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Technology is set to play a much bigger role in the healthcare industry in 2022, with advancements taking effect quicker than ever before. In this article, we’ve put together predictions from 4 industry experts on what we can expect from the healthcare industry in 2022.
Technology is set to play a much bigger role in the healthcare industry in 2022, with advancements taking effect quicker than ever before. In this article, we’ve put together predictions from 4 industry experts on what we can expect from the healthcare industry in 2022… Diana Nole, EVP and GM, Healthcare Division at Nuance  In days gone by, hospitals, health systems, and other care providers viewed technology vendors as exactly that—companies that supplied the digital tools they were asked to provide. But with the pandemic a…

Probiotics are a class of active microorganisms that are beneficial to the host. They are the general term for active beneficial microorganisms that colonize the human intestine and reproductive system and can produce definite health effects to improve the host's micro-ecological balance and play a beneficial role. The beneficial bacteria or fungi in humans and animals mainly include: Clostridium butyricum, Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, Actinomyces, yeast, etc. At present, the most powerful products are mainly compound active probiotics composed of the above types of microorganisms, which are widely used in the fields of bioengineering, industry and agriculture, food safety and life and health.
Probiotics are a class of active microorganisms that are beneficial to the host. They are the g…

Choosing a clinical metadata repository (MDR) software can be a tough task as the capabilities and features of your chosen MDR could make or break your clinical trials. This article explores the features that a clinical MDR software should have.
It’s tough trying to choose and implement new software and systems. And clinical metadata repositories (MDRs) are no exception. But, they’re a must these days. Everything’s moving towards efficiencies and automation. You don’t want to get left behind. So what should you expect as a given when it comes to a clinical metadata repository? Well if the clinical metadata repository you’re looking at doesn’t meet these basic specifications, find another one that does! Or you could be wasting your time – and potentially a lot of money too. Here’s…

Automation is used to improve the accuracy of results in the clinical trial process from study setup through to submission. It removes manual processes such as creating forms and annotations by hand or entering data manually onto a spreadsheet. Results are accurate as human error is reduced. Automation also makes it easier to comply with the standards required by regulatory authorities, such as the FDA.
Many companies in the life sciences industry are slow to adopt new technologies. This is down to greater costs, greater operational burden, and uncertainty with meeting the complex regulatory requirements put in place. However, there has been a lot of advancement in new and emerging technologies for automating clinical trials in recent years. The FDA has recognized their benefits a…

SMi Group reports: ahead of the conference in February 2022, a snapshot or key speakers and presentations are released
SMi Group are delighted to announce the 13th Annual Conference RNA Therapeutics, taking place on the 9th and 10th February 2022 in London, UK. The 2022 Conference is on bolstering the latest advances and opportunities in RNA-based medicine. Interested parties can register at: http://www.therapeutics-rna.com/PR2PW  - take advantage of the early bird offer and register by 30th November and save £200. Building on the success of previous years, the RNA Therapeutics Conference will bring together industry experts from leading RNA therapeutics companies to gain an expert and holistic view on the latest developments of the industry. With this in mind, SMi Group have released…

The 2020 Stress in America survey by the American Psychological Association (APA) revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic was a significant source of stress for nearly 80% of Americans(1). While stress is a part of life, it’s possible to manage our stress response effectively and use various methods to channel the energy. Certain diseases can also cause stress. For example, research shows that Lyme disease might also be linked to anxiety a
The 2020 Stress in America survey by the American Psychological Association (APA) revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic was a significant source of stress for nearly 80% of Americans(1). While stress is a part of life, it’s possible to manage our stress response effectively and use various methods to channel the energy. Certain diseases can also cause stress. F…

Frits Stulp of Iperion – a Deloitte business, outlines ambitions for a new era of informed choice for patients, physicians and other stakeholders across the healthcare ecosystem – if pharma companies take the right decisions now about data-driven process transformation.
The ISO IDMP data standards currently being implemented across the EU offer an important facilitator for change in the way that patients, and stakeholders right across the healthcare ecosystem, will engage with and choose treatments in future - as long as the industry encompasses the potential as part of current internal IT and process revisions. Empowering patients & frontline health workers The internet is connecting all kinds of healthcare stakeholders to the information they need now. Examples range from sick student…

