FDA approves tivozanib for relapsed or refractory advanced renal cell carcinoma
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First study subjects receive modified Moderna vaccine to fight South Africa variant
Moderna announced Wednesday that it has administered the first doses of a modified vaccine designed to fight coronavirus variants to study participants.The company said it […]
Federal health officials encourage nursing homes to resume allowing indoor visits
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services released new guidance for nursing homes on Wednesday that allows them to resume indoor visits. “Facilities should allow responsible […]
Surprise billing ban details yet to be determined, leaving industry fights to come
The No Surprises Act effectively banned balance billing. But the battle isn’t over yet, as federal regulators still have a lot of details to work […]
Founder of at-home primary care startup Heal steps down
Nick Desai, the co-founder and CEO of Heal, announced he would step down on Tuesday. Scott Vertrees, an advisor to the company, will become the […]
Biden says there is ‘real reason for hope’ as he praises drugmakers’ vaccine deal
President Biden said Wednesday there is “real reason for hope” in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic, while praising two pharmaceutical companies for coming together to […]
For phase 2, govt buying Covishield cheaper at ₹157.5
India began its Covid immunisation drive with health and frontline workers on January 16. The current phase, which began on March 1, is aimed at […]
Why SNF Operator PruittHealth Pivoted to Home Health Care
When PruittHealth — a major nursing home operator — began to see its skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) feel the impact of the COVID-19 emergency last […]
COVID-19 vaccine management brings a burst of duplicate patient records
The urgency to move quickly and vaccinate the population has introduced an entirely new set of challenges for providers regarding patient identity. Many continue to […]
Sutter Health federal antitrust lawsuit still headed to trial
A federal antitrust lawsuit against Sutter Health is headed for trial in October after a judge denied the health system’s request to dismiss all of […]
White House Covid-19 Team Makes Remarks on Vaccine Supply
Members of the White House coronavirus team discussed the need for more vaccine supply on Wednesday.
Addus Enters Value-Based Care Deal with Presbyterian Health Plan
Addus HomeCare Corporation (Nasdaq: ADUS) — the personal care services powerhouse that has increasingly turned its attention to home health and hospice care over the […]
Pfizer’s newest vaccine plant has persistent mold issues, history of recalls
Pfizer’s management knew last year there was “a mold issue” at the Kansas facility now slated to produce the drugmaker’s urgently needed COVID-19 vaccine, according […]
House passes COVID-19 relief package with premium assistance, rural health funding
Rural providers will get $8.5 billion, to be distributed through the Provider Relief Fund, which Congress established last year to help providers weather the financial […]
Updated KFF Calculator Estimates Marketplace Premiums to Reflect Expanded Tax Credits in COVID-19 Relief Legislation
KFF has updated its 2021 Health Insurance Marketplace Calculator to reflect the expanded premium tax credits available to people who purchase their own coverage through […]
Vast majority of hospitals say they have an AI strategy, up from just half last year
Actually implementing and scaling the tech is still a challenge, despite the rise in awareness and adoption, the Sage Growth report found.
White House Coronavirus Team Announces Increased Vaccine Production
On Wednesday, the White House coronavirus task force announced that President Biden intended to secure an additional 100 million doses of Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 […]
Report reveals gap between rare-disease drug spending, need
The IQVIA and NORD study shows rare-disease treatments account for only 11% of new drug spending, but 80% of orphan products treat rare diseases alone.
Verkada Security Camera Hack Allows Access, Leak of Hospital Live Feeds
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Dealing With the Literature
I’ve requests from time to time to share some tips about dealing with the scientific literature. Which is indeed a problem, on several levels, and […]
Judge OKs preliminary settlement in Sutter antitrust case
The parties in the antitrust lawsuit against Sutter Health proposed a new monitor to oversee Sutter’s compliance with the settlement terms. This time, the judge […]
Bluebird analysis finds gene therapy ‘very unlikely’ to be cause of patient’s cancer
Bluebird bio said independent analyses found that the gene therapy inserted its payload at a site not known to cause cancer. Based on the results, […]
How Presbyterian Is Using Digital Health Tools to Address Pandemic Challenges
Learn how Bright MD’s platform can help transform and deliver quality care for hundreds of low-acuity conditions in just minutes.
