Preparedness

Spero Therapeutics Receives Complete Response Letter from U.S. Food and Drug Administration for Tebipenem HBr New Drug Application

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Monday, June 27, 2022
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The FDA had set a Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) target action date of June 27, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • The FDA had set a Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) target action date of June 27, 2022.
  • In the CRL, the FDA ultimately concluded that Speros Phase 3 cUTI study of tebipenem HBr (ADAPT-PO) was insufficient to support approval and that additional clinical study would be required.
  • Spero intends to promptly request a Type A meeting with the FDA, to gain further insights as to the pathway forward towards a potential regulatory approval for tebipenem HBr.
  • Tebipenem HBr is an investigational drug in the United States being developed for the treatment of cUTI, including pyelonephritis, caused by certain microorganisms, in adult patients who have limited treatment options; tebipenem HBr is not FDA-approved.

Preventing the Next Epidemic: Seven African Countries and Resolve to Save Lives Outline Specific, Practical Steps to Strengthen Epidemic Preparedness at the Country Level

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022
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NEW YORK, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with public health institutions in eight African countries, Resolve to Save Lives released a report on five proven approaches for national governments to significantly improve epidemic detection and containment in their communities. The model is based on joint efforts among African nations to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases over the past five years. The resulting recommendations, informed by on-the-ground experience, serve as a pathway forward for countries and global institutions to more quickly find and stop health threats by improving health protection at the country level. 

Key Points: 
  • "Country-led efforts are critical to create practical and sustainable preparedness infrastructure," said Dr. Jane Aceng, Minister of Health of Uganda.
  • "Strengthening countries' ability to find, stop, and prevent epidemics better protects countries and is essential to better protect the world."
  • Several countries have worked together with Resolve to Save Lives to test these approaches, including The Gambia, Ghana, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Senegal and Uganda.
  • Resolve to Save Lives has partnered with countries to design, fund and implement dedicated preparedness acceleration teams embedded within governments.

Preventing the Next Epidemic: Seven African Countries and Resolve to Save Lives Outline Specific, Practical Steps to Strengthen Epidemic Preparedness at the Country Level

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022
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NEW YORK, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with public health institutions in eight African countries, Resolve to Save Lives released a report on five proven approaches for national governments to significantly improve epidemic detection and containment in their communities. The model is based on joint efforts among African nations to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases over the past five years. The resulting recommendations, informed by on-the-ground experience, serve as a pathway forward for countries and global institutions to more quickly find and stop health threats by improving health protection at the country level. 

Key Points: 
  • "Country-led efforts are critical to create practical and sustainable preparedness infrastructure," said Dr. Jane Aceng, Minister of Health of Uganda.
  • "Strengthening countries' ability to find, stop, and prevent epidemics better protects countries and is essential to better protect the world."
  • Several countries have worked together with Resolve to Save Lives to test these approaches, including The Gambia, Ghana, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Senegal and Uganda.
  • Resolve to Save Lives has partnered with countries to design, fund and implement dedicated preparedness acceleration teams embedded within governments.

Opiant Pharmaceuticals Announces First Quarter 2022 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022
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SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Opiant Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(Opiant) (NASDAQ: OPNT), a specialty pharmaceutical company developing medicines to treat addictions and drug overdose, today reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2022, and provided a corporate update.

Key Points: 
  • SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Opiant Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(Opiant) (NASDAQ: OPNT), a specialty pharmaceutical company developing medicines to treat addictions and drug overdose, today reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2022, and provided a corporate update.
  • Financial Results for the First Quarter EndedMarch 31, 2022
    For the three months endedMarch 31, 2022, Opiant recorded approximately$4.5 millionin revenue, compared to approximately$6.4 millionduring the corresponding period of 2021.
  • First quarter 2022 sales of NARCAN Nasal Spray were approximately$93.1 million, as reported by EBS.
  • As ofMarch 31, 2022, Opiant had approximately$50.8 millionin cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities.

Tidal Basin Group Announces 2022 Conference Speakers

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Wednesday, February 2, 2022
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tidal Basin Group proudly announces its speaking engagements for the 2022 conference season.

