Apotex prescribes Actifio for global data protection
Actifio has announced details of how its platform has sped database recovery times by 96% and cut storage costs by 60% at Apotex, the largest Canadian-owned generic pharmaceutical company.
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Sentara RMH Medical Center partners with Omnicell to enhance efficiency
Omnicell announced that Sentara RMH Medical Center, part of Sentara Healthcare in Virginia and northeastern North Carolina, has chosen to enhance control, efficiency and safety of its medication management processes with Omnicell’s newest central pharmacy automation, part of the company’s industry-
Diplomat Pharmacy names Griffin CEO
Diplomat Pharmacy Inc. announced that its board of directors has appointed Brian Griffin, executive vice president and chief executive officer of IngenioRx, the pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) of Anthem, as chief executive officer and chairman of the board of directors, effective June 4.
Fujifilm unveils global partnership with Taylor Swift
VALHALLA, N.Y.– Fujifilm Corp. has announced a global partnership and a global tour sponsorship with singer, songwriter, musician, producer and 10-time Grammy award-winner Taylor Swift for its instax series of instant cameras.
2018 Asembia Pharmacy Summit draws record crowds
The Asembia 2018 Specialty Pharmacy Summit set a new attendance record with over 6,500 attendees last week at the Wynn and Encore here. This is the thirteenth consecutive attendance record set by Asembia, reflecting the growth in specialty pharmacy.
NACDS praises Tennessee e-prescribing Law
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is recognizing the leadership of Tennessee state legislators and Governor Bill Haslam (R) for the enactment of House Bill 1993, which requires that on or after January 1, 2020, prescriptions for Schedule II controlled substances in the state of T
NACDS-backed e-prescribing bill to fight opioid abuse passes
ARLINGTON, Va. – Legislation backed by the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) to help address the opioid abuse epidemic was passed today by the House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee. The bill – the Every Prescription Conveyed Securely Act (H.R.
Atlanta leading in Walgreens “Every One Counts Hometown Challenge”
DEERFIELD, Ill. – In support of the fourth annual Red Nose Day in the U.S., Walgreens today released the latest rankings for its “Every One Counts Hometown Challenge”, which shows Atlanta as the top market for overall Red Nose Day fundraising activity, with Chicago moving into fourth place.
PhRMA launches Medicare ad campaign for seniors
Today, the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) launched the “Let’s Talk About Medicare” advertising campaign focused on solutions to improve affordability and predictability for seniors in Medicare Part D.
It’s time to respect the differences of the ‘Big Three’
There are some consumers who see the drug store shopping experience as all about convenience.
ERT partners to help improve health outcomes
PHILADELPHIA – ERT, a global data and technology company dedicated to improving health outcomes through innovative drug development and patient support solutions, and Foundry3, a creative, science and innovation agency, today announced a partnership to create tailored digital health programs that im
How retailers can find ways to ‘out Amazon’ Amazon
At the turn of the millennium, the retail industry was aglow with technological and operational possibilities. The internet was seen as a platform for both selling things and making merchandising and fulfillment processes more efficient.
How AI can help identify adverse drug reactions
Medical treatments are prescribed to alleviate illness, but sometimes their effects can be harmful. A prescribed treatment can lead to an unexpected adverse drug reaction (ADR), causing fresh or further harm.
PCMA: ADA report confirms drugmakers set to raise insulin prices
The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) released the following statement regarding a white paper released today by the American Diabetes Association on insulin prices: “The American Diabetes Association’s new white paper on insulin prices confirms that drugmakers set, and continue to r
For chain drug retailers, one size does not fit all
The past year has seen seismic changes in the global wellness market. When looking at retail as a whole, the industry has been upended by the rise of voice-enabled technology, an earnest focus on health and wellness, and unexpected partnerships that prove that complacency is no longer an option.
CVS CMO addresses population health issues at HLTH 2018
Today at HLTH 2018, a health care innovation conference taking place this week in Las Vegas, Nevada, CVS Health chief medical officer Dr. Troyen Brennan delivered a keynote address outlining CVS Health’s unique potential to help change current paradigms for addressing population health. Dr.