NCPA Foundation announces NCPA Annual Convention activities
The National Community Pharmacists Association Foundation has announced its planned activities during the NCPA 2018 Annual Convention in Boston, Mass. on Oct. 6-9.
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Rite Aid rolls out its drug safety program to Seattle schools
In an effort to help address adolescent drug abuse and misuse in the state of Washington, The Rite Aid Foundation is bringing the Prescription Drug Safety program, an innovative digital course about prescription drug abuse prevention, to Seattle-area high schools.
PQA CEO issues statement on Congress approving of opioid legislation
Laura Cranston, chief executive officer, Pharmacy Quality Alliance (PQA), issued the following statement on the approval of federal legislation to combat the opioid epidemic: “The PQA applauds the bipartisan work of Congress to mitigate the opioid epidemic and ensure the safe and appropriate use of
U.S. Senate passes NACDS policy recommendations in Opioid Bill
ARLINGTON, Va. – This week the U.S. Senate passed the opioid-abuse-prevention legislation that reflects aspects of all four of the policy topics recommended by the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS), and that the U.S. House of Representatives passed on September 28.
Report says Amazon shifting from private label to exclusive brands
Private brand expansion has been a major priority for Amazon with several new labels being introduced every year.
QS/1 honors pharmacists at NCPA
QS/1 realizes pharmacy is a noble profession that gives back to the community every day. For their work, QS/1 is honoring pharmacists at the 2018 National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) Annual Convention by donating to charities in the name of three pharmacists.
McKesson sponsors Community Pharmacy Ownership Workshop
McKesson’s RxOwnership team has partnered with the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) to sponsor its ninth Pharmacy Ownership Workshop, to further advance community pharmacy ownership. The Pharmacy Ownership Workshop takes place October 4-6, ahead of the NCPA Annual Convention.
Packaged Facts reports Walmart’s expands customer base in war with Amazon
Among many of today’s consumers, retailer loyalty extends only as far as conveniently and cost-effectively getting the best price on the product they want. The retailer that meets that need wins the sale.
Giant to roll out new urban store concept
Giant Food Stores announced plans for a new store format and brand designed for urban neighborhoods. The first of the new stores will be located in Philadelphia’s Graduate Hospital neighborhood, and will be called Giant Heirloom Market.
C3 International introduces medical cannabis pill Idrasil
GARDEN GROVE, Calif.– C3 International, a biopharmaceutical company that has played a leadership role in the emerging cannabinoid therapeutics health sector, officially announced the launch of its flagship Idrasil pain management pill. Idrasil is the first standardized form of medical cannabis.
Colgate Optic White partners with actress Debra Messing
Colgate Optic White is teaming up with actress Debra Messing to dish on how she has remained energized, fit and glowing throughout her career.
Nestlé Waters Allentown factories achieve Water Stewardship certification
Nestlé Waters North Americara reported that its Allentown, Pennsylvania factories received certification under the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Standard.
Walgreens and Birchbox offer new beauty experience
Walgreens and online beauty retailer Birchbox are teaming up to build Birchbox retail experiences within select Walgreens stores.
Bartell Drugs offers convenient flu shot program
SEATTLE – Bartell’s pharmacy is prepared to help protect customers from the flu with a fast and easy vaccination program. Receiving an annual flu vaccine is the first and most important step in protecting against influenza and its potentially serious complications.
Innovation to move to new facility to accommodate strong growth
JOHNSON CITY, N.Y. – Innovation, makers of PharmASSIST pharmacy automation solutions, today announced that the company is moving to a 91,000 square foot campus, located at the newly renamed 701-720 Innovation Way (formerly Azon Road) in Johnson City, N.Y.
NCPA seeks clarification on pass-through deduction in new tax Law
ALEXANDRIA, Va. –The National Community Pharmacists Association, which represents the owners of 22,000 small businesses, is seeking clarification on community pharmacists’ ability to obtain the pass-through deduction under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.