Pharmaceuticals
Pharmaceuticals encompass the research, development and manufacturing of drugs for disease treatment and prevention by applying chemistry, pharmacology and medical science. Effective medications and therapies are critical to enhancing patient health outcomes. These medications continue to improve based on growing knowledge of biochemical processes and drug interactions.
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08 May 2025
How digital twins are reshaping clinical trials
As drug development costs soar and timelines tighten, AI digital twins help sponsors cut enrollment, speed timelines and improve trial design, while meeting regulatory standards. Continue Reading
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06 May 2025
FDA reviews oral GLP-1 semaglutide for obesity
Novo Nordisk is pursuing FDA approval for the first oral GLP-1 semaglutide, aiming to expand Wegovy's indication for chronic obesity and weight management. Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2020
Illinois Caps Out-of-Pocket Costs for Insulin at $100 for Insured
Illinois signed a Senate bill into law on January 24 that caped out-of-pocket costs for insulin at $100 for a 30-day supply, marking a new trend for states. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2020
Insys’ John Kapoor Sentenced to 66 Months for Opioid Scheme
The US Department of Justice announced that Insys Therapeutics founder and former CEO, John Kapoor, was sentenced to 66 months over an opioid kickback case. Continue Reading
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27 Jan 2020
National Diabetes Prevention Program Expands to Pharmacies
The American Pharmacists Association Foundation announced the expansion of its CDC partnership, leveraging pharmacies to help prevent type 2 diabetes in underserved areas. Continue Reading
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22 Jan 2020
GAO Backs Machine Learning in Drug Development
Removing barriers to the use of machine learning for drug development should increase efficiency and enable access to medicines. Continue Reading
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22 Jan 2020
Eli Lilly Snags $470M for NC Drug Manufacturing Plant
With a $470 million grant, Eli Lilly will open its first manufacturing facility in North Carolina. Continue Reading
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15 Jan 2020
FDA Taps Google Cloud for Real World Evidence Use
The agency is making its open-source MyStudies platform available on Google Cloud, which should increase the availability of real-world evidence. Continue Reading
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14 Jan 2020
Definitive Healthcare Acquires PatientFinder, Eyes Life Sciences
The addition of PatientFinder analytics will speed the identification of patient cohorts to improve product development in the life sciences. Continue Reading
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17 Dec 2019
Top 5 Life Sciences Companies by Pharmaceutical Sales
A diverse portfolio of drugs is enabling leading life sciences companies to generate tens of billions in revenue. Continue Reading
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04 Dec 2019
250K Docs Using Drug Price Transparency Tools, Benefits Checkers
Drug price transparency tools help address high patient costs, medication adherence, and care access. Continue Reading
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22 Nov 2019
Data Analytics Key in 2020 Pharmaceutical Industry Predictions
The future of healthcare is increasingly digital, and the pharmaceutical industry is no exception. Continue Reading