Visa analysis: U.S. rings in holiday retail spending growth
This year, Visa’s preliminary insights indicate that the overall holiday retail spend in the U.S. increased 4.8% year over year.
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Scripta Insights secures Series B runding, revolutionizing the way consumers shop for Rx drugs
$17M Series B round led by Aquiline to fuel Scripta’s growth into health plan and Medicare Advantage markets.
NCPA on new government funding deal: Missed opportunity
Congress fumbled a chance to rein in big insurance and PBMs and save taxpayers billions, says NCPA.
Recommendations for advancing health equity with PQA quality measures detailed in new report
PQA Health Equity Technical Expert Panel recommendations inform measure testing, use in quality programs, and risk adjustment models.
House GOP cuts PBM reforms in scaled-down spending bill that failed
The continuing resolution to fund the government failed a House vote, 235 to 174.
Hy-Vee offering limited-edition Caitlin Clark basketballs
Clark designed two new basketballs for the Inspire Series – the Tribute and the Dreamer.
CRN responds to USPSTF draft recommendations on vitamin D and calcium supplementation
CRN cautions that misinterpretation of the recommendations as broadly advising against supplementation could lead to the dismissal of other health benefits associated with these essential nutrients.
Rite Aid Healthy Futures gives almost $12 million to nonprofit organizations
Aims to drive progress against acute challenges facing children and youth.
NCPA: We’re on the verge of groundbreaking PBM reforms
But Congress must ignore big insurance and the PBM lobby’s last-ditch effort to scuttle reforms and pass the continuing resolution.
NACDS lauds Congress for CR negotiations, declares “key votes” in House and Senate to secure PBM reforms
NACDS is hailing PBM reforms contained in the 118th Congress’ culminating legislative package, and is urging the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate to advance this continuing resolution to President Biden’s desk for signature.
Camber launches generic Tarceva
Erlotinib tablets are a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
NRF: 157 million consumers expected to shop on Super Saturday
"Over half of consumers expect to complete their shopping in the week leading up to the Christmas holiday.”
CRN encourages greater inclusion of dietary supplement recommendations in dietary guidelines
The Advisory Committee's scientific report revealed troubling trends: Americans’ diets consistently fall short of aligning with Dietary Guidelines recommendations, leading to increased risk of nutrient inadequacies.
NACDS to Capitol Hill: Stand strong on PBM reform
NACDS: “As the continuing resolution is finalized, Americans and their pharmacies are watching and waiting for real PBM reform now to lower drug costs and to protect pharmacy access”.
Coresight Research looks at six trends that will transform the industry in 2025
Coresight Research sees the retail sector as being at a critical juncture, where embracing innovation and adapting to changing consumer preferences are no longer optional but essential for survival.