Eli Lilly says antibody cuts COVID-19 deaths, hospitalizations by 87 percent
Eli Lilly announced Wednesday that its antibody drug to combat the coronavirus cut the risk of hospitalization and death from the illness by 87 percent. In […]
Early COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts Through Community Health Centers Are Reaching People of Color
More than half of those who received their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine through a community health center were people of color, suggesting that […]
Thermo Fisher plots $600M manufacturing boost to meet COVID demand—and its work won’t stop there
Thermo Fisher plots $600M manufacturing boost to meet COVID demand—and its work won’t stop there fkansteiner Wed, 03/10/2021 – 11:39
Bayer unveils first look at its post-Xarelto, post-Eylea life—and it’s better than expected
Bayer unveils first look at its post-Xarelto, post-Eylea life—and it’s better than expected aliu Wed, 03/10/2021 – 11:39
PDUFA V Meetings
PDUFA V Meetings
bluebird seeks gene therapy trial restart after cancer scare
bluebird bio is to ask regulators to restart clinical studies of its LentiGlobin for sickle cell disease, after an investigation concluded that a case of […]
UK data hub to apply AI to health records for COVID-19 and respiratory research
Health Data Research UK’s respiratory hub BREATHE is set to use artificial intelligence (AI) to unlock real-world insights from electronic health records (EHRs) as part […]
Poll reveals huge scale of pandemic impact on GP mental health
Almost 30% of GPs say they or clinical colleagues have been off work in the past month with mental health problems caused by working in […]
75 percent back key parts of coronavirus package: poll
Seventy-five percent of voters support key parts of the coronavirus stimulus package, according to a new poll released as the House is set vote Wednesday […]
W2O rebrands as Real Chemistry, rolling up acquisitions, hires and business growth under new moniker
W2O rebrands as Real Chemistry, rolling up acquisitions, hires and business growth under new moniker bbulik Wed, 03/10/2021 – 11:02
Are Health Centers Facilitating Equitable Access to COVID-19 Vaccinations?
This analysis examines the extent to which early vaccination efforts through community health centers are reaching people of color using data from the federal government’s […]
DGCI’s Subject Expert Committee recommends waiving off ‘clinical trial mode’ from Covaxin
After more than two hours of deliberation on Wednesday, the SEC in its recommendation to the drug regulator asked for the removal of clinical trial […]
Industry Letters
Industry Letters
Follow the pioneers of women’s health
When I think about March and Women’s History Month, I remember the pioneers who challenged the status quo to defeat societal norms. These heroic individuals […]
Optrix Laboratories Pvt. Ltd-Walk-In Interview for Production / Quality Control/ EHS Safety On 13th Mar’ 2021
Optrix Laboratories Pvt. Ltd-Walk-In Interview for Production / Quality Control/ EHS Safety On 13th Mar’ 2021 Optrix Laboratories Pvt. Ltd-Walk-In Interview for Production / Quality […]
Fauci: Texas inviting another virus surge by lifting mask mandate
Anthony Fauci, President Biden’s chief medical adviser, suggested Wednesday that Texas officials are inviting another surge of the coronavirus by lifting the state’s mask mandate. Texas officially […]
Psychedelic science holds promise for mainstream medicine
A team of neuroscientists is uncovering how psychedelics affect brain activity. New work shows a strong connection in rodent models between brain activity and behaviors resulting […]
Piramal Pharma Limited- Openings for Formulation Development-Apply Now
Piramal Pharma Limited- Openings for Formulation Development-Apply Now Job Description Piramal Pharma Limited is Looking Passionate Scientist with experience in OSD for Ahmedabad R&D Location. […]
Alaska makes vaccines available to those 16 and older
Alaska makes vaccines available to those 16 and older Tue, 03/09/2021 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 03/10/2021 – 10:00 Even as some U.S. jurisdictions continue to […]
Fish consumption and risk of CVD or mortality with or without vascular disease
Fish consumption and risk of CVD or mortality with or without vascular disease Tue, 03/09/2021 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 03/10/2021 – 10:00 Researchers analyzed individual […]
Women report worse adverse effects after a COVID vaccine
Women report worse adverse effects after a COVID vaccine Tue, 03/09/2021 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 03/10/2021 – 10:00 A study by CDC researchers assessed safety […]
Bryant Ranch Prepack issues recall of spironolactone 25 mg and 50 mg tablets due to mislabeling
Bryant Ranch Prepack issues recall of spironolactone 25 mg and 50 mg tablets due to mislabeling Tue, 03/09/2021 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 03/10/2021 – 10:00 […]
Medical marijuana is not regulated as most medicines are
Medical marijuana is not regulated as most medicines are Tue, 03/09/2021 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 03/10/2021 – 10:00 Although medical marijuana is now sanctioned in […]
Efficacy of a combination of conservative therapies vs. an education comparator on clinical outcomes in thumb base OA
Efficacy of a combination of conservative therapies vs. an education comparator on clinical outcomes in thumb base OA Tue, 03/09/2021 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 03/10/2021 […]
