Month: August 2024

Image Credit: MD Logistics MD Logistics, a third-party logistics (3PL) provider, has added electric vehicle (EV) trucks to their cold chain transportation services available in Garner, NC, right within the state’s Research Triangle Park region.1 Adding these trucks to the fleet allows the 3PL provider to offer a sustainable, local transportation option for pharmaceutical clients […]

Image Credit: PCI Pharma Services PCI Pharma Services (PCI), a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), has completed the International Coalition of Medicines Regulatory Authorities (ICMRA) inspection of its Bedford, NH campus.1 According to PCI, this accomplishment makes it the first drug product CDMO to complete the multi-agency inspection process, which is a component of […]

Has Machine Learning Finally Provided Practical Value for the Healthcare Ecosystem? A Harvard Business School Healthcare Alumni Association Q&A with Dr. Hersh Sagreiya at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Express Scripts to Remove Humira from Commercial Formularies Beginning in 2025, Express Scripts will favor biosimilars of Humira, including its own private-label version. Medication […]

The Traceability Seminar’s “Legal Perspectives for DSCSA Compliance Legal Teams” session The final day of HDA’s Traceability Seminar built off the established momentum of day one, with a panel that was centered around “Legal Perspectives for DSCSA Compliance Legal Teams,” with Ilisa B.G. Bernstein, president ofBernstein Rx Solutions, LLC as moderator. She was joined by […]

Digital Medicines Information Rich Cooper, CEO of Datapharm, speaks with Pharmaceutical Executive about advancements in the ways that information medicine products is delivered and how the shift to digital has impacted this aspect of the industry. Is Medicare Advantage A Good Deal for Enrollees? Perceptions of affordability don’t show an advantage to Medicare Advantage, say […]

PC: You recently hosted a session on “What to Expect When They’re Inspecting: FDA Inspections on DSCSA Compliance.” What points did you dive into during your presentation? Hunter: We talked about a lot of in general, what the FDA is inspecting. My key for this was trying to go for people that had never seen […]

The Traceability Seminar’s “Filing WEEs: Lessons Learned HDA Perspectives on DSCSA Implementation and Readiness” session The first day of HDA’s Traceability Seminar was certainly not lacking educational sessions. Another fascinating one that I attended revolved around “Filing WEEs: Lessons Learned HDA Perspectives on DSCSA Implementation and Readiness,” featuring Elizabeth A. Gallenagh, general counsel and SVP, […]

The Traceability Seminar’s “State of Implementation: FDA’s Perspective” session Day 1 of this year’s Healthcare Distribution Alliance’s (HDA) Traceability Seminar started off with arguably one of the more anticipated sessions of the conference, being that it featured the FDA, who authored the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA). Titled “State of Implementation: FDA’s Perspective,” the […]

Targeted Pre-Launch Scientific Outreach Dan Rizzo, global head of business consulting at Veeva, spoke with Pharmaceutical Executive about his company’s latest findings about how life sciences companies are utilizing targeted pre-launch scientific outreach to improve uptake of novel treatments. Virtual Care’s Role in Behavioral Health — Opportunities and Risks Highlighted Based on Recent Data Virtual […]

KeySource, a wholesale supplier of generic prescription medications, has unveiled that Ryan Sevek—the company’s CFO—will become its president.1 A graduate of the University of Cincinnati Carl H. Lindner College of Business, Sevek has expressed interest in how the generic pharma industry contributes to United States’ healthcare landscape, and is a contributor to various industry groups. […]

Chris Williams expands on the services that a third-party logistics (3PL) partner should offer, while sharing ways to alleviate standard supply chain issues.

Choosing the Best Clinical Technology for Your Study In part three of this video interview, Melissa Easy, VP commercial, digital products & solutions, IQVIA touches on how the right technology for your study should alleviate site burden and improve data quality. Walmart Launches Autoimmune-Focused Specialty Pharmacies of the Community In an interview with Pharmacy Times, […]

How to Navigate Global Regulatory Hurdles to Successfully Launch a Medical Device Manufacturers must navigate complex regulatory landscapes, understand diverse cultural nuances, and prioritize patient access in each region. Study Finds Ketogenic Diets May Increase “Bad” Cholesterol Pharmacists are key resource points to navigate the nuances of keto diets and chronic health management. AstraZeneca Is […]

Overcoming Hidden Obstacles in the Script-to-Therapy Journey By integrating support directly into existing workflows and focusing on solutions that eliminate “shoulder time,” manufacturers can significantly reduce delays and improve patient outcomes. Pharmacists Can Educate Patients on Sexually Transmitted Infections Recognizing early signs and seeking medical care is essential for effective treatment and preventing long-term health […]

Image Credit: Adobe Stock Images/JeromeCronenberger The FDA has approved and authorized updated mRNA COVID-19 vaccines for the 2024-2025 season that target the Omicron KP.2 variant of SARS-CoV-2. Applying to Moderna’s Spikevax and Pfizer’s Comirnaty, the vaccines focus on a single strain for more effective immunity, according to the FDA. Emergency Use Authorizations will cover both […]

In the not-so-distant future, healthcare will no longer be a one-size-fits-all endeavor. The industry is undergoing a seismic shift toward patient-centric care, where treatments and care are tailored to the individual, considering their genetic makeup, lifestyle, and unique needs. Picture a cancer patient treated with a hyper-personalized chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy,1 which reengineers […]

PC: When it comes to providing patient services, what types of digital solutions exist today? Mullooly: What we’re seeing is that there are a wide variety of digital solutions that are becoming available, and some solutions available today that weren’t even just a couple of years ago. I think it’s best to categorize them into […]