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Dark chocolate might have health perks, but should you worry about lead in your bar?

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Dark chocolate bars tested by Consumer Reports exceeded California's daily maximum allowable dose levels for lead or cadmium. But a toxicologist says eaten in moderation, it's nothing to worry about.

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From the World Cup to the Olympics, sports medicine is racing to improve how injuries are treated

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Whether they’re in a World Cup match or an Olympic race, injuries can be devastating for elite athletes — particularly when they prove difficult to treat quickly. “Sports medicine today is still extremely primitive,” said Kentaro Onishi, an assistant professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and doctor on the International Olympic Committee.

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Perceiving without seeing: How light resets your internal clock

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We mark our days by sunlight, with special receptors in our eyes that respond to light and help reset our body clocks each day. This man can't see, but is still a circadian wiz. Here's how.

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STAT+: Eli Lilly diabetes drug Mounjaro in short supply, FDA says

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has declared a shortage of Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro, the latest diabetes drug to be in short supply. Due to increased demand for the medication, pharmacies may experience delays in receiving full shipments of the 5-milligram dose through January, according to a posting this week on the regulator’s website.

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Unlocking Excellence: How Catalent Is Transforming Japan’s Clinical Research

Planning on running clinical trials in Japan? How can you reliably supply these studies? Discover Catalent’s clinical supply packaging facility in Shiga, Japan. Strategically located between Tokyo and Osaka, and one of largest in Japan, this 6,000 square meter facility offers comprehensive services including primary and secondary clinical packaging and labelling, comparator sourcing, cold chain storage, local and global distribution, local language support and white glove service to support stud

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Cyberattacks on hospitals thwart India's push to digitize health care

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Prime Minister Modi's ambitious plan to transition all Indians' health records online is running up against weak cybersecurity systems and a lack of data protection laws.

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FDA approves "glowing tumor" imaging drug to aid lung cancer surgery

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the targeted imaging agent Cytalux (pafolacianine) for use in lung cancer surgery. This injectable diagnostic binds to cancerous tissue and glows when stimulated by near-infrared light, making it easier for surgeons to remove tumors completely while sparing healthy tissue.

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Short bursts of physical activity during daily life may lower risk of premature death

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Most of us know that regular exercise is important for our health and longevity. But with our busy schedules, many of us struggle to find the time to fit in a workout. Data from our latest study has shown that you don't need a lengthy workout to get health benefits from exercise.

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New patent expiration for Thea Pharma drug ZIOPTAN

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Annual Drug Patent Expirations for ZIOPTAN Zioptan is a drug marketed by Thea Pharma and is included in one NDA. It is available from two suppliers. There are three patents…. The post New patent expiration for Thea Pharma drug ZIOPTAN appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Not all pediatric cases of type 2 diabetes have obesity

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Not all pediatric patients with type 2 diabetes have obesity, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis published online Dec. 15 in JAMA Network Open.

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New tentative approval for Amneal Pharms drug saxagliptin

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[![saxagliptin structure]([link] Saxagliptin is the generic ingredient in one branded drug marketed by Astrazeneca Ab and is included in one NDA. There are two patents protecting this compound. There are…. The post New tentative approval for Amneal Pharms drug saxagliptin appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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The New Age of Decentralized Clinical Trials

White paper that delves into the complex topic of Decentralized Clinical Trials and how to master them within the confines of FDA Regulations

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Lifestyle may counter genetic risk for thyroid cancer

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Genetic and lifestyle factors are independently associated with incident thyroid cancer, according to a study published online Dec. 12 in JAMA Network Open.

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New tentative approval for Teva Pharms drug eltrombopag

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[![eltrombopag structure]([link] Eltrombopag is the generic ingredient in two branded drugs marketed by Novartis and is included in two NDAs. There are eight patents protecting this compound. There are four…. The post New tentative approval for Teva Pharms drug eltrombopag appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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HPV vaccination rates increased after ACIP update for adults aged 27 to 45

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Increases in human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine administration were seen in adults aged 27 to 45 years after the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommended patient-clinician shared decision-making about HPV vaccination in adults aged 27 to 45 years in 2019, according to a study published online Dec. 16 in JAMA Health Forum.

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Drug Patent Expirations for the Week of December 18, 2022

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TOBI PODHALER (tobramycin) Mylan speciality lp Patent: 9,421,166 Expiration: Dec 19, 2022 See More … For more information on how DrugPatentWatch can help with your pharmaceutical business intelligence needs, contact…. The post Drug Patent Expirations for the Week of December 18, 2022 appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Roles and Responsibilities of Specialized Clinical Supply Experts

When selecting a clinical supply provider, consideration often focuses upon the manufacturing, packaging, storage and distribution capabilities available that will, at face-value, be sufficient to meet the needs of the sponsor and their trial. However, there are human-based and knowledge-driven factors that are often overlooked that go beyond these basic physical capabilities and are integral to the development and delivery of high performing clinical supply chains.

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People addicted to opioids rarely get life-saving medications. That may change.

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The Biden administration is moving to make it easier for Americans with opioid addiction to gain access to medical treatments proven to save lives. (Image credit: Kevin D.

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Which pharmaceutical companies have supplementary protection certificates in the most countries?

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This chart shows the drug companies with the most supplementary protection certificates (SPCs). SPCs are used in European Union and select others to encourage pharmaceutical innovation by compensating for the…. The post Which pharmaceutical companies have supplementary protection certificates in the most countries? appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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