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Generation X and millennials in US have higher risk of developing 17 cancers compared to older generations

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

A new large study suggests incidence rates continued to rise in successively younger generations in 17 of the 34 cancer types, including breast, pancreatic, and gastric cancers. Mortality trends also increased in conjunction with the incidence of liver (female only), uterine corpus, gallbladder, testicular, and colorectal cancers.

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Some Americans Lost Trust in Medical Profession During Pandemic

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WEDNESDAY, July 31, 2024 -- The number of people who trust doctors dropped steeply during the COVID-19 pandemic, a new study says.Worse, those who lost their faith in medicine are less likely to get vaccinated against COVID or the flu, researchers.

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Cannabinoid CBG reduces anxiety and stress in first human clinical trial

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A lesser-known cannabinoid that is gaining in popularity Cannabigerol (CBG) effectively reduced anxiety in a clinical trial without the intoxication typically associated with whole plant cannabis. It may even have some memory enhancing effects, according to a new study. For the study, researchers conducted the first human clinical trial investigating the acute effects of CBG on anxiety, stress and mood.

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Biotech startup Airna raises $60M for RNA editing medicines

BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

Launched last September, the company is working on a treatment for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, which it said could enter the clinic in 2025.

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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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Scientists devise method to secure Earth's biodiversity on the moon

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New research led proposes a plan to safeguard Earth's imperiled biodiversity by cryogenically preserving biological material on the moon. The moon's permanently shadowed craters are cold enough for cryogenic preservation without the need for electricity or liquid nitrogen.

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Boar's Head Recall Tied to Listeria Expands to 7 Million More Pounds of Deli Meat

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WEDNESDAY, July 31, 2024 -- A recall of Boars Head deli meats has been broadened to include an additional 7 million pounds of products because they may also be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria, U.S. officials announced Tuesday.The.

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GSK cuts vaccine forecasts, while predicting faster overall growth

BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

Several factors are slowing U.S. sales of Shingrix, the shingles vaccine that's become one of the British pharma's top sellers.

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The rotation of a nearby star stuns astronomers

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Astronomers have found that the rotational profile of a nearby star, V889 Herculis, differs considerably from that of the Sun. The observation provides insights into the fundamental stellar astrophysics and helps us understand the activity of the Sun, its spot structures and eruptions.

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Early Menopause Could Raise a Woman's Odds for Breast Cancer

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WEDNESDAY, July 31, 2024 -- Women who experience early menopause appear to be at greater risk of breast cancer, a new study reports.Women who underwent menopause at an age younger than 46 were nearly twice as likely to have breast cancer compared.

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Recent volcanic 'fires' in Iceland triggered by storage and melting in crust

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Scientists have detected geochemical signatures of magma pooling and melting beneath the subsurface during the 'Fagradalsfjall Fires', that began on Iceland's Reykjanes peninsula in 2021. Samples show that the start of the eruption began with massive pooling of magma, contrasting initial hypothesis for magma ascent straight from the mantle.

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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.

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15 Days of Panic: You Received FDA Form 483 Warning Letter, Now What?

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Remember the last time you were pulled over by the police? Maybe you had a taillight out. Perhaps you were speeding. You may have believed that you had done nothing wrong. Regardless of the specific situation, you probably panicked a little. It's human nature to panic when the law enforcement (or in this case the US FDA) tells you that you've done something wrong.

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AI Is Helping Doctors Interpret a Crucial Brain Test

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WEDNESDAY, July 31, 2024 -- Artificial intelligence is adding new luster to the old-fashioned EEG brain scan, increasing the potential usefulness of the century-old medical test, a new report says.The EEG, or electroencephalogram, tracks brain.

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Barriers designed to prevent saltwater intrusion may worsen inland flooding

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Building protection barriers without accounting for potential inland flooding risks from groundwater can eventually worsen the very issues they aim to solve.

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Are There Heavy Metals in Your Chocolate?

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WEDNESDAY, July 31, 2024 -- Toxic heavy metals are found naturally worldwide in soils that produce the cocoa bean tree -- and those metals are showing up in chocolate, a new report warns.“We all love chocolate but it’s important to indulge with mod.

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Clinical Data Like You´ve Never Seen It Before: Why Spotfire Is the Leading Tool for Clinical Analytics

Clinical development organizations face a wide array of challenges when it comes to data, many of which can impact the operational effectiveness of their clinical trials. In this whitepaper, experts from Revvity Signals explore how solutions like TIBCO® Spotfire® enable better, more streamlined studies. The whitepaper also features a success story from Ambrx, a leading biopharmaceutical company, detailing how it has leveraged Spotfire to tackle data quality and collaboration challenges in clinic

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Best Practices for Drug Patent Portfolio Management: Maximizing Value in Pharmaceutical Innovation

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In the high-stakes world of pharmaceutical development, effective patent portfolio management can mean the difference between blockbuster success and costly […] Source

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Can Non-Statin Cholesterol Meds Help Your Liver?

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WEDNESDAY, July 31, 2024 -- Prior studies have found that statin meds can help lower liver cancer risks, and new research suggests that at least one non-statin cholesterol drug can do the same.A team led by Katherine McGlynn of the U.S. National.

