# Pharma * **Definition:** The pharmaceutical industry, encompassing the development, production, and marketing of medications, including prescription drugs and over-the-counter products, as well as the organizations and entities involved in these processes. * **Taxonomy:** Sectors / Pharma ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Pharma**, for healthcare technology leaders * 100K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 4/25/2025 | [**Elevance Health, CarelonRx work with high-performing CPESN community-based pharmacies to improve health outcomes, enhance healthcare delivery with Medicaid patients**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/pharmacy/elevance-health-carelonrx-work-with-high-performing-cpesn-community-based-pharmacies-to-improve-health-outcomes-enhance-healthcare-delivery-with-medicaid-patients/) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 4/25/2025 | [**Why UVA Health is building a pharmacy 'engine'**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/pharmacy/why-uva-health-is-building-a-pharmacy-engine/) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 4/24/2025 | [**Navigating the Evolving Pharmacy Landscape in 2025: Challenges, Opportunities and Innovations**](https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/navigating-the-evolving-pharmacy-5909446/) | [[JD Supra]] | | 4/23/2025 | [**Study Links PAK5 to Poor Outcomes and Drug Resistance in HER2-Positive Breast Cancer**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/study-links-pak5-to-poor-outcomes-and-drug-resistance-in-her2-positive-breast-cancer) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 4/23/2025 | [**MJH Life Sciences® and the American College of Cardiology collaborate to advance pharmacists' role in cardiovascular care through education and clinical collaboration**](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/04/23/3066738/0/en/MJH-Life-Sciences-and-the-American-College-of-Cardiology-collaborate-to-advance-pharmacists-role-in-cardiovascular-care-through-education-and-clinical-collaboration.html) | [[Globe Newswire]] | | 4/23/2025 | [**MJH Life Sciences® and the American College of Cardiology collaborate to ... - Yahoo Finance**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mjh-life-sciences-american-college-165800831.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 4/22/2025 | [**Where Is Pharmacy Technician CE in Oncology?**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/where-is-pharmacy-technician-ce-in-oncology-) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 4/22/2025 | [**Pharmacy Technicians as Non-Pharmacist Preceptors for a Sterile Compounding Rotation**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/pharmacy-technicians-as-non-pharmacist-preceptors-for-a-sterile-compounding-rotation) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 4/18/2025 | [**Advances in the Management of HR+/HER2- Ultralow and -Low Metastatic Breast Cancer: New Horizons and Treatment Frontiers**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/advances-in-the-management-of-hr-her2--ultralow-and--low-metastatic-breast-cancer-new-horizons-and-treatment-frontiers) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 4/17/2025 | [**Pharmacist Spotlight: Adenike Atanda-Oshikoya, PharmD, BCACP, CDCES, CTTS**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/pharmacist-spotlight-adenike-atanda-oshikoya-pharmd-bcacp-cdces-ctts) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 4/17/2025 | [**NCPA Raises Concerns About Implementation of Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/ncpa-raises-concerns-about-implementation-of-medicare-drug-price-negotiation-program) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 4/16/2025 | [**APA, NCPA Cheer First-Of-Its-Kind State Law Banning PBMs from Owning Pharmacies**](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/04/16/3062970/0/en/APA-NCPA-Cheer-First-Of-Its-Kind-State-Law-Banning-PBMs-from-Owning-Pharmacies.html) | [[Globe Newswire]] | | 4/15/2025 | [**Outcomes of Pharmacist-Driven Clinical Interventions in a Medically Integrated Oncology Specialty Pharmacy Practice**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/outcomes-of-pharmacist-driven-clinical-interventions-in-a-medically-integrated-oncology-specialty-pharmacy-practice) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 4/14/2025 | [**Community Pharmacies Actively Advance Clinical Trial Access**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/community-pharmacies-actively-advance-clinical-trial-access) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 4/14/2025 | [**Driving Clinical Pharmacy Development With Data-Driven Metrics and Insights**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/driving-clinical-pharmacy-development-with-data-driven-metrics-and-insights) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 4/11/2025 | [**Measuring Impact Without Adding Burden: Finding Meaning in Metrics**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/measuring-impact-without-adding-burden-finding-meaning-in-metrics) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 11/21/2024 | [**Public Health Matters: Pharmacists as Frontline Health Providers: Collaborating for Better ...