HDA issues statement on expiration of the COVID-19 public health emergency
The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) released a statement from president and CEO Chester “Chip” Davis, Jr.
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National Coalition urges Congress to enact H.R. 1770
WASHINGTON – The Future of Pharmacy Care Coalition, a group representing pharmacists and community pharmacies of all sizes serving millions of patients across the U.S.
CVS to offer free, community-based mental health screenings
CVS Health announced Wednesday it is enhancing Project Health, the company’s free, community-based health screening program by adding mental health screenings to its services and entering two new areas: Greensboro, N.C. and Petersburg, Va.
Aetna donates $250,000 to support health and wellbeing of children in Virginia
Aetna Better Health of Virginia, a CVS Health company, announced that Aetna has made donations totaling $250,000 to three local community partners focused on improving the health and wellbeing of people in under-resourced areas.
Former CDC official and NACDS: States should continue “PREP Act” Rx access
Recently announced federal action provides states a “reasonable timeline” to prevent disruption of the pharmacy access relied upon and expected by patients during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond, according to an article published today in Health Security, a Johns Hopkins University peer-reviewed jo
Scripta Insights expands leadership team
BOSTON – Scripta Insights, the Rx Navigation company that guides self-insured employers, health plans and their members to prescription savings, announced today key expansions to its executive leadership team with Ferrin Williams as Chief Pharmacy Officer and Ashley Moyer as Senior Vice President of
Market forces working to lower insulin costs
This week, as congressional hearings focus on access to affordable insulins, it should be recognized that a multitude of market forces are working to reduce the cost of insulin products for patients. The average final out-of-pocket costs on insulin for all patients decreased from $31.
“Thank You”: NACDS TV ad honors pharmacists’ pandemic response
ARLINGTON, Va. – Timed with the formal end of the COVID-19 public health emergency on Thursday, a National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) television and digital ad is punctuating the occasion with a “thank you” to pharmacists and pharmacy teams.
Camber rolls out generic Syprine
PISCATAWAY, N.J.– Camber Pharmaceuticals announces the addition of trientine hydrochloride capsules, USP to its current portfolio. Trientine hydrochloride capsules, USP are indicated in the treatment of patients with Wilson’s disease who are intolerant of penicillamine.
WHO declares COVID-19 global health emergency is over
After more than three years, the World Health Organization announced on Friday that the world health emergency over COVID-19 has ended. The WHO declared the virus a public health emergency of international concern on January 30, 2020.
Kroger settles West Virginia opioids case for $68M
The Kroger Co. said that it will settle its opioids lawsuit in West Virginia by paying $68 million. The supermarket chain was accused of contributing to the oversupply of the said drugs that are legally available with a prescription.
AmerisourceBergen announces telehealth partnership with SteadyMD
AmerisourceBergen (AB) has announced a strategic partnership with SteadyMD, a B2B telehealth infrastructure provider that powers high-quality telehealth patient experiences for leaders and innovators in health care.
Camber Pharmaceuticals launches generic Phenergan
PISCATAWAY, N.J.– Camber Pharmaceuticals announces the addition of promethazine HCI suppositories, USP to its current portfolio. Promethazine HCI suppositories, USP are used to treat allergy symptoms such as itching, runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, hives, and itchy skin rashes.
NACDS hails enactment of Florida bill holding PBMs accountable
ARLINGTON, Va. – NACDS president and CEO Steven C. Anderson released the following statement today after Florida Gov.
ACHC launches new accreditation option for infusion pharmacy providers
CARY, N.C. – The Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) announces the launch of a new infusion pharmacy accreditation service to tackle issues related to clean rooms.
DeSantis signs Florida PBM bill
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed comprehensive PBM regulation into Florida law. The Prescription Drug Reform Act increases accountability for PBMs, provides for greater pharmacy choice, and adds transparency to prescription drug price increases.