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How are digital biomarkers reshaping Parkinson’s disease research?

Bio Pharma Dive

Your Parkinson’s disease trials need better data. Hear how digital biomarkers change the game.

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HIV vaccines suffer setbacks but new approaches could turn the tide

Pharmaceutical Technology

Only a few weeks into the new year, the prospect of getting a successful advanced HIV vaccine shrank after the discontinuation of yet another late-stage trial. On January 18, Janssen, a Johnson & Johnson (J&J) subsidiary, stated that its vaccine was not effective in preventing HIV infections. This marks the second time one of Janssen’s HIV vaccines failed after another showed disappointing results in the Phase IIb Imbokodo trial in August 2021.

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The possible effects of cinnamon on memory and learning

Medical Xpress

Cinnamon, the well-known aromatic spice that many of us use to bake cakes and cook savory dishes, is derived from the inner bark of Cinnamomum trees. These are evergreen trees found in the Himalayas and other mountain areas, as well as in rainforests and other forests in southern China, India and Southeast Asia.

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Opinion: Disruptive science is leaping forward, not limping along

STAT News

A recent study and accompanying news story in the preeminent journal Nature provocatively concludes that disruptive innovation in science has dramatically and mysteriously declined 90% since 1945. The study has prompted a wave of news coverage and tweets decrying the apparent languishing of modern science. We feel that the authors make interesting observations on publishing trends, but their conclusions seem to be quite disconnected from the valuable and transformative innovations that benefit h

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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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FDA to convene advisers on review of RSV vaccines from GSK, Pfizer

Bio Pharma Dive

The agency is currently assessing applications filed by the two companies for what they hope will become the first vaccines against the virus in older adults.

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US FDA approves GSK’s Jesduvroq to treat anaemia of CKD

Pharmaceutical Technology

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved GlaxoSmithKline ’s (GSK) Jesduvroq (daprodustat) to treat anaemia caused by chronic kidney disease (CKD) in adults who have been on dialysis for at least four months. Jesduvroq is an oral hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor (HIF-PHI). It is claimed to be the only HIF-PHI approved in the country that offers a new oral treatment option for adult patients on dialysis with anaemia of CKD.

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STAT+: Medicare Advantage insurers to repay billions under final federal audit rule

STAT News

The federal government will audit Medicare Advantage insurers aggressively under a rule finalized Monday, which is expected to result in billions of dollars in overpayments going back toward Medicare’s trust fund and patients over the next decade. However, federal officials watered down one of the auditing policies by giving insurers seven years of immunity from having the samples of their diagnosis coding errors extrapolated to their broader Medicare Advantage membership.

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FDA approves cancer drugs from Lilly, Menarini

Bio Pharma Dive

The agency’s clearance of Jaypirca gives Lilly another win from its Loxo buyout, while Menarini Group’s bet on Radius Health’s oral SERD has now paid off with Orserdu’s OK.

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Pfizer reports 30% operational growth in full-year 2022 revenues

Pharmaceutical Technology

Pfizer has reported a 30% operational growth in revenues to $100.3bn in full-year 2022 compared with $81.2bn reported last year. The revenues grew 2% operationally excluding Paxlovid and Comirnaty’s contributions. In the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2022, they increased 13% operationally to $24.3bn compared to $23.8bn in the same quarter last year. On an operational basis, the revenues rose by 5%, omitting contributions from Paxlovid and Comirnaty.

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A baby spent 36 days at an in-network hospital. Why did her parents get a huge bill?

NPR Health - Shots

A family had more than $12,000 in medical bills they couldn't explain after their baby was delivered early. It turns out the doctors who cared for her worked at a different, out-of-network hospital.

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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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These blood-clot catching devices have been controversial for years. Why are doctors still relying on them?