Rite Aid shows off new concept for stores, products in Virginia Beach
Rite Aid shows off new concept for stores, products in Virginia Beach Tue, 03/09/2021 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 03/10/2021 – 10:00 Rite Aid President and […]
Vaccine-appointment sites rush to fix glitches, expand capacity as rollout gathers steam
Vaccine-appointment sites rush to fix glitches, expand capacity as rollout gathers steam Tue, 03/09/2021 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 03/10/2021 – 10:00 Fluctuating eligibility criteria, unpredictable […]
Biden administration to invest $250 million in effort to encourage COVID-19 safety and vaccination among underserved populations
Biden administration to invest $250 million in effort to encourage COVID-19 safety and vaccination among underserved populations Tue, 03/09/2021 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 03/10/2021 – […]
After states lift restrictions, CDC says mask mandates can reduce deaths
After states lift restrictions, CDC says mask mandates can reduce deaths Tue, 03/09/2021 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 03/10/2021 – 10:00 After the governors of Texas […]
6 former FDA commissioners push Biden to nominate a permanent chief
6 former FDA commissioners push Biden to nominate a permanent chief Tue, 03/09/2021 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 03/10/2021 – 10:00 Six former commissioners of the […]
Johnson & Johnson tots up a potential $4b talc bill as tens of thousands of lawsuits pile up
Johnson & Johnson tots up a potential $4b talc bill as tens of thousands of lawsuits pile up Tue, 03/09/2021 – 19:00 cbaker_admin Wed, 03/10/2021 […]
Getting the 340B program back on track in 2021
As our nation continues to fight a global pandemic, the need for access to affordable and quality health care feels even more pressing. This is […]
DHS CISA Shares Remediation, Risk Guidance for SolarWinds Compromise
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How to be gender-sensitive when tackling MSDs in the workplace
© EU-OSHA/David Tijero Osorio Back to news 11/03/2021 How to be gender-sensitive when tackling MSDs in the workplace To protect workers from musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) […]
Bryant Ranch Prepack pulls four spironolactone lots after dangerous bottling mistake
Bryant Ranch Prepack pulls four spironolactone lots after dangerous bottling mistake fkansteiner Wed, 03/10/2021 – 09:43
Brain Sensor Could Accelerate Alzheimer’s Precision Medicine
A newly-developed sensor… read more
General practice must be ‘foundation of any successful ICS’, warns RCGP
General practice must be the ‘foundation of any successful integrated care system (ICS)’, the RCGP chair has warned amid concerns over the impact of NHS […]
2021 Calculator – Before COVID-19 Relief
The Health Insurance Marketplace Calculator, updated with 2021 premium data and to reflect subsidies in the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provides estimates of […]
2021 Calculadora – Antes COVID-19 Alivio
Nota: esta calculadora refleja las primas para 2021. Esta calculadora ilustra las primas (el costo mensual de su seguro) y subsidios para las personas que […]
2021 Calculator – Before COVID-19 Relief
The Health Insurance Marketplace Calculator, updated with 2021 premium data and to reflect subsidies in the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provides estimates of […]
2021 Calculadora – Antes COVID-19 Alivio
Nota: esta calculadora refleja las primas para 2021. Esta calculadora ilustra las primas (el costo mensual de su seguro) y subsidios para las personas que […]
Pfizer wants to make vaccine in India if faster clearance, export freedom assured: Sources
The U.S. company pulled an application last month seeking emergency approval for its product in India after the drug regulator declined its request to skip […]
Johnson & Johnson to sell another 100M coronavirus vaccine doses to U.S., taking America’s supply to 800M doses: reports
Johnson & Johnson to sell another 100M coronavirus vaccine doses to U.S., taking America’s supply to 800M doses: reports esagonowsky Wed, 03/10/2021 – 09:12
The Art of Listening: When the Inner Voice Whispers
By HANS DUVEFELT “I worry, so you don’t have to”, is how I explain to patients when something about their story or physical exam makes […]
Blockchains are the building blocks of better healthcare
Rather than having multiple digital ledgers for the industry, better health care results require a single global blockchain that massively scales, capable of efficiently handling […]
Lupin Limited-Walk-In Interviews for Production/ Quality Assurance/ Quality Control On 13th & 14th Mar’ 2021
Lupin Limited-Walk-In Interviews for Production/ Quality Assurance/ Quality Control On 13th & 14th Mar’ 2021 Lupin Limited-Walk-In Interviews for Production/ Quality Assurance/ Quality Control On […]
Metrochem API (P) Ltd.-Openings for -Trainee Chemist – R&D API On 12th March 2021
Metrochem API (P) Ltd.-Openings for -Trainee Chemist – R&D API On 12th March 2021 Job Description APT -Performing Lab Experiments as per instructions by team […]
ViewPoints Interview: Merz Aesthetics’ Dr. Terri Phillips Shares Insight on GP Campaign for Xeomin
In an interview with PharmaShots, Dr. Terri Phillips, Chief Medical Affairs Officer at Merz Aesthetics shared her views on the new campaign with Gwyneth Paltrow […]
How are States Addressing Racial Equity in COVID-19 Vaccine Efforts?
