Amazon introduces new health care benefit
As part of its effort to make it easier for customers to get and stay healthy, Amazon announced on Wednesday a new Prime membership benefit that brings high-quality care from One Medical to Prime members.
Pharmacy
NACDS: Senate Finance Committee work is essential to “Real” PBM reform at the federal level
With the U.S. Senate Finance Committee’s release of additional PBM reform legislation and the Committee’s markup scheduled for Wednesday, November 8, NACDS President and CEO Steven C.
National Rosacea Society awards 2023 grants for research
The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has awarded funding for one new study, in addition to continuing support for two ongoing studies, as part of its research grants program to increase knowledge and understanding of the potential causes and other key aspects of rosacea that may lead to improvements i
Surescripts acquires ActiveRADAR
ARLINGTON, Va. – Surescripts has acquired ActiveRADAR, a clinical intelligence company that identifies therapeutic alternatives for prescriptions.
NCPA: SFC PBM reform package looking promising
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The Senate Finance Committee has released a new package of legislation that includes additional policies to reform pharmacy benefit managers, a longstanding priority of the National Community Pharmacists Association. The committee, which is led by Chairman Ron Wyden (D-Ore.
Sanofi announces winners of its 2023 Health Equity Accelerator Awards
Sanofi has announced the winners of its 2023 Health Equity Accelerator Awards, honoring 10 nonprofit organizations that exemplify the company’s ambition to provide equitable access to healthcare using innovative solutions for hard-to-solve health disparities.
Upcoming NCPA items for pharmacy teams in November
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The National Community Pharmacists Association is pleased to announce these upcoming events for pharmacists and pharmacy team members: Registration is open for the Pathways to Pharmacy Ownership cohort kicking off in early 2024.
Rx staff from CVS, Walgreens stores begin three-day walkout
According to published reports, some employees at CVS Health Corp and Walgreens Boots Alliance’s pharmacies launched a three-day walkout starting Monday to push the companies to improve working conditions and add more staff to their stores.
Rite Aid to offer After Work Wednesday walk-in clinic
PHILADELPHIA – With fall routines and busy schedules in full swing, it can be tough to focus on your health.
Aetna CVS Health individual and family plans now offered in 17 states
Aetna, a CVS Health company, will now offer its Aetna CVS Health co-branded insurance product, providing affordable access to quality health care for more Americans, on the individual insurance exchange marketplace in select counties in 17 states. Enrollment begins November 1 at www.aetnacvshealth.
HDA launches new communications initiative
The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) launched a new initiative, “We Are Health Delivered,” to underscore the pharmaceutical distribution’s industry’s united commitment to delivering health to communities across America.
Walmart and Sam’s Club to provide safe medication disposal at Drug Take Back Day event in New York
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart and Sam’s Club are hosting in-person medication disposal events at select store and club locations across the country on Saturday, Oct. 28. The event is part of the DEA’s biannual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Aurobindo receives FDA approval for febuxostat tablets
EAST WINDSOR, N.J. – Aurobindo Pharma Limited has received final approval from U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its Abbreviated New Drug Application febuxostat tablets, 40mg and 80mg.
CVS Pharmacy celebrates annual Paragon Award Winners
CVS Health has announced their annual Paragon Award Winner’s, the best of the best across Pharmacy, Front Store and Distribution Centers. There were a total of 12 winners.
Camber launches generic Inspra
PISCATAWAY, N.J. – Camber Pharmaceuticals is pleased to announce the addition of eplerenone tablets to its current portfolio.