CRN challenges FDA chief's criticism of dietary supplements
CRN calls for a science-driven FDA strategy, highlighting extensive research backing dietary supplements.
Pharmacy
Recommendations for advancing health equity with PQA quality measures detailed in new report
PQA Health Equity Technical Expert Panel recommendations inform measure testing, use in quality programs, and risk adjustment models.
House GOP cuts PBM reforms in scaled-down spending bill that failed
The continuing resolution to fund the government failed a House vote, 235 to 174.
Aetna Health app introduces Spanish support
Aetna expands app functionality to better connect with Spanish-speaking members
DOJ sues CVS for filling unlawful prescriptions
DOJ’s intervention follows the complaint originally filed by Baron & Budd in 2019.
GoodRx appoints Wendy Barnes as new CEO
Barnes brings extensive health care management experience to the company.
NCPA: We’re on the verge of groundbreaking PBM reforms
But Congress must ignore big insurance and the PBM lobby’s last-ditch effort to scuttle reforms and pass the continuing resolution.
NACDS lauds Congress for CR negotiations, declares “key votes” in House and Senate to secure PBM reforms
NACDS is hailing PBM reforms contained in the 118th Congress’ culminating legislative package, and is urging the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate to advance this continuing resolution to President Biden’s desk for signature.
Camber launches generic Tarceva
Erlotinib tablets are a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Forbes recognizes Kroger as a leader in workplace culture and pharmacy customer service
"We are honored to be recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for Tech Workers and for our unparalleled customer service specifically in pharmacy."
Court orders Prevagen to cease memory-improvement claims
Quincy Bioscience, the dietary supplement maker, must stop making specific advertising claims deemed deceptive.
President-elect Trump affirms support for PBM reform
With the growing demand for PBM reform, Trump has stated that action must be taken.
Pharmacy organizations rally behind PBM reform legislation
Pharmacy leaders demand Congress address PBM practices.
Walgreens testifies on PBM practices and pharmacy sustainability
Walgreens joined independent pharmacies at Monday’s Arkansas Insurance and Commerce Senate hearing.
NACDS to Capitol Hill: Stand strong on PBM reform
NACDS: “As the continuing resolution is finalized, Americans and their pharmacies are watching and waiting for real PBM reform now to lower drug costs and to protect pharmacy access”.
Walgreens rolls out first Patient Advisory Board to advance access and representation in clinical research
The Walgreens Patient Advisory Board will work with the Walgreens Clinical Trials team to provide insights aimed at increasing representation in clinical trials.