NACDS welcomes enactment of Vermont PBM Reform Bill
which was signed into law on May 30 by Vermont Governor Phil Scott (R) and which becomes effective on July 1, 2024 — will help reduce prescription drug prices and preserve Vermont
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Walmart offers new innovations, integrations
At Walmart, the customer has always been at the center of everything. Helping people live better is not a mantra, it’s been part of the company since day one. Today’s customers are tech savvy, with elevated expectations around how, when and where they shop.
Walgreens’ Clinical Trials business celebrates second anniversary
Walgreens launched its clinical trials business two years ago as an integral part of its healthcare strategy, to redefine the patient experience, and to increase access, diversity, equity, and patient retention in drug development research.
Kroger’s The Little Clinic’s relaunches weight management program
The Little Clinic, an offshoot of Kroger Health that operates 226 clinics in the U.S., has announced a new approach to its weight management program.
NACDS presses PBM reform as agencies probe consolidation
ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is urging the U.S.
What pharmacists need to know about colon cancer screening
Traditionally, pharmacists have been somewhat excluded from the fight against cancer. However, the increasing availability of at-home screening tests presents an opportunity to change that, and the timing couldn’t be more critical.
AbbVie launches contest to support migraine patients
AbbVie has announced the AbbVie Migraine Career Catalyst Award, a contest designed support migraine patients in the workplace.
Welch’s headquarters to relocate to Waltham, Mass
Welch’s has announced its corporate relocation to Waltham, Massachusetts. The move is expected to be completed in 2025 with renovations to begin this year.
Yellow Wood has completed acquisition of Elida Beauty brands from Unilever
BOSTON – Yellow Wood announced the acquisition of Elida Beauty brands from Unilever. The portfolio of consumer brands acquired in the deal includes Q-tips, Caress, Ponds, Noxzema, and St. Ives and others.
Moderna’s innovative RSV vaccine opens door for more options
Moderna’s respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine mRESVIA was recently approved by the FDA for use in adults aged 60 years and older. The development marks the first time that an mRNA vaccine has been approved for a disease other than COVID-19.
Eyebot self-service vision tech secures $6m in seed funding
making it the world’s first push-button vision testing technology. “What used to take days or weeks
Kimberly-Clark unveils 2030 sustainability goals in new report
Kimberly-Clark’s 2023 sustainability report included an update on the company’s progress towards lowering their environmental footprint and a new sustainability initiative to be 100% Natural Forest Free across its portfolio.
The Desire Company secures $97M valuation in series B to expand expert-driven product review solution
A pioneer in expert product education, The Desire Company has concluded its Series B funding round, catapulting its valuation to $97 million.
Food is medicine online event slated for Tuesday
On June 11 decision-makers and advocates will focus on food is medicine, health and wellness innovation, and chronic disease prevention and management, will have a chance to gain insights about a compelling announcement by the Milken Institute and the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS
Registration open for NCPA 2024 Annual Convention
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Registration opens today, June 5, for the National Community Pharmacists Association’s 2024 Annual Convention, set for Oct. 26-29 in Columbus, Ohio.
Dollar General celebrates Fulton location’s 25th anniversary
Dollar General celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Fulton, Missouri distribution center this week.