NRF forecasts holiday sales to top $1 trillion in 2026
NRF president and CEO Matthew Shay said the forecast reflects confidence in consumers’ willingness to spend during the holidays
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Prescription Marketplace lets patients compare pharmacy prices at the point of care
Any pharmacy will be able to share its cash prices with health systems using Epic, so patients can choose the most affordable option—helping them fill their prescriptions at a time when more than 4 in 10 U.S. adults say cost has kept them from doing so.
Uqora report highlights hidden toll of UTIs on women’s health and daily lives
According to Uqora's UTI Impact Report, nearly half of women are willing to take a proactive approach to urinary health, signaling growing interest in prevention rather than treatment alone.
CVS to pay $315 million to resolve DOJ opioid prescription allegations
The settlement resolves a lawsuit filed in 2024 alleging that CVS filled medically unnecessary prescriptions for opioids and other controlled substances, contributing to the nation's ongoing opioid crisis.
Wahl pitches practical grooming gifts for men this holiday season
From smooth shaves and sharp details to at-home haircuts, Wahl has grooming gifts worth unwrapping.
Albertsons launches turnaround plan as Q2 sales decrease
Digital sales increased 11%, while pharmacy remained a key growth driver despite ongoing challenges related to the Inflation Reduction Act.
C4 Performance Energy’s fan-favorite Cereal Killer flavor expands to retailers nationwide
Nostalgic, cereal-inspired energy drink grows from cult favorite to national retail rollout amid rising demand for bold-flavored performance beverages.
Kroger encourages families to get vaccinated as Flu, COVID and RSV season begins
Customers may also be eligible for savings that are automatically loaded to their loyalty accounts at Kroger pharmacy locations.
Audien Hearing expands reach through Costco.com launch
Costco.com debut brings Audien’s O-T-C hearing aids and personalized support to millions of members nationwide.
Robox AI sees opportunity for smarter loss prevention in drug stores
According to Solomon, AI changes that dynamic by enabling retailers to analyze multiple camera feeds simultaneously and identify behavioral patterns in real time.
Aetna reports strong 2027 Medicare Advantage Star Ratings performance
More than 69% of Aetna Medicare Advantage members enrolled in plans rated 4 stars or higher.
CVS unveils first pharmacy-focused store in Boston area
Pharmacy-focused sites are opening in select communities to help increase access to pharmacy care.
Patients increasingly bypass insurance to pay cash for GLP-1 prescriptions, pharmacists say
The trend reflects the rapidly evolving GLP-1 marketplace.
Cardinal Health highlights supply chain resilience during National Healthcare Supply Chain Week
According to Cardinal Health, its supply chain infrastructure includes nearly 50 distribution and replenishment sites across North America.
NCPA Foundation honors Arkansas pharmacy leaders Megan Smith and Blake Torres
The Foundation recognized two Arkansas pharmacy leaders for their outstanding contributions to pharmacy education and community practice during the 2026 NCPA Annual Convention.
NCPA Foundation honors Jessica Hung and Xiaoyan Qin for independent pharmacy leadership
The honors recognize pharmacists who have advanced independent community pharmacy through business leadership, patient-centered care and service to their communities.