Analysis of HDA specialty distributors reveals continued growth
A new analysis published by the HDA Research Foundation indicates that oncology drugs, autoimmune and HIV therapeutics fueled specialty pharmaceutical segment growth in 2018.
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SilverCloud’s platform now part of Express Scripts’ digital health formulary
SilverCloud Health, one of the leading digital mental health platforms, announced Friday that Express Scripts, the largest independent manager of pharmacy benefits in the United States, will include SilverCloud’s evidenced-based digital mental health platform on its new digital health formulary in 2
Oscar, Capsule partner to increase access to affordable drugs in N.Y.
Oscar and Capsule have announced a new partnership that will bring Capsule’s effortless, same-day delivery pharmacy benefits to all Oscar members in New York. Starting on January 1, 2020, all Oscar members can select Capsule as their pharmacy in the app.
Dr. Stephen Hahn confirmed as FDA Commissioner
The United States Senate voted, 72-18, on Thursday to confirm Dr. Stephen Hahn as Commissioner of Food and Drugs. Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar issued the following statement: “I congratulate Dr. Hahn and thank the Senate for prioritizing his nomination.
CVS Health giving $750K to California Harm Reduction Coalition
As part of its commitment to building healthier communities, CVS Health announced Thursday it will be providing $750,000 over the next three years to the national Harm Reduction Coalition to improve the health and wellness of California residents impacted by prescription opioid misuse and abuse.
IRI, Kantar team to help CPG companies
IRI and Kantar are joining forces to help consumer packaged goods companies measure and optimize their marketing programs for both short-term sales gains and long-term brand health.
NACDS Foundation Dinner raises nearly $1.9 million for health care initiatives
NEW YORK – Supporters and attendees of the 21st National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation Annual Dinner raised nearly $1.9 million to advance the Foundation’s evidence-based research, educational programs and philanthropic initiatives.
Pepsi Café beverage to debut next April
Pepsi is brewing something up for 2020 that will awaken taste buds of cola lovers and coffee fanatics across the country. Pepsi announced Pepsi Café, a delicious new beverage debuting in the U.S.
WBA and McKesson to create German wholesale joint venture
Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) and McKesson Corp. on Thursday signed an agreement to create a joint venture that will combine their respective pharmaceutical wholesale businesses in Germany with Alliance Healthcare Deutschland and GEHE Pharma Handel.
NACDS announces speakers for 2020 Annual Meeting in Arizonia
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores announced its speakers for its 2020 Annual Meeting, which is set to take place April 25-28, at The Phoenician in Scottsdale, Ariz. Jon Meacham will be the headline speaker at the NACDS’ Business Program on Sunday, April 26.
E. & J. Gallo agrees to modify agreement with Constellation
E. & J. Gallo Winery (Gallo) announced Thursday that it has agreed to modify its agreement with Constellation Brands announced on April 3, 2019, for the purchase of a portfolio of wine brands, along with six winemaking facilities located in California, Washington, and New York.
CVS Health rolls out Transform Oncology Care program
CVS Health announced on Thursday the Transform Oncology Care program, anchored on a first-of-its-kind precision medicine strategy for payors.
Nestlé makes strategic move to create global leader in ice cream
Nestlé announced Wednesday that it has reached an agreement to sell its U.S. ice cream business to Froneri, an ice cream-focused joint venture Nestlé created in 2016 with PAI Partners, for a transaction value of USD $4 billion.
Vet’s beard honored as ‘Best in America’ by Wahl
STERLING, Ill. – Zack Brown’s beard now wears the badge of ‘Best in America’ and he owns the title of Wahl Man of the Year. Each year Wahl’s mobile barbershop visits the Top 10 Most Facial Hair Friendly Cities in America in search of the nation’s most winning whiskers.
Nambe Drugs now offers AllerPops for allergy sufferers
Nambe Drugs, a family-owned pharmacy located in Los Alamos and Santa Fe, is now carrying AllerPops, a natural allergy remedy that works by correcting the underlying cause of allergies instead of masking the symptoms. “I think it’s going to be a very effective product.
RB forms recycling initiative in partnership with TerraCycle
RB has kicked-off their Healthy You, Healthy Planet recycling initiative by partnering with international recycling leader TerraCycle.