STAT News

Inferior vena cava filters are supposed to save lives. The spider-like devices catch blood clots before they can travel up to the lung and cause deadly pulmonary embolisms. But for over a decade, these devices have been dogged by questions about how well they work and the serious complications they can cause for patients. The latest data make clear they’re still causing problems: Researchers examined a Food and Drug Administration database and found that adverse event reports related to t

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Biotech CFOs eye research cuts, partnerships amid sector retrenchment: report

Bio Pharma Dive

The report, a yearly poll of 100 financing executives by accounting and consulting firm BDO, revealed the many levers young drugmakers are pulling to conserve cash.

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Magazine: CRISPR gene therapies cut through in 2023

Pharmaceutical Technology

If things go as per plan, in a few months, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will deliberate on the first-of-its-kind CRISPR-based gene therapy for sickle cell disease (SCD) and transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia. Having made significant advances in a relatively short period of time, CRISPR research is now edging closer to reaching the clinic , and this month’s cover story takes a look at the major players in this field and the big events that could break through this year.

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Junk food companies say they're trying to do good. A new book raises doubts

NPR Health - Shots

As the marketing of soda and fast food ramps up around the world, the companies involved forge partnerships to help the poor. The new book 'Junk Food Politics ' casts a critical eye at their efforts.

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How Machine Learning Drives Clinical Trial Efficiency

Clinical trial data management is increasingly challenging as studies grow in complexity. Quickly accessing and analyzing study data is vital for assessing trial progress and patient safety. In this paper, we explore real-time data access and analysis for proactive study management. We investigate using adverse event (AE) data to monitor safety and discuss a clinical analytics platform that supports collaboration and data review workflows.

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Survey: A majority of Americans support banning all tobacco products

STAT News

WASHINGTON — A majority of Americans support banning all tobacco products, according to a new poll published by researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The survey , which was published Thursday in the peer-reviewed journal Preventing Chronic Disease, asked 6,455 people nationwide: “To what extent would you support a policy to prohibit the sale of all tobacco products?

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Magenta to explore sale, merger after study setback

Bio Pharma Dive

The biotech recently stopped a trial of its experimental conditioning regimen over safety concerns. Now it’s halting further development work as it undertakes a strategic review.

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Merck reports 2% increase in worldwide sales in Q4 2022

Pharmaceutical Technology

Merck (MSD outside North America) has reported a 2% increase in worldwide sales to $13.83bn in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2022 from $13.52bn in the previous year’s quarter. The company’s pharmaceutical sales recorded a 1% rise to $12.18bn compared to $12.03bn in the prior-year quarter. For the quarter, GAAP earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations was $1.18, indicating a 22% decline from $1.5 in the same quarter last year.

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SNAP recipients will lose their pandemic boost and may face other reductions by March

NPR Health - Shots

Congress ended the temporary benefit meant to help low-income households with pandemic-era hardships. A huge increase in Social Security benefits may mean some households see further SNAP reductions.

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What the FDA's New Dosage Guidance Means for the Future of Clinical Research

Speaker: Dr. Ben Locwin - Biopharmaceutical Executive & Healthcare Futurist

What will the future hold for clinical research? A recent draft from the FDA provides valuable insight. In "Optimizing the Dosage of Human Prescription Drugs and Biological Products for the Treatment of Oncologic Diseases," the FDA notes that "targeted therapies demonstrate different dose-response relationships compared to cytotoxic chemotherapy, such that doses below the Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) may have similar efficacy to the MTD but with fewer toxicities.

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MRI scans reveal disparate impact of poverty and other ‘toxic stress’ on brains of Black children

STAT News

Stressful experiences during early childhood — particularly economic strife — appear to act as a toxic stressor that can alter regions of the brain tied to the processing of stress and trauma, according to a new study published Wednesday. The researchers found that Black children were impacted more than white children, largely because of the higher amounts of poverty and adversity they face.

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Biotech startup Structure pulls off rare IPO, raising $161M

Bio Pharma Dive

The company’s lead drug could be an oral alternative to marketed diabetes and obesity drugs from Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly.

