Trump picks Dr. Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid
Oz said in a post on social media website X he was looking forward "to serving my country to Make America Healthy Again under" Kennedy's leadership.
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U.S. News recognizes Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D companies for top beneficiary benefits
Seven national companies awarded for performance in screening & prevention, care continuity and highest satisfaction.
Wolters Kluwer: Amid retail pharmacy closures, 59% of Americans fear losing easy access to essential medications
With more drugstore and retail clinic closures announced, American consumers are worried about accessing affordable care nearby while many are more open to new technologies like AI chatbots and QR codes to support their medication needs.
CVS Health names Dr. Sreekanth Chaguturu president, Health Care Delivery
Dr. Chaguturu replaces Mike Pykosz, who has decided to leave the company.
CVS Health is first organization to earn URAC Health Equity Accreditation
Through this rigorous accreditation process, CVS Health conveys its ability to meet these critical standards, reinforcing its role as a leader in advancing health equity.
Replenza, a GLP-1 nutritional support system now available
Replenza is a cutting-edge support system created specifically for individuals using GLP-1 medications, which have gained widespread popularity for weight loss and management.
Walgreens thanks team members by closing most stores for Thanksgiving holiday
For the second year in a row, Walgreens has announced it will close most of its retail stores for the Thanksgiving holiday.
McKesson’s modular, scalable automation boosts efficiency
“Automating tasks allows pharmacies to handle increased demand without compromising quality," says Kevin Cloutier, vice president and general manager of McKesson Pharmacy Automation.
NCPA: Making America Healthy Again starts with PBM reform
The National Community Pharmacists Association in a statement urged incoming HHS Secretary RFK Jr. to prioritize reforming PBMs and insurers.
NCPA CEO after lawsuit win against CVS: 'It’s payback time'
A federal judge ruled that a court, not an arbitrator, must decide whether claims against CVS in a class action lawsuit should be arbitrated. The decision challenges CVS's arbitration practices and could have significant implications for future cases.
Pharmacist intervention slows advance of diabetes
Sessions included a T2D overview and lifestyle management strategies.
Nourish offers personalized nutrition support for chronic condition management on LillyDirect
Nourish will provide LillyDirect users with tools to build and maintain healthy food and nutrition-related habits
Healthpilot helps Publix Pharmacy customers shop for and enroll in Medicare plans
Healthpilot's platform empowers Medicare-eligible individuals to make more informed choices about their health plan and pharmacy coverage needs.
Trump nominates RFK Jr. as health secretary
RFK Jr. is known for his fight against vaccines and spreading disinformation regarding their use.
Fight flu and COVID-19 from home: iHealth’s rapid 3-in-1 Test expands to major retailers
The company’s self-testing kit is now available at CVS, Walmart, and Good Neighbor pharmacies, along with iHealth’s online platform and Amazon.