In Europe, pharmacies forming ‘virtual chains’
The consolidation wave isn’t just hitting the U.S. pharmacy market. In a 20-nation study of Europe’s consumer health care market, U.K.
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Biologics are ramping up
Biologics are grabbing a larger share of drug development, according to Fitch Ratings.
Investment pros: Merlo is top food/drug retail CEO
Larry Merlo, president and chief executive officer of CVS Health, was named the No. 1 CEO in the food/drug retailing sector by Institutional Investor magazine.
Walgreens offers same-day Rx delivery in Dallas
Walgreens has enlisted “crowdsourced, last-mile logistics” company Deliv to power same-day prescription delivery service in Dallas.
Chronic disease patients want mobile health tools
Here’s some news that pharmacy retailers can use: Patients with chronic diseases are eager to use mobile tools to better manage their health.
Study: Cost sways some people to forgo care
Cost is weighing heavily on the minds of consumers about not just how and where to get health care, but also whether to get it at all. In a survey of 1,000 U.S.
Employees bearing more of health costs
When it comes to health care coverage, the cost burden is continuing to shift to employees. A recent analysis by HR management consultancy Aon revealed that the average health care plan rate increase for midsize and large companies was 3.
A bit of Walgreens-Rite Aid geography
By the numbers at least, a look at the map gives some idea of where Rite Aid will help fill out Walgreens’ national store network, if the blockbuster deal by Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) to acquire the Camp Hill, Pa.-based drug chain goes through.
CVS, Rite Aid to buy A&P store Rx files
CVS Health and Rite Aid have confirmed agreements to purchase prescription files from A&P stores in the Northeast. A&P filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection this summer and has since been closing and selling off stores.
WBA sheds little light on Rite Aid deal
The morning after announcing its $17.2 billion agreement to acquire Rite Aid, Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) didn’t have much to say about the deal. In a conference call on WBA’s fiscal 2015 results, company executives cited the synergies of scale and broader U.S.
Americans like their vitamins
Not only do more than two-thirds of Americans take vitamins and dietary supplements, but the vast majority also trusts in them, according to research by the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN).
Some primer on pharmacy quality ratings
Next month, the Pharmacy Quality Alliance (PQA) will co-host a one-day pharmacy quality ratings workshop with the American Pharmacists Association, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores, the National Community Pharmacists Association and the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations.
Study: Waiting for the doctor has a cost
Drug chains and other retail pharmacy players might want to take notice: Waiting to see the doctor carries a cost. A study recently published in the American Journal of Managed Care (AJMC) reckons the cost of time spent seeking health care at $52 billion for Americans in 2010. Led by Kristin Ray, M.
Chip card transition progresses slowly
The switch to chip-enabled payment cards is moving forward, but there’s still a ways to go, even as the deadline looms. The inter-industry Payments Security Task Force (PST) said Wednesday that its eight financial institutions reported that 30% of their U.S.
Global consolidation rolls on in drug channel
McKesson’s deal to buy Ireland’s UDG Healthcare reflects the global consolidation of health care distribution, as drug wholesalers continue their drive for scale, especially in the realm of generic drugs, according to Fitch Ratings.
Familiprix gives banner a new look
Quebec City-based drug chain Familiprix is rolling out a new banner. The company said late Tuesday that the updated logo marks its 35th year in business and better reflects its mission: professional services offered by pharmacist-owners committed to innovation and progress.