Obama proposes cuts in Medicare, Medicaid
The Obama administration is proposing to cut $320 billion from projected spending on Medicare and Medicaid in the coming decade as part of an overall reduction of the federal deficit.
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Walgreens hits green milestone
Walgreen Co. has reiterated its commitment to sustainability with its 100th rooftop solar power system installation in a store in Mason, Ohio.
Golden era in Rx ends with DeMino’s death
When Len DeMino retired earlier this month after over 50 years of service to the profession of community pharmacy, he closed the door on the golden era of chain drug retailing, an era he helped define.
High Court should weigh in on health care reform
Whatever one thinks of the health care reform legislation, whose most far-reaching provisions are due to take effect in 2014, it should be welcome news that the Obama administration has asked the Supreme Court to consider the ongoing legal challenges to the law.
Walgreens, Express Scripts reach accord in Puerto Rico
In one break in their ongoing dispute, Walgreen Co. and Express Scripts Inc. have agreed to allow members of two health benefit plans in Puerto Rico to retain access to Walgreens pharmacies. Walgreens said Friday that members of MMM Healthcare Inc. and PMC Medicare Choice Inc., which
Retailers: Pharmacy theft is up
Pharmacy theft is on the rise among crimes against retailers, according to a new study by the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA).
Drug chains put spotlight on their pharmacists
The nation’s three biggest drug store chains, along with the American Pharmacists Association, are highlighting the value of the local pharmacist during October for the annual American Pharmacists Month campaign. By putting pharmacists in the limelight this month, Rite Aid Corp., CVS Caremark Corp.
Merck chairman Clark to retire
Richard Clark, chairman and former chief executive officer of Merck, plans to retire from the company and its board later this year. The pharmaceutical giant said Thursday that Clark, who has been with Merck nearly four decades, is slated to retire effective Dec. 1.
Hershey, Ferrero unveil warehousing, distribution pact
Hershey Co. and the Ferrero Group in North America have entered a joint warehousing, transportation and distribution arrangement.
Teva offers assistance with inhaler phase-out
Teva Respiratory is providing resources for patients that will be affected by the phase-out of the over-the-counter asthma inhaler Primatene Mist. The Food and Drug Administration has mandated that inhalers containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) be taken off the market after Dec.
Luster debuts Smooth Touch ‘2-N-1’ hair spritz
Luster Products Inc. has rolled out Smooth Touch Ready Set Glam Spritz & Shimmer 2-N-1, a hair spritz designed to provide firm hold with a built-in shining agent.
Walgreens adds prescription refill text alerts
Expanding its menu of mobile pharmacy services, Walgreen Co. has launched Refill Reminder Text Alerts. Walgreens said Thursday that the free service, for users of smartphones and other mobile devices, delivers a text message that notifies patients when a prescription is due for refill.
HDMA: Generic, specialty drug distribution grows
U.S. prescription sales through primary health care distributors edged up in 2010, and generic drugs and specialty medications accounted for a bigger share of those sales versus a year ago, according to the Healthcare Distribution and Management Association (HDMA).
Stance of NACDS differs on pair of drug safety bills
Pending federal legislation aimed at fostering a safe and secure prescription drug distribution system has drawn different positions from the National Association of Chain Drug Stores. NACDS said Wednesday that it supports the Drug Safety and Accountability Act of 2011 (S.1584), sponsored by Sen.
HHS chief inoculated at Walgreens to tout flu prevention
U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Kathleen Sebelius received a flu vaccination at a Chicago-area Walgreens store to highlight the importance of flu season preparedness.
NACDS Foundation’s Rosato to leave for new post
Edith Rosato, president of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation, is slated to leave that post next month to become chief executive officer of the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP).