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Europe taps CSL Seqirus to produce bird flu vaccines for pandemic preparedness efforts

Fierce Pharma

Right after signing on to help with bird flu pandemic preparedness efforts in the U.S., CSL Seqirus has agreed to do the same in Europe through a vaccine supply pact. | The vaccine maker will deliver 665,000 doses of its avian flu-matched pre-pandemic vaccine. Under a 4-year contract, authorities can purchase up to 40 million doses.

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New polymer-based drug delivery system developed for tuberculosis

European Pharmaceutical Review

Researchers have reported the successful formulation of clofazimine spray-dried poly (lactic acid-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) microparticles as an “efficient” treatment for tuberculosis (TB). In treating this bacterial infection, the paper highlighted that oral therapy often fails to achieve therapeutic concentrations at the primary infection site, the lungs.

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After M&A stretch, Pfizer CEO says company needs 'breathing period' from large deals

Fierce Pharma

Amid a recent biopharma M&A resurgence, one major player plans to stay out of the waters after making multiple recent splashes. | Though not for lack of business development capacity, Pfizer is currently taking a large dealmaking “breathing period,” CEO Albert Bourla told investors this week at Goldman Sachs’ 2024 annual Global Healthcare Conference in Miami.

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Ipsen, Genfit Drug That Missed in MASH Wins FDA Approval in a Much Rarer Liver Disease

MedCity News

Iqirvo failed as a treatment for the fatty liver disease MASH, but the drug is now FDA approved in primary biliary cholangitis. An Intercept Pharmaceuticals drug already treats this rare liver disease and Gilead Sciences is poised to compete with its PBC drug approaching an FDA decision this summer. The post Ipsen, Genfit Drug That Missed in MASH Wins FDA Approval in a Much Rarer Liver Disease appeared first on MedCity News.

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AI Strategies for Sales Managers: How to Cut Down on Tedious Admin Work

What if you could help your sellers stop wasting 72% of their day on non-selling activities and focus on bringing in revenue? Incorporating AI in your enablement workflows can help you cut down on busy work, get projects done faster, and let your team (and you!) focus on making a bigger impact. We put together this guide to show you how to use AI to cut time and costs for projects, including collateral creation, development of training videos, and automating tedious processes.

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Gilead forks over $40M to settle thousands of claims in web of litigation over alleged delay of safer HIV meds

Fierce Pharma

As Gilead Sciences awaits the progression of California state litigation over its alleged delay of safer HIV drugs, the company is biding its time with a proposed $40 million settlement t | More than 2,000 plaintiffs accused the HIV drugmaker of purposely waiting to launch safer TAF-based meds in the early 2000s in order to maximize profits from its older TDF-based products.

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Lilly’s Alzheimer’s drug set to join Leqembi after FDA vote

pharmaphorum

An FDA advisory committee has delivered a strong endorsement to Eli Lilly’s Alzheimer’s disease therapy donanemab, voting unanimously that the safety and efficacy of the amyloid-busting drug support its approval. The independent advisors on the Peripheral and Central Nervous System Drugs Advisory Committee voted by 11 to zero that donanemab’s benefits outweigh its risks, and by the same margin that the data submitted by Lilly to support its efficacy was convincing.

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Report: MA Beneficiaries Spend $2,500 Less on Healthcare Than Traditional Medicare Beneficiaries

MedCity News

A report conducted by ATI Advisory and commissioned by Better Medicare Alliance found that Medicare Advantage beneficiaries have lower healthcare spending than fee-for-service Medicare enrollees. This is true across racial and ethnic groups, according to the report. The post Report: MA Beneficiaries Spend $2,500 Less on Healthcare Than Traditional Medicare Beneficiaries appeared first on MedCity News.

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Ipsen, Genfit gain FDA approval for Iqirvo in liver disorder, teeing up Intercept showdown

Fierce Pharma

Once hyped as a potential blockbuster medicine for metabolic-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), Ipsen and Genfit’s elafibranor has found its calling as a treatment for a lower-profile liver disorde | Once hyped as a potential blockbuster medicine for metabolic-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), Ipsen and Genfit’s elafibranor has found its calling as a treatment for a lower-profile liver disorder.

