TSE reflects NACDS’ commitment to health innovation
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.
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NACDS Foundation has the Rx for enhancing care
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation prepares for its annual fundraising dinner to continue its impact in health care delivery innovation.
With chain drug store counts, less is more, or is it?
by David Pinto, founder of Racher Press: The race for industry supremacy has pivoted in reverse. Is downsizing the best way to grow?
Randy Edeker on the future of retail pharmacy
Industry icon sees difficult days ahead for community pharmacy.
Retailers and suppliers are out of balance
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 lessons of Walmart Health’s closure
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.
Food is Medicine’s place at pharmacies
“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.
Purpose-driven brands connect with consumers
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.
Wentworth sets stage to revitalize WBA
Expect to see further significant changes at Walgreens Boots Alliance in the days ahead.
Palm Beach is the place to be this month
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.
Retailers must keep pace with technological change
Consumer behavior in the foreseeable future will likely continue to be shaped by economic uncertainty and access to new technological advances.
Three tactics for driving health-focused initiatives
Whether it’s the rise in plant-based alternatives and weight loss supplements or the significant uptick in personalized wellness programs, new trends and solutions are constantly emerging to promote healthier habits and choices for Americans.
Pursuing digital authenticity is a growth opportunity
authenticity. This is a mistake — and a missed
A call for disruption and innovation in retail Rx
In preparing for the National Association of Chain Drug Stores Annual Meeting this year, I find myself thinking about the myriad opportunities reshaping retail pharmacy, including overcoming declining margins, winning expansion of pharmacist provider status, and leaning into consumer needs and value