CVS Health broadens consumer access to GLP-1 weight management
Offers all FDA approved GLP-1s, whether through insurance or cash-pay options.
Pharmacy
Publix posts modest sales growth in Q2 as Medicare pricing changes weigh on results
The company said sales growth was tempered by the Medicare Maximum Fair Price (MFP) program, which took effect Jan. 1 and reduced prices on 10 prescription drugs.
Walgreens now offering flu shots for 2026-2027 season
More pharmacy staff, online scheduling and flexible appointment options make it easy for individuals and families to get vaccinated at no cost with most insurance.
Health100 earns industry accreditation for consumer data privacy and security
The CARIN Code of Conduct for Consumer-Facing Applications Accreditation from DirectTrust affirms Health100’s commitment to privacy, transparency, and consumer data stewardship
New Mexico ranks No. 1 for prescription abandonment risk
New Mexico ranks first as provider shortages, coverage gaps, and prescription costs create barriers to medication access.
Walgreens opening new location on Long Island's East End
New store marks a key step in the community and ensures access to essential pharmacy and retail services for residents.
The Biosimilars Council and AAM applaud senate markup and committee passage of the expedited access to Biosimilars Act
Legislation codifies FDA's science-based approach to biosimilar review by limiting comparative efficacy studies; Introduced and passed House Committee this week.
CVS Health invests in improving communities throughout Massachusetts
The company’s community health investments are expanding access to housing, care and essential resources across the Commonwealth.
AAM, Biosimilars Council praise House action on biosimilar bills
Legislative progress codifies FDA's science-based approach to biosimilar review by limiting comparative efficacy studies; Eliminates arbitrary distinction between interchangeable biologics and biosimilars.
Buzz Health and VetHubRx partner to bring real-time prescription savings to vet care
Strategic integration embeds multi-card discount pricing directly into veterinary e-prescribing workflows, expanding affordability and price transparency for pet owners at the pharmacy counter.
HHS halts over $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota amid fraud probe
The deferral amounts are roughly $867.5 million for California and $199 million for Minnesota, as reviews identified claims that require further scrutiny before matching funds are released.
Hartig Drug rolls out GLP-1 Coordination and Education Program
Aims to help patients find affordable GLP-1 medication options.
Cardinal Health expands home care business with two tuck-in acquisitions
The company will acquire the Diabetes Health business of AdaptHealth Corp., and, in its entirety, Strive Medical, a multi-specialty supply provider with a focus on urology. Combined, the transactions total approximately $360 million in cash, subject to working capital adjustments.
Bristol Myers Squibb to build the most powerful AI factory in life sciences with NVIDIA
Expanded collaboration gives BMS the most advanced and most energy-efficient NVIDIA infrastructure in life sciences.
APhA urges FDA to put patient safety first in review of peptide substances
"Pharmacists believe in innovation, but innovation must be grounded in science and patient safety," said Brigid Groves, vice president of professional affairs at APhA.
Hy-Vee rolls out GLP-1 wellness program, offers free enrollment to first 1,000 sign-ups
The program follows the recent launch of Medicare’s new GLP-1 Bridge program.