This brief reviews information available through state websites and publicly available vaccine distribution plans to provide greater insight into how states are addressing equity through […]
Fauci to spring breakers: ‘Don’t put your guard down completely’
Anthony Fauci is advising those looking to travel for spring break to not completely let their guard down and to be prudent “a bit longer” […]
Symed Labs Limited-Walk-In Interviews for Production/ Engineering On 13th, 14th & 15th Mar’ 2021
Symed Labs Limited-Walk-In Interviews for Production/ Engineering On 13th, 14th & 15th Mar’ 2021 Symed Labs Limited-Walk-In Interviews for Production/ Engineering On 13th, 14th & […]
UK variant more deadly than other coronavirus strains: study
The U.K. variant of COVID-19 is more deadly than other coronavirus strains, according to a study in the British Medical Journal published Wednesday. Researchers at […]
Increased outreach is helping create long term value for India’s big pharma
In recent years, there has been a conscious attempt by companies to increase visibility in the form of increased patient outreach, higher investments on brands, […]
Gilead Present Results of Lenacapavir in P-II/III CAPELLA Trial for the Treatment of HIV at CROI
Shots: The P-II/III CAPELLA trial involves assessing lenacapavir (SC, every 6mos.) vs PBO in 36 participants in a ratio (2:1) with multi-drug resistant HIV-1 infection […]
Biotechs to test feasibility of a shelf-stable, powder mRNA COVID-19 vaccine
GreenLight Biosciences Inc. and TFF Pharmaceuticals Inc. have partnered to conduct feasibility studies for a shelf-stable powder formulation of a messenger (m)RNA COVID-19 vaccine. They aim to […]
MPs slam £37bn NHS Test and Trace as UK endures third lockdown
There is no clear evidence that the UK’s £37 billion NHS Test and Trace programme (NHST&T) has an impact on the pandemic, according to a […]
At AstraZeneca, we know that until everyone is safe from Covid, no one is safe | Pascal Soriot
The scientific community are rising to the challenge, undertaking an unprecedented global health programme Pascal Soriot is the chief executive officer of AstraZeneca Coronavirus – […]
Maturation inhibitor shown to be safe and effective in Phase II HIV trial
ViiV Healthcare has presented positive data from its Phase IIa proof-of-concept study evaluating GSK3640254 (GSK’254), an investigational maturation inhibitor being developed to combat HIV. In […]
New Finnish company to develop a nasal spray vaccine for COVID-19
A newly founded, Finnish academic spin-out company – Rokote Laboratories Finland Ltd. – is working to develop and bring to market a nasal spray vaccine […]
SMA Foundation Collaborates with PTC to Discover and Develop Regenerative Medicine
Shots: SMA Foundation and PTC will provide an initial investment of up to $60M in research to discover & develop regenerative treatments in neuromuscular diseases […]
Pharma must adapt to embrace the opportunities of a new-look NHS
Fundamental changes to the way the NHS is structured and funded are afoot – and pharma needs to adapt to this new way of working. […]
Dr Reddy’s gets 3 observations from USFDA for US-based API plant
The audit of the company’s active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) manufacturing plant at Middleburg, New York has been completed by the US Food and Drug Administration […]
J&J manufacturing delays hit US vaccine rollout
The rollout of the US COVID-19 vaccination programme slowed up this week because manufacturing delays mean no new doses of the recently approved Johnson & […]
Here’s what’s in the $1.9T COVID-19 relief package
President Biden is on the precipice of the biggest legislative win so far in his time in office: the signing of a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 […]
Inside the UK’s leading efforts to restart clinical research
A herculean national effort has seen 69% of paused studies due to COVID restarted under the National Institute for Health Research’s (NIHR) Restart Framework. Experts […]
