Pharmacy patient satisfaction tracked by J.D. Power
Pharmacies operating under the Health Mart, Sam’s Club and Publix Supermarkets Inc. banners are among the leaders in patient satisfaction, according to the J.D. Power U.S. Pharmacy Study.
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Acquisition strengthens Genoa’s ability to serve customers
Genoa is buying the behavioral health and residential care services division of Advanced Care Pharmacy Services. Financial terms were not disclosed. Genoa said the agreement includes 13 Advanced Care behavioral health pharmacies in Michigan.
McKesson Canada president steps down
Alain Champagne has resigned as president of McKesson Canada to head sales training and development firm Optimé International. As partner and chief executive officer, Champagne will lead Optimé’s strategic direction and management.
Gosch, Tweeten named exec VPs at Hy-Vee
Hy-Vee Inc. has promoted Jeremy Gosch and Donna Tweeten to executive vice president. Gosch, formerly senior vice president and chief merchandising officer, was named executive vice president of strategy and chief merchandising officer.
Community pharmacies gear up for flu shot season
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends an annual flu shot for everyone over the age of six months, and retail pharmacies across the nation are spreading the word of their ability to provide such health services.
New payment tool added to CVS’ digital arsenal
CVS Pharmacy has added a mobile payment tool to its app, expediting checkout. The tool, called CVS Pay, integrates payment, prescription pickup and the ExtraCare loyalty program in one scan.
Pay options grow for Balance Rewards users
Walgreens Balance Rewards members can now seamlessly apply their loyalty account at checkout through Android Pay, furthering the convenience of earning and redeeming points and expanding the company’s portfolio of unified mobile payments solutions.
Concerns about Zika threat on the rise in this country
A new study suggests that the Zika virus can live and cause damage in newborns for at least two months after birth, raising new concerns among health officials across the globe. The report, published online in the New England Journal of Medicine, involves a baby boy born in January to a woman in
Winning products named in TSE showcase
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores has announced winners of the 2016 NACDS Total Store Expo Product Showcase in 10 product categories. The showcase, situated on the exhibit floor, provided increased visibility for suppliers to market their products.
NACDS continues to extend its vision, reach
which brings together aspects of the industry that the association previously addressed in three separate shows — hit its stride in terms of fostering interaction between retailers and suppliers, with the Meet the Market
Industry in lull as it enters crucial holiday season
The all-important Christmas selling season is about to begin. Truth is, the season begins during the run-up to Halloween and runs, virtually non-stop, through December 24.
Amneal adds to women’s health lineup
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC has expanded its portfolio of women’s health products with the release of Femynor, a birth control pill. Amneal said Femynor (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol tablets, 0.25 mg/0.
Upsher-Smith rolls out Qudexy XR savings program
Upsher-Smith Laboratories Inc. has launched a new savings and support program for Qudexy XR extended-release capsules, a once-daily, broad-spectrum anti-epileptic medication.
Walgreens, HHS offer vouchers for free flu shots
Again this year, Walgreens is working with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide more than $10 million of free flu shot vouchers for the upcoming flu season.
Neighbourhood Pharmacies readies for Executive Summit
The Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada plans to hold its Executive Summit here next month. Focusing on the changes in Canada’s prescription drug market, the event will have “The Future of Pharmacy Reimbursement” as its theme, Neighbourhood Pharmacies said.
Walmart enhances shopping experience for OTCs
A simplified shopping experience with improved navigation and adjacencies is at the heart of Walmart’s over-the-counter drug presentation, says Carmen Bauza, the company’s senior vice president of OTC health care.