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Mike Hollan is an assistant managing editor for Pharmaceutical Executive and Medical Device and Technology and can be reached at mhollan@mjhlifesciences.com.
Cybersecurity Firm Says it Has Removed Hundreds of Sites Selling Fake Weight Loss Drugs
BrandShield states that it has identified sites selling counterfeit versions of Wegovy and Ozempic, among other drugs.
At-Home Patients and AI: Q&A with Riccardo Butta
Butta discusses how new technologies are being implemented in at-home devices.
Health Advocate Partners with Tava Health to Increase Access to Teletherapy
Tava’s network of therapists will be added to Health Advocate’s existing network.
Fighting for Innovation
Damien Bailly, president of established markets at Astellas, discusses why partnerships and collaborations are a critical organizational—and wider ecosystem—imperative in ensuring that patients have access to the medicines they need.
DeepScribe Brings Ambient AI to AWS Marketplace
Users will be able to access DeepScribe’s documentation platform through AWS.
CipherHealth Announces Medication Affordability & Adherence Program
The program is designed to tackle issues related to the high cost of prescription medication.
Vera Whole Health Announces Launch of Value-Based Primary Care Center in Atlanta
This facility is the first of four facilities to be built in the area.
ArisGlobal Announces Second Life Sciences Generative AI Council Session
The meeting is scheduled for May in Switzerland.
Pfizer Asks FDA to Approve RSV Vaccine for Adults as Young as 18 Years Old
The vaccine is already approved for older adults.
Synaptogenix Increases Stake in PsyaBio
The move is part of Synaptogenix’s partnership with Cannasoul.
Myonex Acquires Saveway Compounding Pharmacy
The pharmacy will now operate as Saveway Compounding Pharmacy, a Myonex company.
Labcorp Announces Expansions to Oncology Portfolio
These expansions include a new product, along with improvements to existing products.
Blue Cross to Increase Reimbursements to Small, Independent Practices in Massachusetts
The move is intended to improve access to care at these critical sites.
QuantalX Joins FDA’s Total Life Cycle Advisory Program
FDA’s program will provide guidance to the development of the company’s Delphi-MD technology.
Nevada Health Link Announces AI Implementation
The technology will reportedly improve consumer engagement.
Anivive Presents First Anti-Fungal Vaccine at World Vaccine Congress
The vaccine can reportedly prevent infection from a fungal source that impacts both people and dogs.
CVS Health Announces New Offerings for Pharmacy Students
The two programs will be offered to students and CVS interns.
FDA Approves First Digital Therapeutic for Major Depressive Disorder
Otsuka and Click Therapeutics co-developed Rejoyn, a digital therapeutic for MDD.
Non-Gene Edited Therapeutics: Q&A with Jeffrey Erickson, Vice President of Business Development at Triumvira
Erickson discusses his work developing unique, targeted autologous and allogeneic T cell therapeutics.
Mark Cuban’s Cost Plus Drugs Partners with Price.com
The two company’s will provide consumers with a platform where they can compare drug prices.
The State of Genomic Medicines: Q&A with Demaris Mills
Mills is working in leadership in two roles, one of which puts her on the forefront of the genomic medicine movement.
Benchmarks and NC ONEcare Partner in North Carolina
The two organizations will work together to advocate for better health outcomes for children and families in North Carolina.
Mishe Announces Omnichannel Pharmacy Network
The network will work with DiRx and MakoRX.
Pfizer Makes Publicis New Global Creative Duties Partner
The news comes less than a year after Pfizer announced that IPG would handle this role.
Researchers Present First Study Using Biomimetic AI Digital Twins
The study used technology developed by a variety of companies, including RYLTI.
Adapting to Remote Workers and Services: Q&A with Rebecca Marquez, Director of Custom Research at PMMI
Marquez discusses the results of a recent survey about how elements of the industry are reacting to a post remote-work world.
Minnesota Bill Would Increase Access to Genetic Testing
The bill would remove financial for genetic testing determined to be clinically appropriate.
FDA Grants 501(k) to Two Avicenna.AI Products
Both products are designed to help radiologists.
CSL Behring and Takeda Discuss Advancing Clinical Development and the Future of Trials
The conversation took place during the Veeva R&D Summit in Boston.
Deerfield Agency Appoints Bill Veltre as Executive Vice President and Head of Media
Veltre will develop the company’s media and digital strategy.