Health care issues addressed in budget pact
The nation’s most prominent lobbying group for seniors is backing the 2016 federal budget deal reached in Congress.
2015
Rite Aid expands Karst’s role
Darren Karst has been promoted to the combined role of senior executive vice president, chief financial officer and chief administrative officer at Rite Aid Corp.
Benzer opens its first Georgia store
Moving ahead with its expansion plans, Benzer Pharmacy has opened its first store in Georgia. The new location, in Greensboro, offers compounding and specialty medications.
NACDS Foundation selects Fox News’ Kelly as speaker
Fox News Channel’s Megyn Kelly will headline the National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation Dinner on December 3 in New York City. The media personality anchors Fox News Channel’s “The Kelly File” — the second-ranking program in cable news by viewership.
Fruth honored for role in fight against meth
Lynne Fruth, president of Fruth Pharmacy, recently attended an event at the West Virginia State Capitol Building where she was honored for her company’s commitment to help prevent the sale of drugs used in the making of methamphetamine.
Transformative changes the norm at Walgreens
The acquisition of Rite Aid Corp. culminates sweeping change at Walgreens in the space of a little over three years.
Rite Aid has come a long way
It’s been an impressive journey for Rite Aid Corp. Not long ago, Rite Aid was a struggling drug chain, laden with debt and unable to keep pace with larger, fast-growing competitors. But today, under a firmer financial footing, the $26.
New public-private partnership taking aim at Rx abuse
President Obama highlighted the need to change prescribing practices for opioid medications, channel more resources for addiction treatment and facilitate access to naloxone, a drug that helps prevent overdose deaths.
Walgreens-Rite Aid deal changes game
The spectacular is becoming so commonplace that even the most astonishing events in chain drug retailing are assuming a ho-hum characteristic. Nothing new here, even if Walgreens has announced its intention to acquire Rite Aid.
Pessina motivates WBA to reach for more
Stefano Pessina is once again changing the face of community pharmacy.
Rite Aid makes statement by rebuilding in Baltimore
Rite Aid Corp. this month celebrated the grand reopening of a store destroyed in the Baltimore riots earlier this year. Executive vice president of operations Bryan Everett was joined by Rep. Elijah Cummings (D., Md.
Rx chains help guide patients on ACA, Medicare
Chain drug retailers across the country are carrying out extensive outreach programs to provide consumers with access to information and resources for Medicare Part D and health insurance marketplace coverage options. Medicare Part D annual enrollment began October 15 and runs through December 7.
Walmart offers customers health solutions
Walmart is again using its scale to bolster health care. The retailer has begun an initiative focusing on preventive care and supporting overall well-being across its entire assortment — in stores and online — through events, education, and an expanded assortment of products and services.
Arthritis Foundation, CVS expand alliance
CVS Health has expanded a national partnership with the Arthritis Foundation to help advance arthritis advocacy, research and patient support. The announcement coincided with the October 12 observance of World Arthritis Day.
Albertsons IPO is postponed
Albertsons Cos. said that its planned initial public offering has been postponed indefinitely.
SDM loyalty program reaches milestone
Shoppers Drug Mart (SDM) has wrapped up a 15-day celebration across Canada commemorating the 15th anniversary of its Shoppers Optimum loyalty program.