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Navigating the Tricky Climate of Health Tech Funding

MedCity News

Getting would-be investors—and the right kind of investors—to notice and care about your company requires a robust strategy. The post Navigating the Tricky Climate of Health Tech Funding appeared first on MedCity News.

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Ahead of UK election, life sciences trade group pushes politicians to boost local industry

Fierce Pharma

As the U.K. braces for a potential government shake-up ahead of its general election next month, the country’s premier biopharma trade organization is throwing down the gauntlet. | The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry is challenging U.K. political parties to blueprint their plans to unlock the nation’s healthcare industry potential, according to a press release issued Monday.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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FDA clears Ipsen’s primary biliary cholangitis drug

pharmaphorum

Ipsen has been given accelerated approval by the FDA for Iqirvo, which becomes the dual PPAR alpha/delta agonist for rare cholestatic liver disease primary biliary cholangitis (PBC).

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How Regulatory Ambiguity is Impeding Healthcare Innovation

MedCity News

America should be a global leader in healthcare. Instead, we rank last among our peers, and outmoded regulations are holding us back. The post How Regulatory Ambiguity is Impeding Healthcare Innovation appeared first on MedCity News.

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AstraZeneca Tagrisso sNDA gains FDA priority review for lung cancer

Pharmaceutical Technology

AstraZeneca's sNDA for Tagrisso has obtained FDA priority review for unresectable, Stage III EGFRm non-small cell lung cancer.

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UK pharma industry delivers election ‘wish list’

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The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) is calling on political parties contesting the general election to spell out their plans to nurture and drive growth in the life sciences sector and deliver for patients.

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How to Prove Marketing Value: Demonstrate Content ROI and Contribution to Sales

Every marketer knows how important it is to prove their efforts drive sales opportunities, but that’s easier said than done. When problems like sales and marketing misalignment, lack of data, and wasted efforts persist, marketers can’t measure, prove, or increase their impact on revenue at a time when demonstrating marketing value is critical. Using analyst and expert data, this guide to marketing impact and content attribution explains: How B2B buyers use content The most common types of conten

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How Good Referral Pathways Impact Vascular and Overall Health

MedCity News

As with so many other conditions, in vascular health, patients often need to be seen within a few days or weeks, but current referral systems drag on for many weeks and months. The post How Good Referral Pathways Impact Vascular and Overall Health appeared first on MedCity News.

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Purity, potency, and safety – affordably – in stem cell therapy

pharmaphorum

In a new episode of the pharmaphorum podcast, web editor Nicole Raleigh discusses stem cell therapy, and accessibility to and affordability of such treatment, with Rafael R Carazo Salas, founder and CEO of CellVoyant, an AI-first biotechnology company spun out from the University of Bristol.

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Mount Sinai Medical Center Taps HealthSnap to Improve Chronic Conditions Management

MedCity News

South Florida-based Mount Sinai Medical Center announced a new remote patient monitoring and chronic care management partnership with HealthSnap, a Miami-based virtual care management platform. The partnership is aimed at improving outcomes among the health system’s Medicare population. The post Mount Sinai Medical Center Taps HealthSnap to Improve Chronic Conditions Management appeared first on MedCity News.

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EU orders bird flu vaccine supplies from CSL Seqirus

pharmaphorum

CSL Seqirus will provide 665,000 doses of bird flu vaccine to the European Commission to protect at-risk workers and guard against a potential outbreak

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Optimizing Clinical Supply Strategy: Navigating Challenges & Finding Your Ideal Model

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What Is Schema Markup for Healthcare & Why Is It Crucial for Modern SEO?

Healthcare Success

Schema markup is one of the levers that search engine optimization (SEO) specialists can leverage. Yet, it is surprisingly underutilized, making it an opportune way to increase your healthcare organization’s visibility on search engine results pages (SERPs). According to SEMRush, 92% of the top 10 results in Google Search incorporate schema markup. Although correlation does not equal causation, Google has mentioned in their documentation the importance of the correct schema to help improve their

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GSK et al file appeal to Delaware Zantac order

pharmaphorum

GSK and other drugmakers have lost no time in filing an appeal to a Delaware court’s decision to allow more than 70,000 Zantac-related lawsuits to go ahead. Just over a week ago, Judge Vivian Medinilla of Delaware Superior Court issued an order ruling that cases claiming Zantac (ranitidine) could cause cancer were “admissible”, sparking a sell-off in GSK shares that wiped billions off its market cap.

