McKesson elects pair of new board members
Donald Knauss and Susan Salka have been named as new independent directors at McKesson Corp. The pharmaceutical distribution giant said Monday that the appointments of Knauss and Salka are effective Oct. 20.
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Lilly set to release Trulicity pen for type 2 diabetes
Eli Lilly and Co. has been cleared to market Trulicity, a medication for type 2 diabetes. Lilly said Thursday Trulicity (dulaglutide) has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes.
VIVUS, Auxilium get sNDA approval for Stendra
VIVUS Inc. and Auxilium Pharmaceuticals Inc. have gained Food and Drug Administration approval for a supplemental new drug application (sNDA) for Stendra, a treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED).
Major chains enlist immunization reporting tool
Four of the nation’s largest retail pharmacy operators have adopted the Surescripts Immunization Registry Reporting service. Walgreens currently uses Surescripts Immunization Registry Reporting in 7,900 of its drug stores.
Care Pharmacies to migrate to new Rx platform
Care Pharmacies is getting ready to transition to a new pharmacy system. The regional drug chain said Monday that in October it will begin deployment of the PDX Enterprise Pharmacy System (EPS). Michael Wysong, chief executive officer of Care Pharmacies, based in Linthicum, Md.
Shoppers Drug Mart campaign supports women’s health
Shoppers Drug Mart has kicked off its 13th annual Tree of Life campaign, which raises funds in support of women’s health. The Canadian drug chain, part of Loblaw Cos., said this year’s goal is to raise $3.1 million to help fund local women’s health charities across the country.
Albertsons, Safeway unveil post-merger exec team
AB Acquisition LLC, the parent of Albertson’s LLC, and Safeway Inc. have named the senior executive team that will head the combined company when its planned merger is completed.
Merlo: Pharmacy can help solve care ‘conundrum’
In the nation’s capital, CVS Health president and CEO Larry Merlo highlighted the growing role that pharmacy and his company are playing in reducing chronic illness and improving patient health at a National Press Club luncheon. Larry Merlo addresses the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.
MinuteClinic opens new locations in Memphis
MinuteClinic is adding more walk-in medical clinic locations in the Memphis, Tenn., metropolitan area. The CVS Health subsidiary said Friday that three clinics opened in Memphis and Cordova earlier this month. Plans call for a fourth clinic to open in Springfield on Sept.
NACDS and DEA policy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 18, 2014 Contact: Chrissy Kopple (703) 837-4266 As House Panel Reviews DEA, NACDS Provides Recommendations in Combatting Prescription Drug Abuse, Protecting Patients Arlington, Va.
Good Neighbor Pharmacy launches online ‘university’
Good Neighbor Pharmacy has launched Good Neighbor Pharmacy University, an online resource that offers pharmacy owners education and tools to help them succeed in today’s health care marketplace. The AmerisourceBergen Corp.
Kmart kicks off flu shot program
Kmart has begun offering flu vaccinations on a walk-in basis at its in-store pharmacies. The discount store chain, part of Sears Holdings Corp., said Thursday that flu shots are available for as low as $24.99. Members of its Shop Your Way rewards program who get a flu vaccine at Kmart Pharmacy
Canada’s neighborhood pharmacies unite in new group
Canada’s retail pharmacy industry has formed a new organization to give a greater voice to the neighborhood drug store as pharmacists take on a bigger role in the nation’s health care system.
Rite Aid sees 2Q earnings rise, cuts full-year outlook
Rite Aid Corp. surpassed Wall Street’s earnings forecast for its fiscal 2015 second quarter but lowered its profit outlook for the full year, citing slimmer margins from generic drugs. Rite Aid said Thursday that net income for the second quarter ended Aug. 30 came in at $127.8 million, or 13 cents
Walgreens Partners with the Department of Veterans Affairs Immunizations
Walgreens Partners with the Department of Veterans Affairs to Expand Veterans Access to Flu and Other Recommended Vaccinations Arrangement includes secure, electronic transfer of immunization records, supports complete VA patient medical records October 02, 2014 10:38 AM Eastern Daylight Time DEERFI
Walgreens execs to keynote tech events
The mHealth Summit today announced that Walgreens’ Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Harry L. Leider, will open