GP funding must not be plundered under NHS reform plans, BMA warns
GP services must not be stripped of funding under NHS plans to integrate care by breaking down ‘funding silos’ at regional level, the BMA has […]
Lupin launches generic diarrhea drug in US market
Nitazoxanide tablets, 500 mg, are indicated in the treatment of diarrhea caused by Giardia lamblia or Cryptosporidium parvum in patients 12 years of age and […]
Pfizer/BioNTech COVID jab works against Brazil variant; lab study
A laboratory study suggests Pfizer and BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine Comirnaty could be effective against a Brazilian variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus – known as P.1 […]
Sorrento Collaborates with Mount Sinai to Develop Ab Combination for Neutralizing SARS-CoV-2 and other Emerging Variants of COVID-19
Shots: The companies signed an exclusive license agreement to develop COVISHIELD + two mAb cocktail against emerging variants of SARS-CoV-2 including UK (B.1.1.7), South Africa […]
Takeda buys Maverick as T-Cell engager research hots up
Takeda is taking its option to buy the privately held biotech Maverick Therapeutics and its T-Cell engager cancer therapies for $525 million, as research into […]
Abbott capitalizes on digital health boom with virtual clinic for neuromodulation therapy
The FDA-approved virtual clinic is the medtech giant’s next step to gain share in the neurmod market from rivals Medtronic, Boston Scientific and Nevro.
Biden Got the Vaccine Rollout Humming, With Trump’s Help
Trump administration officials grumble that they laid the groundwork for surging vaccinations, but some hard work in the trenches has helped pick up the pace […]
Pfizer’s Newest Vaccine Plant Has Persistent Mold Issues, History of Recalls
Pfizer’s management knew last year there was “a mold issue” at the Kansas facility now slated to produce the drugmaker’s urgently needed covid-19 vaccine, according […]
What Childhood Vaccine Rates Can, and Can’t, Teach Us About Covid Vaccines
Polls show Americans are increasingly interested in getting vaccinated against covid-19, but such surveys are largely national, leaving a big question: When the vaccines become […]
Texas Winter Storm Exposes Gaps in Senior Living Oversight
HOUSTON — When the big, red and extremely loud fire alarm went off in Maria Skladzien’s apartment, the 74-year-old ventured into the hallway with fellow […]
For Covid ‘Long Haulers,’ Battling for Disability Benefits Adds Aggravation to Exhaustion
Use Our Content It can be republished for free. Rickie Andersen took a brief break from work in March after she fell ill. Her cough, […]
AI platform says Olumiant could be repurposed for Alzheimer’s
With so many novel drug candidates for Alzheimer’s disease failing in clinical development, researchers in the US have started using artificial intelligence (AI) to screen […]
Roche withdraws US indication for Tecentriq in bladder cancer
Tecentriq failed to improve overall survival in post-marketing study
MHRA green light for DemeRx’s opioid use disorder trial
Phase I portion of the trial will be conducted at the Manchester clinical unit of MAC Clinical Research
Novartis’ canakinumab fails to improve overall survival in lung cancer trial
Two additional Phase III trials will continue to investigate canakinumab
CQC publishes new agreement with Equality and Human Rights Commission
Agreement aims to safeguard rights of people receiving health and social care in England
La marihuana medicinal no está regulada como la mayoría de los fármacos
La industria farmacéutica carece de ensayos clínicos controlados y aleatorios que puedan establecer claramente los beneficios y los riesgos de su uso.
La marihuana medicinal no está regulada como la mayoría de los fármacos
La industria farmacéutica carece de ensayos clínicos controlados y aleatorios que puedan establecer claramente los beneficios y los riesgos de su uso.
