CANN calls for accountability and bipartisan PBM reform
Community Access National Network (CANN) urges lawmakers to prioritize patients over profits in 340B reforms.
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Shingles vaccine linked to reduced risks of dementia, heart disease, and death
A Case Western study indicates the shingles vaccine might provide broader health benefits.
The Vitamin Shoppe names Kate Vukelich Chief People Officer
Vukelich brings over twenty years of leadership experience in HR, retail operations, and organizational transformation at major brands.
CRN expands Vitamin & Mineral Safety series
CRN has added new chapters on brain, eye, and heart-health nutrients to its Vitamin & Mineral Safety series, strengthening the scientific foundation for supplement safety.
Pharmacy Roundtable: Changing the profession to deliver care differently
There are many headwinds for the industry, starting with reimbursement pressure, but also extensive opportunities for collectively modernizing approaches to elevate the role of the pharmacist.
New free program launches to address rural pharmacy shortage
The free, application-based program addresses the growing shortage of pharmacies in rural communities by reducing barriers to ownership and providing aspiring pharmacy owners with the knowledge, resources, and professional connections needed to turn their vision into reality.
Robert (Bob) Greenwood awarded Dargavel Medal by NCPA Foundation
Greenwood is a 1977 graduate of Creighton University School of Pharmacy in Omaha, Neb., and began his pharmacy career in Waterloo, Iowa.
Vegas named chief commercial officer at Walgreens
She will lead the company's end-to-end customer experience strategy, including owned brand and merchandising, marketing, and the loyalty program.
The CPG Guys: Groceryshop ’25 with TCC’s Rick Swinkels
TCC develops loyalty campaigns and platforms that boost participation and engagement, recognizing and rewarding shopper behavior both in-store and online.
Holiday budgets hold steady despite inflation
Shoppers are resilient, planning to spend only 1.3% less than last year’s record. Retailers expect early deal-hunting and a long shopping season into December.
Discount Drug Mart fundraiser honors fallen and injured police
The donation reflects the generosity of the chain’s customers, who responded to a fundraising campaign at its Lorain County stores.
Improving health plan member experiences with AI
CVS Health recognizes that advancements in AI, when applied thoughtfully, can enhance and simplify the plan member journey.
NCPA Foundation announces 2025 Scholarship recipients
Scholarship awardees receive funds to be put toward their school tuition, complimentary registration to this year’s NCPA Annual Convention, and a travel stipend.
Erik Nelson receives NCPA Foundation’s NARD Ownership Award
Nelson is the owner of five pharmacies in the Spokane, Wash. and Post Falls, Idaho areas.
Matt Binder receives National Preceptor of the Year Award from NCPA Foundation
The selection was made through a blind judging process to guarantee fairness and impartiality.
BD unveils new AI-enabled solutions to drive connectivity across health care settings
The BD Incada Platform is available now with the launch of the next-generation BD Pyxis Pro Automated Medication Dispensing Solution, creating enterprise-wide visibility and connectivity that transforms data into actionable insight.