CVS strengthens retail field organization
CVS/pharmacy has unveiled new leadership assignments for its retail field organization.
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Walgreens study sees benefits of 90-day prescriptions
Medicaid patients across four therapeutic categories experienced better adherence with 90-day medication supplies compared to 30-day refills, according to a Walgreen Co. study. Those patients with the three-month supply also showed nominal wastage and more cost savings.
Walmart focuses on drug costs
At a time when seniors are weighing which Medicare Part D plan to enroll in for 2013, Humana Inc. and Walmart are making their offering more appealing, particularly for those with high blood pressure.
Nail HQ kiosks introduced by CVS/pharmacy
CVS/pharmacy has launched what it calls Nail HQ. The in-store kiosks showcase the hottest nail care trends and product innovations and are being offered in more than 2,000 of the drug chain’s stores.
Walgreens connects with customers via new magazine
Walgreen Co. has launched its own biannual glossy magazine. The first issue of "Happy And Healthy, Your Guide To Living Well With Walgreens" debuted on November 4. The glossy, 28-page magazine is available in English and Spanish, with a separate version for Duane Reade customers.
WellCare Medicare benefit consultants staffed at Walgreens stores
WellCare Health Plans Inc. is working with Walgreens to staff some of the drug chain’s stores in 12 states with Medicare benefit consultants.
CVS waives co-pays in communities hit hard by Sandy
CVS/pharmacy is waiving prescription co-payments, deductibles and other financial liability at 45 stores in several New York City boroughs and on Long Island that were impacted by Hurricane Sandy.
Kroger to acquire specialty pharmacy operator
Kroger Co. plans to acquire Axium Pharmacy Holdings Inc., a leading specialty pharmacy. Financial terms of the agreement weren’t disclosed.
New London Drugs website debuts
After 18 months of extensive planning and investment, London Drugs has debuted a new website and e-commerce store. Executives note that the new site features a variety of navigational improvements and two key differentiators.
Kmart taps senior VP for food, drug
Ryan Vero is joining Sears Holdings Corp., the parent company of Kmart, as senior vice president and president of grocery, drug and pharmacy. Vero most recently served as the executive vice president and chief merchandising/marketing officer at OfficeMax Inc.
Ology added to PL assortment at Walgreens
Walgreen Co. has launched a new private label line featuring products free of harmful chemicals. The Ology line includes baby care and personal care products, as well as household cleaners, paper products and compact fluorescent lightbulbs.
Successful campaign for NACDS-PAC
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores says the results of this year’s congressional elections bode well for community pharmacy.
CACDS assesses challenges of evolving business model
Adding new services to an established business model, as community pharmacy is now in the process of accomplishing, is challenging but it can be done profitably, said Steve Wilton, vice president of pharmacy affairs at the Canadian Association of Chain Drug Stores, at CACDS’ annual conference.
Ontario likely to widen scope of Rx practice
Marshall Moleschi, registrar of Ontario College of Pharmacists, told his audience at the Canadian Association of Chain Drug Stores 2012 Conference that policy makers and the health care community are keen to see pharmacy professionals practice to their full scope.
Drug stores a line of defense against chaos
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Pharmacy needs to stay engaged in political process
With the conclusion of the 2012 election cycle, retail pharmacy operators have received a definitive answer to one of the biggest questions facing the industry.