CPhI Report forecasts explosion of contract services growth due to surging INDs and 75 FDA approvals by 2025
A post-pandemic pharma report from CPhI predicts the next few years will deliver strong growth in pharma innovation, with oncology and rare diseases potentially the biggest beneficiaries […]
ViiV Healthcare Presents Results of GSK3640254 (GSK’254) in P-IIa study for the Treatment of HIV at CROI
Shots: The P-IIa POC study involves assessing GSK3640254 (GSK’254, qd) in 34 treatment-naïve adults with HIV. The study is divided into 2 parts- in part […]
Novartis’ Canakinumab Fails to Meet its Primary Endpoint in P-III CANOPY-2 Study
Shots: The P-III CANOPY-2 study involves assessing canakinumab (ACZ885) + CT (docetaxel) in 237 adults with LA/m-NSCLC, prior treatment with PD-L1 inhibitors and Pt-based CT. […]
Takeda to Acquire Maverick for ~$525M
Shots: Takeda exercised its option to acquire Maverick for up to $525M up front as well as development and regulatory milestones including Takeda’s current equity […]
Syngenta and Botanical Solution Inc. (BSI) team up for a new botanical-based biofungicde rollout !
Davis, CA: Botanical Solution Inc. (BSI) and Syngenta, two companies which are closely aligned in their commitment to innovation and sustainability in agriculture, announce that they have […]
Consultation is open on the draft National Preventive Health Strategy
Public consultation on the draft Strategy is open until 19 April 2021. The Strategy aims to improve the health of all Australians at all stages […]
Senators Request USPTO to Provide Information on Subject Matter Eligibility
By Kevin E. Noonan — Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) has been busy letter writing lately (see “Sen. Tillis Sends Letter to President Regarding Next USPTO […]
New patent for APGDI drug MYRBETRIQ
Annual Drug Patent Expirations for MYRBETRIQ Myrbetriq is a drug marketed by Apgdi and is included in one NDA. It is available from three suppliers. […]
Which pharmaceutical companies have the most sponge dosed drugs?
This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most sponge dosed drugs. For a different perspective, see the most popular dosage types. The companies with […]
CRB Announces Design and Construction Groups Integration
CRB decided to integrate the groups to further focus on end-to-end design and construction organization in order to expand project execution and improve its client […]
Thermo Fisher to Invest More than $600 Million into Bioprocessing Production Expansions
The investments are expected to double Thermo Fisher’s manufacturing capacity while creating more than 1500 jobs at 11 manufacturing sites in the Americas, Europe, and […]
Amgen to Acquire Five Prime Therapeutics for $1.9 Billion
Through the acquisition, Amgen will have access to Five Prime’s oncology portfolio, which includes bemarituzumab, Five Prime’s Phase-III ready anti-FGFR2b antibody.
Pressure Mounts for FDA to Ramp Up Drug Inspections
Scrutiny of the vulnerability in the biopharmaceutical supply chain has increased pressure on FDA to renew site visits of domestic and foreign facilities.
Should pay toilets be illegal?
At first glance, John Cochrane makes a compelling case that pay toilets should not be illegal. The absence of pay toilets is in fact a […]
Covaxin safe, may be superior to similar vaccines: Lancet
India’s first indigenous Covid-19 vaccine Covaxin, codenamed BBV152, is safe, immunogenic and has no serious adverse effects, medical journal Lancet has said while publishing the […]
Alaska makes vaccines available to all adults
Alaska became the first state in the nation Tuesday to lift all eligibility requirements for adults to get a coronavirus vaccine.Gov. Mike Dunleavy (R) announced […]
WTO to take up India, South Africa’s intellectual property waiver plea for COVID-19 vaccine
The World Trade Organization will once again take up the proposal of India and South Africa on Wednesday and Thursday to drop certain provisions of […]
GVK Biosciences-Openings for Production Executives-Apply Now
GVK Biosciences-Openings for Production Executives-Apply Now Job Description Greetings From GVK Bio We are hiring for Production Executives (API) (Immediate Joiners Preferred). Roles and Responsibilities […]
Another Kardashian FDA letter: Biohaven smacked for Khloe’s Nurtec migraine med claims
Another Kardashian FDA letter: Biohaven smacked for Khloe’s Nurtec migraine med claims bbulik Tue, 03/09/2021 – 22:27
Unichem Laboratories Ltd-Openings for Multiple Positions for Production Dept.-Apply Now
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GVK Biosciences-Openings for Research Associate/ Senior Research Associate -Synthesis R&D-Apply Now
GVK Biosciences-Openings for Research Associate/ Senior Research Associate -Synthesis R&D-Apply Now •Job Description This position is responsible for executing chemical reactions to synthesize required quantities […]
Bryant Ranch Prepack Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Spironolactone 25 mg and 50 mg Tablets Due to Mislabeling with the Incorrect Strength
Bryant Ranch Prepack is voluntarily recalling 4 lots of Spironolactone tablets to the consumer level.