Pharmacy aseptic units are a cornerstone of many critical NHS services; they provide sterile products such as injectable nutrition, chemotherapy treatment and central intravenous additive services (CIVAS). Aseptic services have teams of skilled pharmacists, technicians and assistants to dispense and prepare these treatments.
Pharmacy aseptic units are a cornerstone of many critical NHS services; they provide sterile products such as injectable nutrition, chemotherapy treatment and central intravenous additive services (CIVAS). Aseptic services have teams of skilled pharmacists, technicians and assistants to dispense and prepare these treatments. COVID-19 has amplified the need to transform aseptic services to deliver better clinical outcomes, improve patient experiences, and release time sp…

Dr Naresh Kanumilli has been appointed as UK Medical Director for Liva Healthcare. He will lead on Liva's medical research, as well as working with Liva's major clients on medical services. Dr Naresh is very well known in the diabetes community for his work on improving primary care, especially for people with type 2 diabetes. His motto is "no medication without education".
Liva Healthcare (Liva), a European market leader in scalable digital health coaching, has appointed Dr Naresh Kanumilli as its new UK Medical Director. Leading the medical supervision of Liva in the UK, Dr Kanumilli will be responsible for liaising with Liva’s major clients on medical services. Liva has been proven to drive substantial clinical outcomes within&nb…

The basic technology of genetic engineering is artificial cutting, splicing, and combination of genes. A gene is a DNA molecule with a certain function. To accurately cut out the DNA linear molecular fragments of different genes, various restriction endonucleases are required. To connect different fragments together, DNA ligase is required. To synthesize a gene or one of its fragments, DNA polymerase is required. Therefore, enzymes are indispensable tools in DNA recombination technology, and the enzymes used in genetic engineering are collectively referred to as tool enzymes.
The basic technology of genetic engineering is artificial cutting, splicing, and combination of genes. A gene is a DNA molecule with a certain function. To accurately cut out the DNA linear molecular fragments of diffe…

Cigarette smoking remains a major cause of preventable disease and death among adults in the United States. Smoking also accounts for one of every four deaths from cardiovascular diseases(1). Tobacco products, like cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and e-cigarettes usually contain the highly addictive compound, nicotine, which may increase heart rate and blood pressure and narrow the arteries(2).
Cigarette smoking remains a major cause of preventable disease and death among adults in the United States. Smoking also accounts for one of every four deaths from cardiovascular diseases(1). Tobacco products, like cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and e-cigarettes usually contain the highly addictive compound, nicotine, which may increase heart rate and blood pressure and narrow the arteries(2). Given t…

The World Health Organization reported that diabetes is one of the primary causes of kidney failure, blindness, and heart attack(1). Recently, aside from the usual blood test, imaging tests, like CT (computed tomography) scan, are considered when it comes to diabetes management and monitoring(2). Early diagnosis of diabetes is crucial to avoid the risk of complications and other diseases associated with it.
The World Health Organization reported that diabetes is one of the primary causes of kidney failure, blindness, and heart attack(1). Recently, aside from the usual blood test, imaging tests, like CT (computed tomography) scan, are considered when it comes to diabetes management and monitoring(2). Early diagnosis of diabetes is crucial to avoid the risk of complications and other diseases…

Annotating CRFs (Case Report Forms) is an important, but almighty task. You need to manually create annotations for every single form. Then convert your forms into PDF. That’s a lot of time and resources. But you don’t need to do it the hard way… Read the article "Why switch to automated CRF annotations?" to find out how!
What’s the deal with annotated CRFs? To put it simply, annotated CRFs document the location in a database of the data collected for each question on a form. Or put another way, it’s a mapping between each item on a form to its corresponding variable contained within the corresponding dataset. Annotated CRFs are part of the mandatory CDISC submission deliverables to the FDA. So they’re a MUST! They provide traceability. They help FDA reviewers find the origin of v…

