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CVS to start trial for home Hemodialysis device
CVS Health announced Wednesday the initiation of a clinical trial designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the HemoCare Hemodialysis System for administration of home hemodialysis. The innovative device includes safety features and is designed to make home hemodialysis simple for patients.
NCPA announces finalists for student awards
The National Community Pharmacists Association announced that three teams of pharmacy students have been named finalists in the 2019 Good Neighbor Pharmacy NCPA Pruitt-Schutte Student Business Plan Competition.
Updox announces new services to help independents reach and acquire patients
DUBLIN, Ohio – Updox, a health care collaboration platform that provides pharmacies with an all-in-one solution needed to attract new customers, better engage existing patients and collaborate with prescribers, today announced it is the first and only healthcare partner to offer digital marketing se
Meijer pharmacy gives away 50 million free prescriptions
Meijer pharmacies marked a major milestone this week in helping customers lower their healthcare costs. The Midwestern retailer’s Free Prescription Drug program reached 50 million prescriptions filled since its launch in 2006, saving customers more than $650 million.
Kinderfarms getting ready for September launch
Kinderlyte, the first natural, doctor-formulated oral electrolyte solution (OES) by Kinderfarms, has raised the bar on pediatric and adult rehydration and will soon be available at retailers across the country.
DIR fee relief urged in NACDS’ new campaign
ARLINGTON, Va. – Pharmacy “DIR fees” that have exploded by 45,000 percent from 2010 to 2017 are inflating seniors’ out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs and forcing pharmacies out of business.
PerceptiMed appoints Frank Starn CEO
The board of directors of PerceptiMed announced Tuesday that Frank Starn has been appointed chief executive officer. Citing the success the company is having with its scripClip pick-to-light will call system, Dr.
Cardinal Health appoints Stephen Mason to lead medical segment
Cardinal Health announced Tuesday that Stephen Mason, president of the company’s Cardinal Health at-Home Solutions business, has been promoted to chief executive officer of Cardinal Health’s Medical segment.
NACDS praises Missouri’s e-prescribing Law
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) on Monday praised Missouri’s enactment of SB 514, which requires electronic prescriptions for controlled substances, with specified exceptions, effective January 1, 2021.
Acosta names Darian Pickett CEO
Acosta, a full-service sales and marketing agency in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, announced Monday the appointment of Darian Pickett as chief executive officer, effective immediately.
Rite Aid partners with Google Maps
CAMP HILL, Pa. – Rite Aid and The Rite Aid Foundation announced Monday that over 550 medication disposal units across the nation are now searchable on Google Maps, making it even easier for people to safely dispose of unneeded or unwanted medications.
HDA issues new report on Rx drug importation
A new report published by the HDA Research Foundation concludes that federal proposals to permit the importation of prescription drugs into the U.S. fail to provide comprehensive guidance and funding to meet current federal safety and quality standards.
Post Consumer Brands, Second Harvest Heartland team up
Post Consumer Brands is teaming up with Second Harvest Heartland to help curb hunger in local Minnesota communities.
McKesson names Piping Rock CPG Supplier of the Year
Piping Rock Health Products was recently awarded CPG Supplier of the Year by McKesson Corp. in honor of their leadership in the consumer products industry at the McKesson Pharmaceutical National Sales Conference.
Hallmark unveils four new multicultural card lines
Hallmark is continuing to give people even more ways to emotionally connect with others through four brand new multicultural card lines celebrating Chinese, Indian, African American and Latino cultures.