NACDS responds to HHS extending “PREP Act” for pharmacy access
The move by HHS will help maintain continuity of patients’ access to pharmacies as states continue to achieve strong progress in enhancing their policies.
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NACDS, NCPA to the U.S. Congress: Stand strong and enact PBM reforms this year in Medicare and Medicaid
“We also laud the commitment of other Republican and Democratic members of the House of Representatives and of the Senate who are working hard to deliver comprehensive PBM reform before year’s end."
NPC announces Takeda’s Jen Norton as board chair for 2025
NPC’s board also elected its Executive Committee for 2025.
Grocery TV and Hy-Vee team up
Move will power one of the largest in-store retail media networks in U.S. grocery.
Deloitte 2025 Life Sciences Outlook forecasts optimism
Pricing and access to drugs and medical devices seen as the most significant issue facing the life sciences industry.
Kroger-Albertsons merger blocked by federal judge
The judge rejected Kroger and Albertsons' proposed store divestiture plan, calling it insufficient to maintain competition.
WSJ: Walgreens in talks to sell to private equity firm Sycamore Partners
The article says that WBA and Sycamore Partners have been discussing a sale that could be completed early in 2025, citing unidentified sources "familiar with the matter."
Ohio Supreme Court favors CVS, Walgreens and Walmart in national opioid case
The Ohio Supreme Court held on a 5-2 vote that state law barred Lake and Trumbull counties' claims that pharmacy chains' dispensing of addictive pain medications created a public nuisance that the companies should be forced to remediate.
Medicare plans continue trend of restricting generic drugs
A recent analysis reveals that Medicare Part D plans increasingly restrict generic drugs to higher-cost tiers.
Hershey president and CEO Michele Buck to lead U.S. Confection business on an interim basis
Michael Del Pozzo, president of the U.S. Confection unit, is departing the company effective December 12.
Dotmatics and Databricks partner to advance scientific intelligence in life sciences
The strategic partnership combines Dotmatics’ deep expertise in scientific software with Databricks data intelligence expertise
Sales up in November even as two Thanksgiving weekend days fell in December
Total retail sales were up 0.15% seasonally adjusted month over month and up 2.35% unadjusted year over year in November, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor.
New Crayola children's study reveals a powerful link between creativity and confidence
Creativity helps children express themselves, fostering problem-solving and achievement.
Bask Health: Pioneering telehealth and transforming access to GLP-1 medications
Bask Health's telehealth platform seamlessly connects patients to licensed providers specializing in GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and liraglutide.
Ferrara Candy Co. goes viral with Holiday Candy Salad Kit launch and its first-ever TikTok Shop
The kit includes fan-favorite candy from NERDS, SweeTARTS, Trolli, and BRACH'S; a jar for mixing and other festive surprises, perfect for sweet gifting.
Additional data backs Celltrion biosimilar candidates
The results underline the capabilities of the company's biosimilar platform and anticipated diversification of its portfolio.