Biden Administration Buys 100 Million More COVID-19 Vaccine Doses
The US government has purchased 100 million more vaccine doses for COVID-19 to stay ahead of increasing demand.
This Week on Drug Topics: February 15 to 19
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Keycentrix Announces New Software VP
Former McKesson exec to lead Keycentrix technology development.
Coronavirus News Roundup: Johnson & Johnson Submits EUA for COVID-19 Vaccine Candidate, Poll Finds Americans Dissatisfied With Vaccine Rollout
Here's the roundup of the latest coronavirus-related news.
Drug Topics® Announces Partnership with inPharmacyJobs
Alliance will advance and promote career opportunities for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and other key pharmacy staff across the country
FDA Authorizes Bamlanivimab-Etesevimab Combination Treatment for COVID-19
The emergency use authorization, which was issued to Eli Lilly, grants the use of bamlanivimab in combination with etesevimab for mild-to-moderate COVID-19 infection in adult and pediatric patients.
This Week on Drug Topics: February 8 to 12
Johnson & Johnson Submits EUA for COVID-19 Vaccine Candidate
The FDA advisory committee will meet in 3 weeks to discuss the Janssen investigational vaccine.
Coronavirus News Roundup: Biden Administration to Ship COVID-19 Vaccines Directly to Pharmacies, Johnson & Johnson Reports Vaccine Efficacy
Biden Administration to Ship COVID-19 Vaccines Directly to Pharmacies
Starting February 11, federal vaccine supplies will be delivered directly to select pharmacies, according to the announcement.
This Week on Drug Topics: February 1 to 5
Coronavirus News Roundup: Biden Announces Ramping Up of Vaccine Rollout, CDC Provides Safety Updates
Here’s a roundup of the latest coronavirus-related news.
Biden Administration Announces Steps to Ramp Up COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout
The Biden administration announced efforts to boost COVID-19 vaccination supply and increase transparency.
This Week on Drug Topics: January 25 to 29
Coronavirus News Roundup: Majority of Pharmacists Confident in Vaccine, Pharmacy Associations Urge Biden to Expand Vaccination Workforce
Drug Topics® and Managed Healthcare Executive® Announce Partnership with Scientia Pharmacy Advisors
Alliance will provide insight, education, and training opportunities to pharmaceutical and life sciences professionals.
Emerging SARS-CoV-2 Variants: What You Need to Know
In its next live webinar event, MJH Life Sciences™ COVID-19 Coalition will explore emerging mutations of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2).
A Whirlwind of Change Paves Way for Pharmacy’s Future
Apart from COVID-19, there are several other industry trends taking root that will likely have a transformative effect on the profession in years to come.
PrimeRx Offers Direct Integration with Surescripts Real-Time Prescription Benefit Tool
Users of the PrimeRx pharmacy management technology system now have direct integration access to Surescripts Real-Time Prescription Benefit.
This Week on Drug Topics: January 18 to 22
APhA: Biden’s Plan to Combat COVID-19 Is a ‘Strong Start’
President-elect Joe Biden revealed his COVID-19 plan, which includes a disciplined focus on vaccination efforts.
Coronavirus News Roundup: Changes to Vaccine Distribution Strategy; Pharmacists’ Role Beyond COVID-19
Here's the latest coronavirus-related news.
Operation Warp Speed Announces Changes to COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Strategy
In a final briefing, OWS recommended states expand vaccination to all individuals 65 and older or those with comorbidities.
This Week on Drug Topics: January 11 to 15
FDA Reviewing Effects of COVID-19 Variants on Diagnostic Tests
The FDA has identified 3 molecular tests that may be impacted by an emerging SARS-CoV-2 variant.
AmerisourceBergen to Acquire Alliance Healthcare Businesses From Walgreens Boots Alliance
AmerisourceBergen has announced its acquisition of the majority of Walgreens Boots Alliance’s Alliance Healthcare businesses.
FDA Warns Against Changes to Authorized Dosing Schedules of COVID-19 Vaccines
In a statement, FDA officials recommended that all health care professionals continue to adhere to the FDA-authorized dosing and schedules of the COVID-19 vaccines.
This Week on Drug Topics: January 4 to 8
Novavax Announces Phase 3 Study for COVID-19 Vaccine Candidate
With support from Operation Warp Speed and the National Institutes of Health, the study will evaluate the safety and efficacy of NVX-CoV2373.
Top FDA Approvals of 2020
Here are some of the top-read FDA approvals covered by Drug Topics® from this year.