Cedar snags $200M in new funds, boosting valuation to $3.2B
Cedar, a healthcare finance technology company, saw its valuation jump to $3.2 billion after raising $200 million in a Series D funding round. It plans […]
Babylon Health buys Fresno-based practice as part of U.S. expansion
Fast growing UK telehealth provider Babylon Health bought a California-based practice as it looks to expand in the U.S. The company has several large contracts, […]
Want to end the pandemic? Send In rghe Troops.
The solution is clear, the need is urgent, and the infrastructure is in place. Send in the troops.
CBD reduces plaque, improves cognition in model of familial Alzheimer’s
A two-week course of high doses of CBD helps restore the function of two proteins key to reducing the accumulation of beta-amyloid plaque, a hallmark […]
EU-OSHA and the University of Maribor discuss the future of work
10/03/2021 EU-OSHA and the University of Maribor discuss the future of work © Picture by freepik/vanitjan Workplace automation creates new opportunities but also new challenges […]
National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health (NACOSH); Request for Nominations
[Federal Register Volume 86, (Wednesday, March 10, 2021 )] [Notice] [Pages 13758-13759] National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health (NACOSH); Request for Nominations
Motoarele cu ardere internă au un viitor luminos datorită aprinderii cu laser
Până să devină practice și tuturor accesibile mașinile electrice și alte inovații energetice, va mai fi larg folosit motorul cu ardere, rezultând astfel emisii de […]
Zapłon laserowy początkiem nowej ery silników spalinowych
Silniki spalinowe, z których użyciem wiąże się emisja gazów cieplarnianych, będą używane, póki samochody elektryczne i inne innowacje nie staną się praktyczne i przystępne cenowo. […]
L’accensione laser inaugura una nuova era per i motori a combustione
Finché auto elettriche e altre tecnologie verdi non diventeranno pratiche e convenienti per tutti, si continueranno a utilizzare i motori a combustione interna, con conseguenti […]
L’allumage par laser marque le début d’une nouvelle ère pour les moteurs à combustion
Le moteur à combustion interne perdurera, avec les émissions de gaz à effet de serre associées, tant que les voitures électriques et autres innovations économes […]
Con el encendido por láser, arranca una nueva era para los motores de combustión
Hasta que los coches eléctricos y otras opciones eficaces energéticamente sean prácticos y asequibles, se usarán motores de combustión interna, que emiten gases de efecto […]
Laser ignition lights up a new era for combustion engines
Until electric cars and other energy-efficient innovations are practical and affordable to all, the internal combustion engine will continue to be widely used, with the […]
Mit Laserzündung in ein neues Zeitalter der Verbrennungsmotoren starten
Bis Elektroautos und andere energieeffiziente Innovationen praxistauglich und für alle erschwinglich sind, laufen die Verbrennungsmotoren mit den dabei unvermeidlichen Treibhausgasemissionen weiter. Um die Umweltbelastung zu […]
New patient engagement company created as PatientPoint takes over rival Outcome Health
PatientPoint is combining with Outcome Health, which experienced a swift and sharp downfall after its former executives defrauded its clients. Together, they will form a […]
Overnight Health Care: Study finds Pfizer vaccine neutralizes Brazilian variant | New CDC guidelines a blow for ailing airline industry | House to vote Wednesday on COVID relief
Welcome to Tuesday’s Overnight Health Care. If you were worried about President Biden’s dogs after Major reportedly bit a staff member, they will be back […]
Democrats spar over COVID-19 vaccine strategy
Publicly, House Democrats are largely united behind a simple message surrounding COVID-19 vaccines: Get one as soon as you can and take whichever one is […]
How Covid-19 is changing rare diseases research
While Covid has made many aspects of living with a rare disease more difficult, it has inspired policies and techniques that could help rare disease […]
Maryland removes capacity limits on businesses, restaurants
Maryland is lifting many of its coronavirus restrictions, including capacity limits on stores, gyms and restaurants, Gov. Larry Hogan (R) announced Tuesday.Large outdoor spaces such as stadiums […]
What providers and insurers can expect from the latest COVID-19 relief bill
While health insurers should see significant wins with billions of dollars in subsidies to help laid-off workers keep their coverage, hospitals were denied most of […]
Koch network urges lawmakers to back ‘personal option’ health plan
A group backed by the wealthy conservative donor David Koch is pushing lawmakers in Washington to consider a new alternative to the healthcare reform supported […]
Bharat Bio seeks review of clinical trial mode for Covaxin Vaccine
Covaxin, which is India’s first indigenously developed vaccine, has also been declared to be “safe, immunogenic with no serious side effects” in an article published […]
After Building In-Home Primary Care Powerhouse, Heal CEO Steps Down
Less than a decade ago, Heal co-founder Nick Desai would regularly drive around Los Angeles with his wife and business partner, Dr. Renee Dua, carrying […]
Proton beam coverage suit against UnitedHealthcare moves forward
A federal judge denied UnitedHealthcare’s motion to dismiss a proposed class-action suit that alleges the Minnetonka, Minn.-based insurer improperly denied benefits and did not live […]
Eli Lilly COVID-19 antibody combo aces study, cutting hospitalizations and deaths by a whopping 87%
Eli Lilly COVID-19 antibody combo aces study, cutting hospitalizations and deaths by a whopping 87% esagonowsky Tue, 03/09/2021 – 16:27
Health Insurance Marketplace Calculator
The Health Insurance Marketplace Calculator, updated with 2021 premium data and to reflect subsidies in the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provides estimates of […]
Digital physical therapy company Hinge Health expands into pain relief
The digital physical therapy company acquired a startup making a small, adhesive device that use electrical pulses for pain treatment.
