MasterClass launches GLP-1 education course
Endocrinologist Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen leads a new MasterClass course designed to help patients better understand GLP-1 therapy.
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Retailers face hurdles in deploying AI
Emarsys finds that fragmented data is preventing many brands from fully deploying AI across customer engagement.
FTC and 22 states challenge Amazon ad auction practices
The FTC and 22 states allege Amazon secretly increased advertising prices while misleading brands and sellers about how its ad auctions operated.
NCPA raises concerns over FTC Caremark settlement
NCPA warns that independent pharmacies could be required to provide competitively sensitive acquisition-cost information to vertically integrated PBMs.
cbdMD agrees to acquire Twinlab brands
The deal would significantly expand the company’s presence across supplements, sports nutrition, weight management, beauty, and longevity wellness.
Solv adds Amazon Pharmacy delivery visibility
Patients booking care through Solv can now see Amazon Pharmacy same-day and next-day prescription delivery availability before their appointment.
Healthy aging shifts focus from biohacks to the basics
A U.S. News & World Report survey shows experts prefer exercise, nutrition, and sleep over trendy longevity fixes, highlighting opportunities in supplements, GLP-1s, and women’s health.
Pharmasave cites community pharmacies’ $23 billion impact in Canada
New research for the Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada shows community pharmacies support over 273,000 jobs and add nearly $23 billion yearly to Canada’s economy.
PBM reform puts greater focus on total pharmacy costs
Federal efforts to increase PBM transparency are putting greater attention on whether changes to rebates and compensation ultimately lower pharmacy costs.
CHPA president and CEO Scott Melville to step down
Scott Melville will conclude a 16-year tenure during which CHPA expanded its reach across the broader self-care industry.
Mérieux NutriSciences deal expands OTC and supplement testing
The Certified Group acquisition will add 31 North American laboratories and expand testing services for OTC products, dietary supplements, and cosmetics.
NACDS TSE lays out a bold path for pharmacy
TSE 2026 in Boston showed an industry aiming to expand pharmacy’s community role in healthcare amidst reimbursement pressures, technological shifts, and retail changes.
NACDS sets new strategic direction at TSE
NACDS unveiled the direction of a new strategic framework at Total Store Expo focused on shaping pharmacy’s future and strengthening value for members.
Estée Lauder brings science to shade matching
The collaboration could help the company improve shade accuracy, develop more natural, consistent formulas, and enhance inclusivity across its luxury beauty portfolio.
Vitamin Angels steps up support for Indonesia’s vitamin A program
The nonprofit is directly supporting Indonesia’s nationwide vitamin A campaign for the first time after more than a decade of work in the country.
CVS: Employers lean on PBMs as pharmacy costs climb
New CVS Caremark research identifies GLP-1 management, biosimilars and digital tools as key opportunities to improve affordability.