RFK Jr. Considered for Health Secretary as Pharma Execs Seek Stability
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a well-known critic of the pharmaceutical industry, has been considered for the position of Health Secretary. He has been vocal about his views on how the industry has influenced U.S....
Dr. Oz appointed by Trump to head Medicare and Medicaid
President-elect Trump has chosen Dr. Mehmet Oz, a well-known surgeon and television personality, to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This agency plays a crucial role in setting policies that affect payments...
Merck Drug Trial and Wegovy in China: Pharmalittle News Update
Good day to you! The Pharmalot team is here, ready to dive into the latest news in the pharmaceutical world. Today, we have some interesting updates to share with you, so grab a cup...
ACA Subsidy Boost and Antitrust Speech Impact: What You Need to Know
Good day, and thank you for allowing me to share some interesting insights with you. I'm still active on the platform previously known as Twitter, which shows that old habits die hard. It seems...
Mutations in H5N1 Bird Flu Virus in Canadian Teenager Highlight Risk
The H5N1 bird flu virus that infected a teenager in British Columbia has undergone mutational changes making it easier to infect people, according to scientists. The teenager remains in critical condition in the hospital,...
Promising Drugs for Lipoprotein(a) – Reducing Risk of Heart Disease
Lipoprotein(a) is a lesser-known risk factor for heart disease that can be just as dangerous as high cholesterol. This lipoprotein can lead to plaque build-up in arteries, increasing the risk of heart attacks and...
Pharmalittle: RFK Jr. Vaccines Scandal & Kids’ Obesity Drug Prescriptions
Good morning and welcome to a new week of work. We hope you had a refreshing weekend because now it's time to get back to the usual routine of online meetings, phone calls, and...
RFK Jr. as HHS Secretary: Scientists’ Opinions and Analysis
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. This decision has sparked controversy, as RFK Jr. is known for being a vaccine skeptic. The...
CAR-T Therapy Shows Promise for Treating Autoimmune Diseases without Impacting Fertility
President-elect Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the country’s new health secretary, which has caused a stir in the biotech community. Kennedy is known for being a vaccine skeptic, and his appointment...
Alzheimer’s Drug Reversal & Bavarian Nordic’s Trump Views: Pharmalittle Update
As the week comes to an end, it's time to start thinking about weekend plans. Whether it's tidying up, taking a trip to see a college campus, or catching up on reading, there are...
Navigating the Corporate Ladder: Recent Movements and Trends
In the world of corporate movements and trends, it's always exciting to hear about new hires, promotions, and other changes within companies. If you have any news to share about someone new joining your...
RFK Jr.’s Potential Impact on Vaccine Maker Legal Protections as HHS Secretary
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Trump's pick for secretary of Health and Human Services, is not a fan of laws that protect vaccine manufacturers from lawsuits. If he assumes the position, he could potentially...
CRISPR Therapy Shows Superior Benefit for Cardiomyopathy Patients
Intellia Therapeutics CEO John Leonard has been facing a familiar situation for the past few years. The company has been sharing positive results from its gene editing trials, only to see its stock prices...
New MPOX Strain Detected in California – First U.S. Case
California recently reported the first case of a new strain of mpox, a virus that is spreading from person to person. The infected individual had traveled from Eastern Africa, where the virus is currently...
Understanding RFK Jr.’s Stance on Food, Vaccines, Abortion, and the FDA
President-elect Trump’s announcement that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is nominated to lead the Department of Health and Human Services has sparked both support and concern. If confirmed by the Senate, RFK Jr. could bring...
Breakthrough in Telehealth Prescriptions for Stimulants and Addiction Treatment
Federal officials recently announced a breakthrough in telehealth prescriptions for stimulants and addiction treatment. The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) has extended the temporary rules that allowed health providers to prescribe drugs for opioid addiction...
The Rise of Concierge Medicine: Exploring the High Costs for Patients
Money has the power to make life easier in many ways. From first-class airline tickets to VIP theme park passes, having extra cash can streamline your experiences. But what if you could use that...
CAR-T Therapy Shows Promise in Treating Aggressive Brain Tumors in Young Patients
Michelle Monje-Deisseroth, a medical student about 20 years ago, treated patients with a type of brain tumor called diffuse intrinsic pontine gliomas, or DIPG. These tumors are difficult to treat because they wrap around...
Why Everyone Should Get a Flu Vaccine This Year
Flu Vaccine
A number of flu vaccines will be available this season. These include:• injectable flu vaccines, or flu shots. These include:• Flu shots that are made with inactivated influenza viruses.• One flu shot that...
Nominate Vaccine Skeptic RFK Jr. to Run HHS: Trump’s Controversial Decision
President-elect Trump has selected Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an environmental lawyer and vaccine skeptic, as his choice to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. Trump made the announcement on Truth Social, expressing...
Understanding the Connection Between Cancer and the Flu
It is recommended that everyone aged 6 months and older should receive a flu vaccine each season. This is especially crucial for individuals with cancer or a history of cancer, as they are at...
Reaction to Trump’s selection of RFK Jr. for HHS leadership
Leaders in the biopharma world and scientific community were taken aback by the news that President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. This...
Understanding Generalized Pustular Psoriasis in Adults: Symptoms, Treatments, and Images
Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP) is a skin condition that can affect individuals of any age, but it is most commonly seen in middle-aged adults, with a higher prevalence in women. The condition is characterized...
Global Measles Cases Increase by 20% in 2023: New Report
Measles vaccination coverage has not yet returned to pre-Covid levels globally, leading to a 20% increase in measles cases in 2023 compared to the previous year, as per a recent report from the World...
Understanding Guttate Psoriasis in Adults: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Guttate psoriasis is a skin condition that can affect people of all ages, races, and genders, but it is most commonly seen in children and individuals under 30 years old. It affects both men...
Merck Expands Portfolio with Licensing of Chinese Cancer Drug
Merck, a leading pharmaceutical company, has recently taken a strategic step to enhance its cancer drug portfolio by acquiring the licensing rights for a new cancer drug from LaNova Medicines, a Chinese firm based...
Understanding Cachexia in Cancer Patients: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Cancer cachexia is a condition that causes weakness, fatigue, and loss of muscle and fat in cancer patients. Unlike malnutrition, it cannot be reversed with nutrition support alone. It is most common in people...
Pharmalittle: GSK Leaves BIO, AbbVie Schizophrenia Drug Fails & More – Pharma News Update
Good morning, everyone, and welcome to a new week of work. We hope you had a restful weekend and are ready to dive back into the routine of online meetings and deadlines. Let's start...
Ending 23andMe’s Drug Discovery Dream: What Went Wrong?
23andMe, the genetics company that many people have been excited about, recently made a big announcement. The company has decided to stop working on creating new medicines and will be letting go of 40%...
Implications of a Second Trump Term on Hospitals, Insurers, and Medicare
The healthcare industry has always been a money-making machine, regardless of who is leading the country. It continues to consume the hard-earned savings, wages, and tax dollars of patients and healthcare workers. The cost...