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J&J's pharma group quietly works through global overhaul, with layoffs expected to reach multiple countries

Fierce Pharma

J&J's pharma group quietly works through global overhaul, with layoffs expected to reach multiple countries mbayer Fri, 02/03/2023 - 09:29

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Muslim-American opinions on abortion are complex. What does Islam actually say?

NPR Health - Shots

Since the Supreme Court ended the constitutional right to an abortion, many Muslims Americans have been turning to their faith to try to figure out: What does Islam say about the issue?

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The New Age of Decentralized Clinical Trials

This new white paper defines and details the impact of Decentralized Clinical Trials on the Pharmaceutical industry and how the impact can be measured along with steps companies can take to ensure adoption.

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STAT+: Biden administration floats major 2024 pay cut for Medicare Advantage plans

STAT News

Medicare Advantage insurers could face an average 2.3% cut to baseline payments in 2024, the Biden administration said Wednesday. If the proposal stands, it would be a net cut of more than $3 billion to the industry. The major reason behind the proposed pay cut: Medicare officials want to update data and coding systems that are used to explain the health conditions of an insurance company’s enrollees.

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COVID-19 vaccine maker Medicago to close down

Bio Pharma Dive

The company, which worked with GSK to develop a coronavirus shot, is ceasing operations after its corporate parent cut off further investment.

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Scientists create more efficient CAR immunotherapies using a molecular anchor

Medical Xpress

Adding a molecular anchor to the key protein used to recognize cancer in cellular immunotherapies can make the treatments significantly more effective. Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital found that immune cells with the anchored protein increased cancer killing, regardless of their cell type or the kind of cancer targeted.

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Scant obesity training in medical school leaves docs ill-prepared to help patients

NPR Health - Shots

Most doctors get little training in the science of obesity or how to counsel people with the disease. As a result, many patients experience stigma in the exam room.

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Accelerating Clinical Supply Through Integrated Drug Development

As the development pipeline for new drugs continues to grow, biopharmaceutical companies are re-evaluating how to best manage and balance resources across an increasing number of development projects and complex clinical trials. There are two approaches that can be used to speed a drug from development to clinic faster: timeline compression and parallel processing, but only one that considers the benefits of integrating clinical supply into the overall drug development process.

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Opinion: Promises — and pitfalls — of ChatGPT-assisted medicine

STAT News

Not long after the artificial intelligence company OpenAI released its ChatGPT chatbot, the application went viral. Five days after its release, it had garnered 1 million users. Since then, it has been called world-changing , a tipping point for artificial intelligence, and the beginning of a new technological revolution. Like others, we began exploring potential medical applications for ChatGPT, which was trained on more than 570 gigabytes of online textual data, extracted from sources like boo

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Karuna, hoping to find new brain drugs, buys up a shuttering biotech’s pipeline

Bio Pharma Dive

Though Goldfinch Bio focused on kidney diseases, Karuna believes its experimental drugs may have potential treating psychiatric and neurological conditions.

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Possible new way to reduce pain inspired by chickens

Medical Xpress

Stanford Medicine researchers have discovered a possible new way to treat pain without the use of opioids. By targeting a specific area of a well-known pain receptor, they were able to reduce pain sensitivity in mice without affecting the receptor's other functions, such as sensitivity to heat.

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AbbVie's blockbuster drug Humira finally loses its 20-year, $200 billion monopoly

NPR Health - Shots

U.S. doctors can now choose Amjevita instead, the first of several close copies of the popular rheumatoid arthritis drug expected this year. But industry-watchers warn consumer savings may be limited.

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Deliver Fast, Flexible Clinical Trial Insights with Spotfire

Clinical research has entered a new era, one that requires real-time analytics and visualization to allow trial leaders to work collaboratively and to develop, at the click of a mouse, deep insights that enable proactive study management. Learn how Revvity Signals helps drug developers deliver clinical trial data insights in real-time using a fast and flexible data and analytics platform to empower data-driven decision-making.