Traditionally, the process of discovering and developing new drugs has been lengthy and expensive, often taking over a decade and billions of dollars. AI can streamline this process in four key ways.
According to an Accenture report, “The Empowered Consumer,” retailers and brands have inadvertently created a cacophony of choice that could result in lost revenue.
The opportunities to keep boomers youthful are only limited by an entrepreneur’s imagination.
NACDS continues to advocate vigorously — and in ever more bold ways — for federal and state policies that are absolutely essential for health and wellness innovation.
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation prepares for its annual fundraising dinner to continue its impact in health care delivery innovation.
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Industry icon sees difficult days ahead for community pharmacy.
For as long as most of us can remember, the tug of war between chain drug retailers and their suppliers was one of relatively equal strength. Retailers came to the battle armed with that most valuable of commodities, shelf space.
The sudden, unexpected demise of Walmart Health marks the end of one phase of the retailer’s drive to enhance access to care, improve patient outcomes and lower costs, and the beginning of a more pharmacy-centric approach to achieving many of the same objectives.
“You are what you eat.” We know that diet is a vital contributor to health. And now, new funding pathways from both the public and private sector are fueling even more momentum for Food is Medicine programs.
Having a strong brand purpose and connection with your target consumer is more critical than ever before. Distinct from “social purpose,” a truly purpose-driven brand’s mission should be obsessed with satisfying every category and/or target audience’s unmet needs.
Expect to see further significant changes at Walgreens Boots Alliance in the days ahead.
It happens every spring. As April winds down, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores once again convenes its fabled and nearly flawless Annual Meeting. Once again, upwards of 2,000 retailer and supplier executives will gather in Palm Beach, Fla.
Consumer behavior in the foreseeable future will likely continue to be shaped by economic uncertainty and access to new technological advances.
