Prime Therapeutics’ Mostafa Kamal becomes PCMA board chair
Kamal succeeds David Joyner, executive vice president of CVS Health and president of CVS Caremark, who completed his term as PCMA’s board chairman.
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Circana reports that holiday shopping should be up this year
Holiday shoppers plan to spend an average of 2% more than last year, and Black Friday hits 4-year high in expectation of best holiday deals.
Camber’s readiness for DSCSA compliance
Camber is fully prepared for DSCSA compliance by November 2024.
Qnovia announces FDA clearance of IND application for lead asset RespiRx Nicotine Inhaler
Phase 1 clinical trial for smoking cessation expected to dose first patient in 4Q 2024.
Thrifty White Health honored at UCare’s “A Salute to Excellence!” awards ceremony
Thrifty White Health receives the Innovation Award.
The Emerson Group launches new “Future of Commerce” event series
The series will kick off with an event live-streamed from London on October 9, allowing American retail and CPG executives to get an international perspective on the trends shaping their industry’s future, without ever leaving their desks.
Walgreens unveils Student Loan 401(k) Match Program
Program allows eligible team members to prioritize paying down student loans while contributing to their financial future.
Walmart’s Cancer COE builds on program with Mayo Clinic
By expanding the Cancer COE program, associates and dependents on eligible Walmart medical plans can now access the same benefit for virtually any cancer.
Edgewell Personal Care appoints Jessica Spence as president of North America Business
Spence will lead Edgewell's North American commercial business and will report directly to Rod Little, president and chief executive officer.
CVS to lay off 2,900 workers
Initial press reports suggested that CVS was exploring a range of options, including a possible breakup of the company to separate its retail and insurance units. Those reports were based on “sources familiar with the matter,” according to news stories.
Glenview Capital issues statement on CVS Health
"Our goals are those shared by all stakeholders – to work together to strengthen CVS's culture and operating performance to enhance value for customers, associates and shareholders alike."
NRF urges action as strike shuts down East and Gulf Coast ports
"This strike will have devastating consequences for American workers, their families, and local communities," Shay said in a statement.
HRG supports independent pharmacies at NCPA Annual Convention
Additionally, HRG will be exhibiting at NCPA Annual, demonstrating their merchandising tools and branding services designed to aid the success of independent pharmacies
Aetna 2025 Medicare plans focus on most important health needs for members
Backed by the strength of CVS Health.
McKesson launches new cell and gene therapy business, InspiroGene
InspiroGene enables manufacturers, payers, and providers to navigate the complex CGT commercialization landscape to ensure patients can access the life-changing treatments they need.