch $1M lottery drawings as vaccine initiative
The state of Colorado has launched a $5 million lottery to incentivize vaccinations, Gov. Jared Polis (D) announced Tuesday. Those who receive a coronavirus vaccine […]
Physicians, patients lost trust in US healthcare system amid pandemic, survey finds
Patients said they generally trust doctors and nurses more than they trust health systems, the report from NORC at the University of Chicago found.
Geisinger Launches Virtual Chronic Disease Monitoring System Powered by Noteworth
What You Should Know: – Geisinger today announced the launch of ConnectedCare365, an innovative care delivery model for patients with chronic diseases like diabetes, heart failure […]
Judge: CMS formula unfairly penalized hospitals for training fellows
A federal judge recently sided with nearly 50 teaching hospitals that took issue with a CMS payment formula they say penalized them for training fellows.
IQVIA adds to growing lab biz with $198M deal for Myriad contract services unit
IQVIA is paying nearly $200 million to purchase a Myriad Genetics subsidiary that provides pharmaceutical contract services , a deal that will put the new […]
Cleveland Clinic plans to sublease most of its Independence office space
About 2,000 Clinic employees, in home care and finance, are associated with the facility. Some of those employees will remain on-site, while others will work […]
BioCryst’s persistence for patient insights leads to a bigger market for HAE drug Orladeyo
BioCryst’s persistence for patient insights leads to a bigger market for HAE drug Orladeyo bbulik Tue, 05/25/2021 – 16:06
Optum target Atrius Health lost money, mostly because of Medicaid rolls
Atrius Health, a large physician group in Massachusetts that’s in the process of being acquired by Optum, lost money in 2020 and in the first […]
The Best Breakfasts to Meal Prep Overnight to Hit the Ground Running in the Morning
Because no one wants to do work before a workout and actual work…
‘The trauma keeps coming’: How Black girls grapple with witnessing police violence
For young Black people, and young Black women and girls in particular, the mental health impacts of being a bystander to police violence are far-reaching.
CDC director expresses optimism about COVID-19 transmission ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Rochelle Walensky expressed optimism ahead of the Memorial Day weekend that coronavirus cases would not rise amid a decline […]
Apellis’ PNH victory lap: Newly FDA-approved Empaveli helped patients without prior Soliris treatment
Apellis’ PNH victory lap: Newly FDA-approved Empaveli helped patients without prior Soliris treatment nhigginsdunn Tue, 05/25/2021 – 14:50
Bharat Biotech seeks nod for Covaxin in 60+ countries
The countries that granted emergency use licences (EUL) include Mexico, Philippines, Iran, Paraguay, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Guyana, Venezuela, Botswana, Zimbabwe, among others.
Hospital closures cause new public health concern
Rural hospital closures are financially hurting many emergency medical service providers that must travel farther to transport patients.
Quest Diagnostics strikes deal with pathology AI startup Paige
Quest Diagnostics and Paige, a spinoff of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, will work together to develop cancer-detection software for pathologists and oncologists.
Tips for Preventing and Easing Plantar Fasciitis
It really is a pain in the foot, but one you can manage with the right tips.
HHS to provide $4B to cover COVID tests for uninsured
HHS announced $4 billion in funding toward the Health Resources and Services Administration’s COVID Uninsured program, which reimburses providers for testing and COVID-related treatment.
Aji Bio-Pharma to Add High Speed Fill/Finish Line to its San Diego Facility
The new line can fill prefilled syringes, cartridges, and vials using ready-to-use components.
Evonik Launches a Capsule Portfolio to Fast-Track Speed to Market for Oral Drug Products
Evonik has introduced the EUDRACAP, a portfolio of easy-to-handle capsules to fast-track speed to market for oral drug products in the early development stage.
Drugmakers sue HHS over Medicaid drug rebate rule
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America said CMS didn’t have the power to issue the rule and seemingly reversed course on the agency’s longstanding […]
Almac Sciences to Invest in Continuous Flow Chemistry Equipment for New R&D Center
Almac Sciences is investing in the expansion of its continuous flow chemistry equipment as an additional project to its previously announced £5-million (US$7-million) laboratory expansion.
Senate Narrowly Confirms Chiquita Brooks-LaSure as Next CMS Administrator
The U.S. Senate on Tuesday confirmed Chiquita Brooks-LaSure as next administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The agency had been without […]
FDA leader discusses breaking barriers in clinical care
Acting FDA commissioner Janet Woodcock explains how government, researchers, doctors and patients can contribute to improving the clinical research system.
Sri Krishna Pharmaceutical Ltd- Openings for Formulation Development and Analytical Research Development
Sri Krishna Pharmaceutical Ltd- Openings for Formulation Development and Analytical Research Development Job Description Post Name : FR&D/ AR&D Qualification: M.Pharm/B.Pharm Experience: 1-6 years Location: Nacharam Share your CV’s […]
Viewpoint: A 10-point plan to stabilise the bedrock of the NHS
General practice is the bedrock of the NHS – if it fails, the NHS fails. But the profession has been hit hard through the pandemic […]
Senate confirms Biden pick to lead Medicare, Medicaid office
The Senate voted on Tuesday to confirm President Biden’s pick to head the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), who will be the first Black woman […]