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13 Proven Tactics to Outmaneuver Generic Drug Rivals

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By implementing these strategies, you can can enhance your competitiveness in the market while contributing to increased access to affordable […] Source

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Nearly 1 in 3 U.S. Adolescents Are Getting Mental Health Treatment

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WEDNESDAY, July 31, 2024 -- In findings that suggest more young Americans struggling with mental health issues are getting the help they need, a new poll shows that nearly a third of American adolescents and teens received some sort of mental.

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A Day in the Life of a Generic Drug Developer

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The journey of a generic drug developer is a complex and multifaceted one, involving rigorous research, meticulous development, and stringent […] Source

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Doing Everyday Chores Isn't Enough to Protect You From Stroke

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WEDNESDAY, July 31, 2024 -- Puttering around the home or office isn’t enough to protect a person from stroke, a new study says.People need to be more active to lower their stroke risk, either by exercising in their free time or biking or walking to.

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Vertex’s pain drug gets speedy FDA review; Keytruda hits a sales milestone

BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

Elsewhere, Fibrogen plans to lay off three-quarters of its U.S. staff, while gene editing specialist Intellia is now cleared to start a U.K. study focused on AAT deficiency.

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Six in 10 U.S. Adults Say They Walk for Leisure, Exercise

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WEDNESDAY, July 31, 2024 -- Almost 60% of adult Americans said they took a walk over the past week for leisure, and maybe even some healthy exercise, a new federal tally finds.Data from the 2022 National Health Interview Survey, a representative.

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Merck shares slide as Gardasil sales drop in China

BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

The unexpected disclosure in Merck’s second quarter earnings prompted an investor sell-off that some analysts say may be overblown.

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Avoiding Clinical Data Vaporware – Even More Questions to Ask eClinical Platform Providers

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In our last blog, we brought up the topic of vaporware in clinical research data management. Clinical trials require a. The post Avoiding Clinical Data Vaporware – Even More Questions to Ask eClinical Platform Providers appeared first on Crucial Data Solutions.

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New tentative approval for Alembic drug dabigatran etexilate mesylate

Drug Patent Watch

Dabigatran etexilate mesylate is the generic ingredient in two branded drugs marketed by Alkem Labs Ltd, Apotex, Hetero Labs Ltd Iii, and Boehringer Ingelheim and, and is included in five NDAs.

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Perficient is a 2024 Top Workplace in Orange County

Perficient: Drug Development

Perficient is excited to share that we have once again been named a Best Place to Work in Orange County! This is the sixth-consecutive year we have been recognized with this award, with serves as a testament to the strength of our company culture and the dedication and commitment to excellence of our colleagues. Behind the Award The Best Places to Work program was created in 2009 by the Orange County Business Journal , in partnership with Workforce Research Group, to identify, recognize and

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New patent for Melinta drug BAXDELA

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Annual Drug Patent Expirations for BAXDELA Baxdela is a drug marketed by Melinta and is included in two NDAs. It is available from one supplier. There are thirteen patents protecting this drug.

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Eating Less Processed Red Meat Could Cut Your Odds for Dementia

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WEDNESDAY, July 31, 2024 -- Skip the bacon and those holiday hot dogs: A new study finds eating processed red meats raises your odds for dementia.Overall, just two servings per week of processed red meat was linked to a 14% rise in dementia risk.

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My Top Dreamforce Picks: Marketing and AI Sessions You Won’t Want to Miss

Perficient: Drug Development

As a marketing and communications professional with ten years of experience, I’m thrilled to be attending Dreamforce for the first time! This year, I’m especially eager to explore how AI and data can enhance marketing strategies and streamline processes. Salesforce offers awesome tools to: Deliver personalized customer engagement at scale with marketing software built on the world’s #1 CRM.

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These Injuries Can Keep Olympians From the Gold

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WEDNESDAY, July 31, 2024 — U.S. gymnast Simone Biles vowed to continue her quest for Olympic gold after injuring her calf in a qualifying round at the Paris games.Meanwhile, a thigh injury forced French soccer captain Wendie Renardout of c.

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Building a “Best Practice” Commercial Organization in Biopharma

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Building a “Best Practice” Commercial Organization in Biopharma We interviewed dozens of biopharma leaders on the critical success factors for building a Best Practice commercial organization. This report shares what we learned. lbarrick Wed, 07/31/2024 - 11:01 We interviewed dozens of biopharma leaders on the critical success factors for building a Best Practice commercial organization.

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Friendships Are Not in Decline Among Americans: Study

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WEDNESDAY, July 31, 2024 -- Loneliness has been a major concern in America, particularly in the wake of the social isolation imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic.But friendships are not in decline in the United States, a new study has found.An American.

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[Podcast] What if Your Assembly Line Was Replaced by Lines of Code? An interview with Kevin Espinosa

Perficient: Drug Development

In our latest “What If? So What? episode, we sit down with Kevin Espinosa, a seasoned digital strategist with a rich background in the industry, to look at how technology is impacting the manufacturing industry. Kevin’s journey from an electrical engineer to a digital marketing expert provides a unique perspective on the evolving landscape of the industry.

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New patent expiration for Endo Pharms drug NASCOBAL

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for NASCOBAL Nascobal is a drug marketed by Par Pharm and Endo Pharms Inc and is included in two NDAs. It is available from one supplier.

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