Sherri Keeth named new vice president, Optical DMM for Walmart
"After an amazing 13 years with Sam's Club I am incredibly excited to make a big move (just across the street) to support Kyle Kinnard and look after the Walmart optical division."
Bill Schiffner
Federal judge blocks Arkansas law banning PBM-owned pharmacies
Judge Miller found that the law appeared to discriminate against out-of-state companies and that Arkansas had not demonstrated that it lacked other means to achieve its goals.
LISTERINE partners with Cynthia Erivo on "Wash Your Mouth" campaign
Insures the iconic mouth of the award-winning actor, singer and cultural icon, to help reshape how people think about oral health.
J.D. Power: Customer satisfaction with mail-order pharmacies surges as chain drug store customers look for alternatives
Health Mart ranked highest among brick-and-mortar chain drug store pharmacies. Good Neighbor Pharmacy ranked second.
New report looks at states with the best and worst health care
New Hampshire has the lowest average monthly health-insurance premium, which is 2.5 times lower than in West Virginia, the highest.
Albertsons taps Brian Monahan to lead Albertsons Media Collective
A recognized leader in retail media, Monahan brings extensive experience at dentsu, Pinterest and Walmart.com.
RxConnexion named Preferred Vendor by RxPOA to empower independent pharmacies across the country
This strategic partnership enables RxPOA members to access RxConnexion’s full suite of services at preferred pricing—designed specifically to help independent pharmacies grow, increase profitability, and expand their clinical impact in the communities they serve.
NACDS praises Senate action to ensure seniors on Medicare have access to certain state-approved pharmacist services
Bipartisan bill stands to enhance healthcare delivery for seniors nationwide, especially those in communities where provider shortages persist.
Picklebalm teams with Professional Pickleball Association as Official Topical Pain Reliever
The comprehensive partnership brings Picklebalm's innovative C.A.L.M. formula directly to professional and recreational players.
Happy Cappy expands nationwide with CVS launch in 6,800 stores
"Parents are often overwhelmed by the lack of safe, effective products for their kids' skin issues," said Dr. Valenzuela. "With this CVS launch, families across the country will now have easier access to pediatrician-developed solutions right in their neighborhood pharmacy."
Consumer Edge data shows tariffs, interest rates are causing major shifts in general merchandise spending
Consumers have altered their spending behavior in response to these pressures, signaling a widespread realignment in how and where they shop.
Summerween has arrived: Mars unwraps a new era of Halloween
“Summerween is a movement and Mars is matching that energy—making sure your favorite Halloween products are on shelf whenever you’re ready to celebrate,” said Tim LeBel, Mars Chief Halloween Officer and President of Sales.
CVS rebranding Rite Aid, Bartell stores in Pacific Northwest
"We’ve decided to convert the 64 stores we are planning to buy and operate, including 20 Rite Aid locations that are still branded Bartell Drugs, to CVS Pharmacy upon the closing of the transactions."
Cardinal Health RBC 2025: Empowering the voice of independent pharmacy
This year’s conference highlighted examples of how independent pharmacies are navigating the way forward with consultative support, solutions, and a deeper investment in advocacy from Cardinal Health.
McKesson recognizes the role of the community pharmacist
Scott Miller, president of strategic, community and specialized care pharmacy at McKesson, acknowledged the balancing act independent pharmacies face.
Need for change is 'amplified' at ideaShare 2025
Jeanine Singer said that with this program McKesson is really focused on what pharmacists are focused on, which is building advocacy around their patients.