**](https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/public-health-matters-pharmacists-as-frontline-health-providers-collaborating-for-better-patient-outcomes) | [[Pharmacy Times]] | | 8/23/2024 | [**What Chevron's overturn means for biopharma**](https://www.fiercepharma.com/pharma/what-chevrons-overturn-means-biopharma) | [[FiercePharma]] | ## Sector Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **PharmaCord LLC**: A health tech firm specializing in connecting patients, doctors, and pharmaceutical companies to streamline the delivery of specialty medications. - **Teva**: A leading global pharmaceutical company focused on generic and specialty medicines. - **PharmaLogic**: A company set to acquire a majority stake in Agilera Pharma to create a fully integrated CDMO focused on radiopharmaceutical therapies. - **Bush Pharmaceuticals**: A contract development and manufacturing organization recognized for excellence in the pharmaceutical industry. - **Revelation Pharma**: A company focused on expanding its nationwide compounding pharmacy network through acquisitions and innovative services. - **Ironsail Pharma**: A company that launched a pharmacy network technology aimed at transforming prescription management for healthcare providers. - **Boehringer Ingelheim**: A global pharmaceutical company that focuses on human pharmaceuticals, animal health, and biopharmaceutical contract manufacturing. - **Sanofi**: A multinational healthcare company engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of pharmaceutical products. - **YARAL Pharma Inc.**: The U.S. generics subsidiary of IBSA, focusing on supporting pharmacy professionals through partnerships and education. - **Quantum BioPharma**: A biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative assets and solutions, recently involved in market manipulation investigations. - **PharmaLogic Holdings Corp.**: A company specializing in the development and manufacturing of diagnostic imaging and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals, recently opened a new facility in Salt Lake City to enhance access to life-saving radiopharmaceuticals. - **Fosun Pharma**: A company leveraging AI technology to enhance drug research and development, medical imaging, and precision medicine. - **KARE PharmTech**: A company focused on empowering independent pharmacies through AI technology and community engagement. - **PrimeRx**: A provider of cloud-based pharmacy management solutions aimed at enhancing operational flexibility for independent pharmacies. - **American Pharmacists Association (APhA)**: An organization advocating for pharmacists' roles in healthcare and promoting policy changes to enhance patient access to care. - **XRP Healthcare**: A healthcare company that has acquired Pharma Ville, enhancing pharmaceutical distribution capabilities in Uganda. - **Vanda Pharmaceuticals**: A biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for significant medical needs. - **Texas Star Pharmacy**: A pharmacy that has expanded its partnership with Pharmetric Lab to enhance quality assurance and provide advanced analytical testing solutions. - **CVS Health**: A major player in the pharmacy sector, focusing on community pharmacy services and innovative reimbursement models. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **PharmaLogic and Healthcare Providers**: PharmaLogic emphasizes partnerships with leading healthcare providers to develop novel radiopharmaceuticals. - **LSPedia and Pharma Logistics**: A strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the pharmaceutical supply chain through improved compliance, data visibility, and efficiency. - **Revelation Pharma and Taylors Pharmacy/Key Compounding Pharmacy**: Acquisition aimed at enhancing patient care and expanding services across the U.S. - **PharmaCord and Permira**: Permira's acquisition of PharmaCord is expected to enhance its tech-enabled offerings and support growth initiatives in patient services. - **XRP Healthcare and Pharma Ville**: XRP Healthcare's acquisition of Pharma Ville aims to improve access to essential medicines in Uganda and optimize healthcare delivery. - **KARE PharmTech**: Building a network of community pharmacies to enhance competitiveness and improve patient experiences. - **Texas Star Pharmacy and Pharmetric Lab**: Collaboration to integrate advanced analytical capabilities into pharmacy operations for quality assurance. - **Freya Pharma Solutions**: Engages in strategic partnerships to enhance product development and market access for therapies targeting female sexual disorders. - **YARAL Pharma and Pharmacy Podcast Network**: Continued partnership to support and educate pharmacy professionals through various pharmacy-related topics. - **PharmaLogic and NUCLIDIUM**: A strategic partnership for the manufacture and clinical supply of copper-based theranostics in the US. - **ASHP and ShiftRx**: Collaboration to enhance the pharmacy workforce and improve patient care across healthcare settings. - **GreaterHealth Pharmacy & Wellness**: Inviting local leaders to collaborate on addressing pharmacy access issues in under-resourced communities. - **SK Biopharmaceuticals and ProEn Therapeutics**: Entered a research collaboration to advance preclinical radiopharmaceutical candidates using ProEn's ArtBody platform. - **Walgreens and Guild**: Partnership to support pharmacy technicians in pursuing PharmD degrees through the PharmStart initiative. - **Gilead and LEO Pharma**: A strategic partnership to develop and commercialize LEO Pharma's oral STAT6 program for treating inflammatory diseases, with Gilead acquiring global rights to oral formulations. - **Truveris and Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company**: A collaboration to enhance pharmacy transparency and reduce prescription drug costs. - **Good Neighbor Pharmacy and Cencora**: Highlighting the importance of community involvement and patient-centric services in pharmacy. - **Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) and Pharmacy Owners Alliance (POA)**: A strategic cooperation agreement to enhance offerings and capabilities for independent pharmacies. - **MJH Life Sciences and American College of Cardiology**: Formed a strategic alliance to improve collaboration and visibility among pharmacy professionals in cardiovascular care. