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Man takes 217 COVID vaccines with no ill effects, shows immune boost

A case report of a 62-year-old man receiving 217 SARS-CoV-2 vaccinations over 29 months reveals no adverse effects, increased T-cells, and spike-specific antibodies, providing unique insights into the effects of hyper-vaccination on immune responses.

7 Mar 2024

Reevaluating aspirin for heart attack and stroke prevention in seniors

One in four older adults take aspirin at least three times a week, mostly in hopes of preventing heart attacks and strokes, a new poll shows.

7 Mar 2024

When it comes to ketamine, Meta’s posting policy is no party to decipher

People keep talking about ketamine. The drug has become a favorite of celebrities, billionaires, and ordinary patients, many of whom view it as a potential miracle drug for depression and other mental health conditions.

7 Mar 2024

Study provides insights into the action and specificity of splice-modifying drugs

Spinal muscular atrophy, or SMA, is the leading genetic cause of infant death. Less than a decade ago, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) Professor Adrian Krainer showed this brutal disease can be treated by tweaking a process called RNA splicing.

6 Mar 2024

Study reveals mechanisms behind antidepressant effects of diabetes drug

Research in animals has shown that the diabetes drug dulaglutide, which is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist may reduce symptoms of depression.

6 Mar 2024

From China to Uzbekistan - United for Women’s Wellness on IWD

On the occasion of International Women's Day (IWD), BGI Genomics interview Wang Leilei, a trailblazing blind model, and Viktoriya Tsay, an Uzbek advocate of women’s health. Their stories stich a cross-cultural narrative of nurturing the nuance of women’s wellness worldwide.

From BGI Genomics 6 Mar 2024

Biden is right. The US generally pays double that of other countries for Rx drugs.

It's well documented that Americans pay high prices for health care. But do they pay double or more for prescriptions compared with the rest of the world? President Joe Biden said they did.

6 Mar 2024

DNA aptamer-based sensors can accurately detect trace amounts of fentanyl, heroin, and cocaine

Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a new generation of high-performance DNA aptamers and highly accurate drug sensors for cocaine and other opioids.

5 Mar 2024

RMIT-led study highlights the urgent need for more drug testing facilities in Australia

Testing of illicit drugs bought online found 35% were not what they said they were, highlighting the urgent need for more local drug testing facilities in Australia to prevent harm and overdose.

5 Mar 2024

Increased drug coverage restrictions in Medicare Part D raises concerns

Medicare Part D plans significantly increased restrictions on prescription drugs, excluding more compounds from coverage or subjecting more of them to review before patients could access the treatments, according to a new study from USC researchers.

4 Mar 2024

Research validates concurrent use of HIV medications and gender-affirming hormone therapy

New research definitively shows that HIV antiretrovirals can be taken together with gender-affirming hormone therapy without changing how well either drug works.

4 Mar 2024

SolasCure publishes phase IIa clinical trial report in leading wound care journal

Study demonstrates proof-of-concept and strong safety profile of Aurase Wound Gel in patients suffering from chronic wounds.

From SolasCure 4 Mar 2024

How a friend’s death turned Colorado teens into anti-overdose activists

Gavinn McKinney loved Nike shoes, fireworks, and sushi. He was studying Potawatomi, one of the languages of his Native American heritage.

1 Mar 2024

Exercise, GLP-1 receptor agonist, or combined approach explored in year-long study

Researchers compare the extent of weight loss after one-year termination of active intervention with GLP-1 receptor agonist, exercise, or combination.

29 Feb 2024

BioCina and NovaCina forge strategic alliance to offer biologics developers integrated drug substance and drug product solutions

BioCina Pty Ltd., a global end-to-end biologics Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO), and NovaCina Pty Ltd., a global fill-and-finish CDMO, announced a strategic partnership to provide integrated drug substance and drug product solutions for biologics developers.

From BioCina Pty Ltd. 29 Feb 2024

Pharmaceutical News

Man takes 217 COVID vaccines with no ill effects, shows immune boost

Reevaluating aspirin for heart attack and stroke prevention in seniors

When it comes to ketamine, Meta’s posting policy is no party to decipher

Study provides insights into the action and specificity of splice-modifying drugs

Study reveals mechanisms behind antidepressant effects of diabetes drug

From China to Uzbekistan - United for Women’s Wellness on IWD

Biden is right. The US generally pays double that of other countries for Rx drugs.

DNA aptamer-based sensors can accurately detect trace amounts of fentanyl, heroin, and cocaine

RMIT-led study highlights the urgent need for more drug testing facilities in Australia

Increased drug coverage restrictions in Medicare Part D raises concerns

Research validates concurrent use of HIV medications and gender-affirming hormone therapy

SolasCure publishes phase IIa clinical trial report in leading wound care journal

How a friend’s death turned Colorado teens into anti-overdose activists

Exercise, GLP-1 receptor agonist, or combined approach explored in year-long study

BioCina and NovaCina forge strategic alliance to offer biologics developers integrated drug substance and drug product solutions

Study: Many approved cancer drugs lack proof of added benefit

Anti-cancer drug shows promise in treating brain injuries after stroke

An Arm and a Leg: Wait, is Insulin cheaper now?

Aston University and PDA collaboration to examine pharmacists' expanded duties in healthcare

Omalizumab boosts tolerance to multiple food allergies, study finds

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

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