ASAP Innovations diversifies its pipeline of niche PPE products for workers and advises on the importance of implementing a stricter selection process.
Organisations must stop applying a one-size-fits-all approach to PPE and ensure workers are provided with protection specially designed for an intended use. This is according to leading glove and face mask manufacturer, ASAP Innovations which says that it is imperative that distributors and purchasers understand the importance of tailoring PPE for specific industry needs. Providing suitable PPE has been at the epicentre of multiple news stories, with The Royal College of Nursing calling for an update on guidelines for suitable protective equipment. However, whilst PPE plays a major role in the healthcare industry, it is a…

All drugs have side effects and can be poisonous if used in in too large doses. Pharmacovigilance is a set of legally required activities performed by the pharmaceutical companies to ensure their drug has an acceptable benefit-risk profile. The adverse drug reactions can lead to hospitalization and even to death in worst cases. We list here how drugs could be made safer and how the number of deaths and hospitalization caused by drugs could be reduced. There are other ways to do it, and the actions presented here might not be the best ways in all countries, but we have explained our choices and we would be happy to hear alternative opinions from other people, authorities, and companies.
What is pharmacovigilance? The goal of pharmacovigilance is to make drugs safer by monitoring the benefit…

We often associate the term ‘user experience’ (UX) with technology and, more specifically, software. However, to ignore its role in the physical world is to limit the potential of product design in improving safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Delivering exceptional UX means putting the user at the centre of design and incorporating the input of designers, stakeholders, experts and users themselves at every stage of the process. In pharma, this ‘user’ is the patient.  It isn’t as simple as developing products that patients enjoy using, though. Truly user-centred pharmaceutical products mitigate all patient challenges, including safety and security and adherence.  Built alongside patie…

The surging geriatric population and accelerating cases of chronic illnesses will fuel the chronic pain treatment market at 6.5% CAGR during 2020–2030.
Governments across the world are making efforts to raise awareness regarding advanced pain treatment products and services to enhance healthcare system. For example, the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) executed its Developing Countries Project from January 2018 to March 2018, to impart pain education and encourage chronic pain treatment services in developing nations, by providing grants. These grants aspire to enhance the availability and scope of essential educations for clinicians engaged in pain treatment, to inspire the development of innovative approaches. Receive Sample Copy of this Report: https://www.psmarket…

‘Beyond the Pill’ principles have been well accepted for some time now. Nonclinical solutions - digital, financial, or care-based - boost patient outcomes and benefit the entire health system. Yet, even while accepting the clear advantages to patients and Healthcare Providers (HCPs), pharma companies have failed to make nonclinical offerings a priority. Until now.
‘Beyond the Pill’ principles have been well accepted for some time now. Nonclinical solutions - digital, financial, or care-based - boost patient outcomes and benefit the entire health system. Yet, even while accepting the clear advantages to patients and Healthcare Providers (HCPs), pharma companies have failed to make nonclinical offerings a priority. Until now. The shifting healthcare landscape has seen Beyond the Pill transfor…

Whether public or private, nursing is a challenging industry in which workers are expected to give their all, often under difficult circumstances. Given this, remuneration can often be a topic of heated discussion for nurses across the UK. This ongoing point of contention was bought to the fore by the unprecedented health emergency created by the Covid-19 pandemic, and of course, the role nurses played in combatting it.
Whether public or private, nursing is a challenging industry in which workers are expected to give their all, often under difficult circumstances. Given this, remuneration can often be a topic of heated discussion for nurses across the UK. This ongoing point of contention was bought to the fore by the unprecedented health emergency created by the Covid-19 pandemic, and of co…

Oncology is the study of cancer treatments that extend beyond the normal curative scope. The primary focus is localized disease management through the delivery of targeted therapy to treat cancerous sites.
North America is home to many pharmaceutical companies that are pursuing research into the management of diseases such as prostate and breast cancer and skin cancer. One of the major segments gaining popularity with oncology drugs is the lung-cancer drugs. A number of promising lung cancers have been found to respond to the effects of oncology drugs in the test groups. The first such drug, Cisplatin, was tested in patients suffering from adenocarcinoma of the lung. It significantly prolonged survival time in these patients. The next drug in the line, Sawatagel, was also successful in tre…