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Pharma 4.0**: A transformative approach in the pharmaceutical industry utilizing AI, IoT, and blockchain to enhance manufacturing efficiency and compliance. - **Pharmacy Network Technology by Ironsail Pharma**: A unified platform connecting clinics with pharmacies to streamline prescription management and improve patient care. - **Digital Therapeutics and Smart Medicines**: Emerging product types within the Pharma 4.0 market that enhance drug formulations for personalized dosage and improved medication adherence. - **AI in Pharma**: Pharmaceutical companies are increasingly investing in AI, with expectations of rising investments from $4 billion to $25 billion by 2030, aimed at reducing drug development costs and timelines. - **Digi-Tech Pharma & AI 2025 Conference**: Focuses on advancements in pharmaceutical technology, including AI and machine learning in drug development. - **Digital Transformation**: Pharmaceutical companies are increasingly leveraging digital and social media to enhance communication and marketing efforts. - **Biopharmaceutical Market Growth**: The global biopharmaceuticals market is projected to grow significantly, driven by advancements in biotechnology and targeted therapies. - **Senior Life Pharmacy**: Revolutionizing senior medication management through personalized, pre-packaged medication services delivered directly to seniors' homes. - **CordenPharma's Investment**: Over €1 billion investment in peptide development and manufacturing, aiming to enhance production capabilities and meet growing demand. - **AI in Drug Development**: Fosun Pharma's PharmAID platform integrates AI technologies to enhance drug R&D efficiency and improve decision-making accuracy. - **AI in Pharmacy**: Pharmacies are expected to invest significantly in AI technologies to enhance operations and patient care, with the AI market for life sciences projected to reach around $10 billion by 2032. - **Pharmacy Transformation Outlook Survey**: Conducted by XiFin, this survey emphasizes the increasing importance of pharmacists and operational efficiency through technology. - **PrimeRx Cloud**: A browser-based platform for independent pharmacies to manage operations remotely, enhancing efficiency and flexibility. - **Telepharmacy Growth**: The telepharmacy market is expected to grow significantly, driven by demand for remote pharmaceutical services. - **Companion Animal Pharmaceuticals Market**: Projected growth driven by advancements in veterinary medicine and personalized pet care solutions. - **Pharmacogenomics Education**: Emphasized by Christine Formea to enhance collaboration and professional growth in pharmacy education. - **Pharmacy Evolution**: Pharmacies are transitioning from traditional dispensing centers to wellness hubs focusing on preventive care and chronic disease management. - **2025 Pharmacy Transformation Study**: A study aimed at exploring evolving expectations for pharmacists and enhancing patient access and equity in healthcare. - **Pharmacy Automation Systems**: The market for pharmacy automation systems is projected to grow significantly, driven by technological advancements and a focus on reducing medication errors. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Radiopharmaceutical Production**: Complex and high-stakes process requiring stringent quality control and timely delivery, facing unique challenges in the supply chain. - **Specialty Pharmacies**: Face challenges in managing patient access and affordability for new oncology and gene therapies, impacting patient care. - **Stringent Regulations**: Regulatory compliance remains a critical concern for pharmaceutical companies, affecting product development timelines. - **Independent Pharmacies**: Facing reimbursement and cash flow challenges that threaten financial health amid increasing patient populations. - **High Manufacturing Costs**: Associated with biopharmaceuticals, posing challenges for patient access and hindering the development of new treatments. - **Pharmacy Accessibility**: The rise of 'pharmacy deserts' and the closure of pharmacies are raising concerns about patient access to medications and healthcare services. - **Legislative Changes**: Proposed legislation aimed at breaking up pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) could significantly alter the pharmacy supply chain. - **Pharmacy Closures**: A significant decline in retail pharmacies, particularly affecting independent pharmacies and exacerbating health disparities. - **Drug Price Transparency**: Ongoing challenges in achieving transparency in drug pricing and the potential impact on independent pharmacies. - **Impact of PBMs**: Concerns over the role of PBMs in increasing medication costs and harming independent pharmacies, leading to proposed regulatory changes. - **Pharmacy Deserts**: Areas where pharmacies are at risk of closure, disproportionately affecting underserved communities due to lower reimbursement rates and decreased foot traffic. - **Burnout Among Pharmacy Staff**: A critical issue affecting operational efficiency and patient safety, necessitating better integration of pharmacy roles in healthcare. - **Legal and Ethical Challenges in Reproductive Health**: Pharmacists navigating complex legal landscapes while ensuring patient access to medication abortion amid varying state laws. - **Role of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)**: Concerns regarding the transparency and practices of PBMs, which can drive up prescription drug costs and affect local pharmacies. - **Compliance with Regulations**: Pharmacies must navigate complex federal and state laws while maintaining strong relationships with state boards of pharmacy. - **Market Manipulation Investigations**: Quantum BioPharma is facing legal challenges related to market manipulation, impacting its operations and investor confidence. - **Workforce Challenges**: Pharmacy leaders face difficulties in maintaining a skilled workforce amidst financial strains and policy uncertainties. ## Related Topics [[Biopharma]]