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A "Dashboard of Zero" for your Sales Pipeline

Clear Pivot

One of the best ways to find aging deals in your sales pipeline is to build a report that specifically highlights them. Here's how we do that in HubSpot.

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ALZpath licenses Alzheimer’s diagnosis tech to Roche

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Diagnostics giant Roche is putting its weight behind a biomarker for Alzheimer’s disease developed by ALZpath.

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Increase Revenue With Better, Faster Sales Onboarding

Quotas need to be hit. Revenue goals need to be met. This reality makes shortening sales onboarding time a top priority. Organizations with a standard onboarding process boost employee retention by 58% and increase productivity by 50%. Unfortunately, many companies struggle with inefficient processes that lead to high turnover and missed revenue opportunities.

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LucyTx announces additional $12.5m research funding for neurological diseases

PharmaTimes

Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease are responsible for more than 30 million cases globally

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Strategies for Adapting Pharma Sales to Rural and Urban Markets in Alberta

Scott’s Directories

Navigating the diverse healthcare landscape of Alberta requires a strategic approach, particularly for pharmaceutical companies aiming to connect with medical professionals in both urban centers and rural areas. With a comprehensive list of doctors in Alberta at your disposal, you can tailor your outreach to meet the unique needs of various regions.

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US researchers develop AI liquid biopsy test to help identify lung cancer earlier

PharmaTimes

The leading cause of cancer globally accounts for an estimated 1.

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Top 5 Doctor Lead Generation Strategies for Busy Sales Reps in Nova Scotia

Scott’s Directories

Navigating the healthcare landscape to connect with doctors can be challenging, especially for busy sales reps. In Nova Scotia, leveraging efficient strategies can make all the difference. Here, we discuss five top doctor lead generation strategies that will streamline your outreach and help you connect with healthcare professionals effectively. 1. Harness the Power of the Nova Scotia Doctors Directory One of the most effective tools at your disposal is the Nova Scotia Doctors Directory.

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European Clinical Supply Planning: Balancing Cost, Flexibility and Time

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CCC Becomes a Founding Member of the Leiden Institute for FAIR and Equitable Science

Copyright Clearance Center

CCC joined forces with other industry stakeholders to launch the Leiden Institute for FAIR and Equitable Science (LIFES). In recognition of the challenges that exist with data reuse within the global research community, LIFES is a joint effort by an international public-private partnership of eleven academic and private organizations to build a wide and diverse network of public and private members that want to incorporate FAIR data principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) and

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Calcium+Company Announces New Chief Creative Officer, Bruno Brasileiro

PM360

Calcium+Company, a leading mid-sized diversified health communications group, is pleased to announce the promotion of Bruno Brasileiro from Executive Creative Director to Chief Creative Officer, based in the New York office. Brasileiro is an award-winning creative leader with more than 20 years of experience working in a variety of therapeutic categories and for a wide range of leading consumer and pharmaceutical clients.

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AI in Pharmaceutical Training: From Pilots to Full Rollouts

Quantified

The pharmaceutical industry is changing fast, driven by AI. This technology is transforming how training teams work. Our recent webinar, “From Hype to Results: Practical Strategies for AI Enablement of the Field Force,” featured insights from Shawn Moran of ZS and Hallie Lynch from Quantified. Here’s a summary of the key points and a call to action to watch the full recording.

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Purdue Pharma gets grant for tamper resistant opioid analgesic extended release dosage form

Pharmaceutical Technology

Discover Purdue Pharma's innovative tamper-resistant opioid analgesic dosage form with extended release properties. Learn about the patented solid oral form designed for controlled drug release and enhanced safety in medication administration.

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Using Generative AI in Sales: Pros, Cons, and Considerations According to Sellers

Are your sellers unsure about using AI in their day-to-day workflows? Or are they eager to try but uncertain where to start? They might be asking: Which tasks are best suited for AI? How will using AI affect my relationship with my customers? With so many tools available, which ones are the most useful to me? To help answer these and other common questions about using AI during the sales cycle, we surveyed B2B sellers who were early adopters to get their insight and advice about how to use gen A