Walgreens cancels Boots drugstore IPO as talks go on
According to published reports, Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has stopped plans for a possible initial public offering of its UK Boots drugstore chain.
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Looking to the future of health care
Speaking at WSL’s event on Thursday, CVS Health’s Erin Condon talked about how consumer expectations around health care are changing, requiring a more personalized, inclusive and holistic approach. “At the end of the day, health is about living,” Condon said.
NACDS welcomes enactment of Vermont PBM Reform Bill
which was signed into law on May 30 by Vermont Governor Phil Scott (R) and which becomes effective on July 1, 2024 — will help reduce prescription drug prices and preserve Vermont
Walmart offers new innovations, integrations
At Walmart, the customer has always been at the center of everything. Helping people live better is not a mantra, it’s been part of the company since day one. Today’s customers are tech savvy, with elevated expectations around how, when and where they shop.
Walgreens’ Clinical Trials business celebrates second anniversary
Walgreens launched its clinical trials business two years ago as an integral part of its healthcare strategy, to redefine the patient experience, and to increase access, diversity, equity, and patient retention in drug development research.
Kroger’s The Little Clinic’s relaunches weight management program
The Little Clinic, an offshoot of Kroger Health that operates 226 clinics in the U.S., has announced a new approach to its weight management program.
NACDS presses PBM reform as agencies probe consolidation
ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is urging the U.S.
What pharmacists need to know about colon cancer screening
Traditionally, pharmacists have been somewhat excluded from the fight against cancer. However, the increasing availability of at-home screening tests presents an opportunity to change that, and the timing couldn’t be more critical.
The Desire Company secures $97M valuation in series B to expand expert-driven product review solution
A pioneer in expert product education, The Desire Company has concluded its Series B funding round, catapulting its valuation to $97 million.
Food is medicine online event slated for Tuesday
On June 11 decision-makers and advocates will focus on food is medicine, health and wellness innovation, and chronic disease prevention and management, will have a chance to gain insights about a compelling announcement by the Milken Institute and the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS
Registration open for NCPA 2024 Annual Convention
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Registration opens today, June 5, for the National Community Pharmacists Association’s 2024 Annual Convention, set for Oct. 26-29 in Columbus, Ohio.
Dollar Tree is exploring a sale of Family Dollar
Dollar Tree said on Wednesday it was looking at options, including a potential sale or spinoff of its Family Dollar banner, as it looks to restructure business amid still-high inflation that continues to strain consumer spending.
Massachusetts advertising campaign comes as part of NACDS’ broader advocacy work in collaboration with in-state partners
In support of pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform legislation in Massachusetts, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) launched this week 60-second and 30-second ads, titled ‘STAND UP’, for Boston news and talk radio stations.
MedAdvisor Solutions unveils Omnichannel Engagement for Pharmacy
MedAdvisor Solutions, the global leader of pharmacy-driven, patient engagement, today announced the launch of Omnichannel Engagement for Pharmacy, powered by the company’s AI-enabled platform, THRiV.
Walmart Data Ventures launches Digital Landscapes
As more customers are turning to Walmart.com and the Walmart app to find value, it’s essential for suppliers to understand how they find and select products among a wide range of options.
AI powers up an anti-fraud prescription for pharmacy
Among all the challenges that overworked, understaffed retail pharmacies are dealing with, preventing prescription fraud is uniquely taxing for pharmacy staff.