Key Points: 
  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tidal Basin Group proudly announces its speaking engagements for the 2022 conference season.
  • "Conferences are great opportunities for sharing and discussing new insights and innovations in the industry; and also build partnerships and expand client relationships," said Dana Johnston, Director of Partnerships at Tidal Basin Group.
  • National Association of Counties (NACo) Legislative Conference, February 12 16
    Colorado Emergency Management Conference (COEM),February 22 25, Booth #40
    National Emergency Management Association (NEMA) Mid-Year Forum, March 28 April 1
    National Hurricane Conference (NHC), April 12 April 13.
  • Tidal Basin is the nation's leading emergencyand disastermanagement consulting firm providing programmatic and technical management experience and resources to governments, organizations, businesses, and communities.

Readiness Associates Announces Rebranding to ReadyGlobal

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
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PORTLAND, Maine, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Readiness Associates, provider of comprehensive emergency preparedness and business continuity services, today announces the company's new name as ReadyGlobal.

Key Points: 
  • PORTLAND, Maine, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Readiness Associates, provider of comprehensive emergency preparedness and business continuity services, today announces the company's new name as ReadyGlobal.
  • By empowering employees at all levels with the customized tools and training needed to weather such events, ReadyGlobal will broaden its mission to build resilient teams who are prepared for any crisis.
  • ReadyGlobal has partnered with enterprises from a wide variety of verticals as their first line of defense against any potential threat to employees or operations.
  • ReadyGlobal enables leaders from all types of organizations to confidently assess and overcome critical threats with customized emergency preparedness and business continuity planning.

Federal Construction Contractor Relocates Headquarters, Adding 40+ New High-Wage Jobs

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
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Conti Federal Services, a federal construction and engineering contractor, chose Orlando for its new headquarters and is now located in the Central Florida Research Park, the sixth largest in the U.S.

Key Points: 
  • Conti Federal Services, a federal construction and engineering contractor, chose Orlando for its new headquarters and is now located in the Central Florida Research Park, the sixth largest in the U.S.
  • Were proud to welcome Conti Federal Services to Orlando, where they will play a vital role in Central Floridas economic development.
  • Conti Federal Services is a leading global construction and engineering company with roots dating back 115 years.
  • Conti Federal specializes in disaster preparedness and recovery, classified and secure construction, critical infrastructure and environmental remediation.

Statement by Ministers Committing to On-going Engagement with First Nations Affected by Wildfires in British Columbia and Additional Resources to Advance Emergency Response Measures

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Monday, July 12, 2021
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"Over the past few days, representatives from the Government of Canada and British Columbia have regularly met with a number of First Nation leaders.

Key Points: 
  • "Over the past few days, representatives from the Government of Canada and British Columbia have regularly met with a number of First Nation leaders.
  • Discussions have focussed on the emergency response, and how we can work together to improve the response and preparedness process.
  • On Friday, July 9, 2021, Transport Canada issued a Ministerial Order to cease movement of trains between Kamloops and Boston Bar, British Columbia for 48 hours.
  • This was done in the interest of safe railway operations and to protect residents who temporarily returned to inspect their homes.

Assisting Canadians when they need it most: Canadian Red Cross and Walmart Canada launch annual campaign to support emergency relief

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
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OTTAWA, July 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Red Cross announced today the launch of the 18th annual giving campaign through Walmart Canada for disaster relief and preparedness.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, July 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Red Cross announced today the launch of the 18th annual giving campaign through Walmart Canada for disaster relief and preparedness.
  • Walmart Canada is the largest corporate partner of the Canadian Red Cross.
  • Walmart Canada supports the commitment of the Red Cross in building resilient communities from coast to coast to coast.
  • We are grateful for the ongoing support from Walmart Canada to help the Red Cross address emerging needs caused by disasters and emergencies across the country, said Jean-Philippe Tizi, Chief Emergency Officer, Canadian Red Cross.

New Report Highlights Federally Assisted Rental Properties at High Risk of Negative Impacts from Natural Hazards

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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'Taking Stock: Natural Hazards and Federally Assisted Housing' examines the locations of project-based federally assisted properties in relation to the Federal Emergency Management Agency's National Risk Index (NRI).

Key Points: 
  • 'Taking Stock: Natural Hazards and Federally Assisted Housing' examines the locations of project-based federally assisted properties in relation to the Federal Emergency Management Agency's National Risk Index (NRI).
  • "In particular, federally assisted renters of color are more likely to live in areas of high risk than federally assisted white renters."
  • "Natural hazards pose a significant threat to federally assisted housing, while its residents are especially vulnerable to adverse impacts," said Diane Yentel, president and chief executive officer of NLIHC.
  • To read more about the risks natural hazards pose to federally assisted housing and learn about policies for preparedness and mitigation, please visit https://preservationdatabase.org/reports/taking-stock/ .