Medication adherence is targeted by CVS Caremark
CVS Caremark Corp. has launched a partnership to develop ways to encourage medication adherence.
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Obama tries to revitalize health care reform bill
A determined President Obama, calling for an “up or down” vote on his health care reform proposal, is depending on his Democrat colleagues to pass a measure that has already been rejected by Republicans.
Frail parts ways with Walgreens
Eddie Frail, who joined Walgreen Co. last June as divisional vice president and general merchandise manager of seasonal and general merchandise, has left the company. No replacement has been named.
Kerr wins recognition for MTM services
Kerr Drug has retained its title as the top pharmacy chain in Outcomes Pharmaceutical Health Care’s national medication therapy management (MTM) network. With this most recent recognition, Kerr has been named the top pharmacy chain by Outcomes, an MTM services company, for three consecutive years.
Rx groups back jobs measure
One of the job creation bills being considered in the Senate contains good news for community pharmacy operators. The legislation includes a six-month extension of a temporary increase in the federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP).
Duane Reade acquisition a good move for Walgreens
and Duane Reade is the city’s dominant drug chain. Moreover, that dominance has, in recent times, come to extend beyond any market share figures (Duane Reade currently
Chain, independent Rx exhibit spirit of unity
A recent edition of The New York Times carried a story about the plight of independent pharmacies in America. Appearing under the headline, “For a Drugstore, ‘Nice’ Isn’t a Panacea,” the article does a good job outlining the strengths of independents and the challenges that they currently face.
Berry health bill would boost community Rx, NCPA says
The National Community Pharmacists Association said a smaller health care reform bill introduced by Rep. Marion Berry (D., Ark.) includes several provisions that would strengthen the ability of community pharmacies to provide services to their patients. The legislation, H.R.
Walgreens, CVS recognized as top retail brands
Walgreens and CVS are near the top of the list of the nation’s most valuable retail brands in 2010, according to Interbrand Design Forum. In the brand consultancy’s second ranking of the top 50 U.S. retail brands, Walgreens finished at No. 5 and CVS came in at No. 6. Last year, Walgreens
CVS, Maybelline promotion seeks Broadway wannabes
CVS/pharmacy and Maybelline New York have teamed up in a promotion through which consumers can audition to win a walk-on role in the popular Broadway musical "Chicago." Dubbed "Be Sensational and Win," the contest runs March 15 to April 15. Consumers can enter by visiting the web site www.
Endo Pharmaceuticals names new COO
Julie McHugh has been hired as the new chief operating officer at Endo Pharmaceuticals. Plans call for McHugh to begin in the COO post effective March 15, the specialty pharmaceutical company said Friday.
Sanofi-aventis finalizes Chattem acquisition
Sanofi-aventis has completed its acquisition of U.S. drug maker Chattem Inc., which is now a subsidiary of the sanofi-aventis Group. Chattem’s common stock ceased trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market after the market’s close on March 10, sanofi-aventis said Thursday.
Kimberly-Clark introduces Kleenex Hand Towels
Kimberly-Clark Corp. has launched Kleenex Hand Towels, designed to serve as an alternative to cloth hand towels by providing a clean, dry towel each time people wash their hands in the bathroom.
NACDS honors Rep. Marion Berry for pharmacy advocacy
Rep. Marion Berry (D., Ark.) has recived the National Association of Chain Drug Stores Congressional Leadership Award for his strong commitment to and lifetime support of pharmacy.
Kinney Drugs to hold ‘Diabetes Awareness Day’
Kinney Drugs later this month plans to hold free diabetes clinics at all of its stores in Vermont. Dubbed "Diabetes Alert Day," the round of testing and education clinics will be held 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 23, at 16 Kinney stores. Those attending the clinics, which are being
CVS Caremark: Employers eye more Rx savings
This year, companies are seeking more ways to save on pharmacy costs, an annual employer client survey by CVS Caremark Corp. finds.