COVID-19 death forecasts decline
COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. are forecasted to decrease in the upcoming weeks even as some predict a rise in cases associated with more contagious […]
#Healthin2Point00, Episode 189 | DispatchHealth, TytoCare and Highmark Health
Today on Health in 2 Point 00, we’re wishing Jess a happy belated birthday! On Episode 189, Jess asks me about DispatchHealth raising a massive […]
Did Medieval Medicine Pave the Way for Value-Based Payment
Did Medieval Medicine Pave the Way for Value-Based Payment A new book about Medieval Medicine reveals that many factors that influenced medicine then are the […]
LLR Partners Backs Health Recovery Solutions in Series C
Health Recovery Solutions (HRS) — the telehealth and remote patient monitoring (RPM) solutions company that specializes in the home setting — has raised additional capital […]
Volunteers are key at vaccine sites. It pays off with a shot
Many people who don’t yet qualify for a vaccine—including those who are young and healthy—have been volunteering in hopes of getting a dose they otherwise […]
Health panel expands lung cancer screening for more smokers
Usually, lung cancer is diagnosed too late for a good chance at survival. But some Americans who are at especially high risk get an annual […]
Aetna accuses Mednax of destroying evidence in overbilling suit: 5 things to know
In a lawsuit filed three years ago, Aetna alleged that Mednax had overbilled for medical procedures and services. Now, the insurer is accusing the medical […]
Push is on for states to ban organ transplant discrimination
Denying organ transplants to people with intellectual and neurodevelopmental disabilities like Down syndrome or autism is common in the U.S., even though it is illegal […]
Providence is latest health system to attribute 2020 loss to COVID-19 pandemic
Washington-based Providence said higher expenses and an “unprecedented” drop in volumes—both side effects of the COVID-19 pandemic—drove its more than $300 million operating loss in […]
Health systems need proven solutions—not just flash—when adopting tech
Artificial intelligence, machine learning and cloud computing are a few of the cutting-edge technologies making the rounds in healthcare. But even with those in its […]
Cleveland Clinic weathers 2020 financial challenges by cutting capital spending, accepting government funds
The $10.6 billion in revenue the Clinic reported for 2020 was actually slightly higher than in 2019, but fell short of the $11.1 billion in […]
Ongoing adjustments helped Cleveland Clinic weather 2020 financial challenges
The $10.6 billion in revenue the Clinic reported for 2020 was actually slightly higher than in 2019, but fell short of the $11.1 billion in […]
HHS Extends Comment Period for HIPAA Privacy Rule Changes
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‘This Is What Patients Want’: Home-Based Care Model Lowers Total Cost of Care by 44%
A new report from Washington, D.C.-based health care consulting firm Avalere Health is shining a brighter light on home-based care and its ability to drastically […]
Therapy sneaks into hard layer of pancreatic cancer tumor and destroys it from within
Researchers demonstrated that a new tumor-penetrating therapy could enhance the effects of chemotherapy, reduce the spread of pancreatic cancer and increase survival in animal models.
Pfizer Covid shot neutralises Brazilian strain in lab study
In lab experiments, the shot demonstrated “roughly equivalent” levels of neutralising activity against the Brazil and UK strains compared with a version of the virus […]
Machine Learning System Uses Smart Speakers to Monitor Heartbeat
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