The imperative for narrowing down too much choice
According to an Accenture report, “The Empowered Consumer,” retailers and brands have inadvertently created a cacophony of choice that could result in lost revenue.
Chain Drug Review
Nine opportunities presented by aging baby boomers
The opportunities to keep boomers youthful are only limited by an entrepreneur’s imagination.
CVS Health names Heidi Capozzi EVP, Chief People Officer
She will lead the human resources, labor relations, compensation and benefits, and corporate social responsibility teams who support CVS Health's strategy to build a world of health around every consumer.
Walmart flu shot appointments available nationwide
“Walmart is encouraging everyone to schedule their appointments now ahead of peak respiratory illness season to help keep our communities healthy this fall.”
NCPA applauds Harris’ focus on PBM reform
“We are very pleased that Vice President Harris is focused on the predatory, anticompetitive companies that are driving up the cost of prescription drugs, driving small, independent pharmacies out of business, and restricting health care access for millions of patients."
TSE reflects NACDS’ commitment to health innovation
NACDS continues to advocate vigorously — and in ever more bold ways — for federal and state policies that are absolutely essential for health and wellness innovation.
Walgreens names two key hires to retail and customer experience team
Koller and Sudhakar will begin their roles in late August.
Circana: July retail sales reveal a summer vacation from discretionary spending
Consumers are adapting purchase decisions around a quest for value and are shifting behavior accordingly.
Cardinal Health helps Medicine Shoppe seize the moment
Cardinal Health is centered on support for independent pharmacies and committed to helping them navigate the dynamics of today’s industry so they can face the future with confidence.
White House reports Rx drug deals will produce billions in savings
Those savings won’t kick in until 2026. Until then, some Medicare enrollees should see relief from drug prices in a new rule starting next year that caps how much they pay annually on drugs to $2,000.
OmniSYS becomes XiFin Pharmacy Solutions, launches pharmacy payor rate transparency monitor
Integrated organization delivers on vision to bring next generation health care solutions, analytics and Resources to pharmacists.
Circana research highlights global opportunities to support consumer pursuit of well-being
Circana’s global research identified more than 55 ways consumers pursue their well-being across various sectors.
U.S. retail sales advance in July despite the economy's strong but moderating growth
“July’s retail sale figures mirror the strength in the economy, which continues to expand even though there are pressures on growth,” Jack Kleinhenz said.
Walmart posts 4.8% revenue gain in second quarter
Walmart's consolidated revenue for the quarter ended July 31 increased 4.8%, to $169.3 billion. Operating income grew faster — up 8.5% — and global eCommerce increased by 21%.
Benefit projected by CMS price setting cannot compare to benefit of generic and biosimilar medicines
Healthy competition and access to generics and biosimilars are essential for patients and the U.S. healthcare system.