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Supply Chain
Stakeholders Urged to Prioritize Interoperability Mandates as DSCSA 'Stabilization Period' Looms
The FDA is providing a one-year soft launch for the Drug Supply Chain Security Act mandates, effective November 27.
Pharma
Boehringer Ingelheim's Elena Livshina Finds Purpose in Tackling Cardiovascular Inequities
The company's US head for the cardiovascular portfolio is leading the effort to find new treatments for women living with...
Payer
OIG: 40 State CHIPs Left $641M in Drug Rebates on the Table
The estimate included $125.5 million for states and $515.7 million for the federal government.
Pharma
Survey: Americans Want Weight Loss Drugs Despite High Cost
Findings display the enthusiasm for a new generation of pricey weight loss drugs hitting the market.
Supply Chain
Congress Warns DSCSA Could Disrupt Drug Supply
Starting Nov. 27, all drugs must be able to be tracked electronically on the unit level.
Telehealth
FTC, Surescripts Settle Illegal Monopoly Complaint
The settlement comes after a federal court determined that Surescripts holds a 95% 'supershare' for e-prescribing services.
Pharma
Ferring Pharmaceuticals CSO is Invested in Improving Women's Healthcare
Born and raised in Nigeria, Elizabeth Garner understands the disparities in healthcare access and treatment and is seeking to level...
Supply Chain
UPS Strike Would Derail Medical Supply Chain, HIDA Says
HIDA and scores business organizations are raising concerns about the disruptions that would occur in a walk-out.
Pharma
Birth Control Pill Is Available, What About Cost and Coverage?
Many details related to cost and coverage of an OTC pill still need to be sorted out.
Supply Chain
Drug Shortages Endanger Patients, Hike Costs
Drug shortages affect consumer costs in several ways, including higher out-of-pocket costs, higher insurance premiums, and adverse health.
Payer
Patients Squeezed in Fight Over Who Gets to Bill for Pricey Infusion Drugs
Some insurers are bypassing hospital pharmacies and physician offices and instead sending more complex drugs through third-party pharmacies.
Pharma
CancerVax CEO Sees a Home Run With Breakthrough Universal Cancer Vaccine
Ryan Davies' career has been defined by taking risks. His newest company is taking on one of healthcare's biggest challenges.