USAntibiotics working with Walmart and McKesson to support U.S. manufacturing of amoxicillin
Project affirms commitment to supporting the domestic pharmaceutical industry and strengthens pharmacy supply chain.
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Amazon Pharmacy expands $5 RxPass medication subscription to Texas
Almost 2 million Texans living in pharmacy deserts and managing multiple chronic conditions can now access over 50 commonly prescribed medications for just $5 a month with free delivery.
GlobalData reports Ozempic price cut to slow consumer shift toward alternative treatments
The company aims to make FDA approved semaglutide therapies safer and more financially accessible, compared to compounded weight-loss alternatives.
COVID-19 vaccines now available at GIANT and MARTIN'S in-store pharmacies
In addition, customers can visit any in-store GIANT or MARTIN’S pharmacy to receive their flu vaccination. Flu and COVID-19 vaccines can be given together.
RFK Jr. under fire at senate hearing amid CDC turmoil
Kennedy appeared yesterday before the Senate finance committee to testify on his Make America Healthy Again agenda after a tumultuous few weeks that ended with more than 1,000 current and former health agency employees accusing him of “putting the health of all Americans at risk”.
New York Gov. Hochul will sign executive order allowing pharmacies to administer COVID shots
“This temporary order will ensure seamless access while the Governor works with the Legislature on a long-term solution to safeguard access to preventive care and vaccines.”
Governor Phil Murphy inaugurates new facility for Enzene
Located in Hopewell, the new 80,000-sq.-ft. facility represents Enzene’s first major manufacturing investment in the U.S.
NCPA to CMS: Pharmacists may bail on Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program
Cash flow problems, revenue loss would make participation untenable.
Keystone Folding Box Co. develops Key-Pak Plus
Designed to protect children and empower seniors, it achieves top U.S. safety ratings and meets global accessibility standards.
Serial patent litigation: The problem is getting worse
AAM analysis shows tactics used by brand drug companies to deny market entry to life-saving lower-cost generic medicines and outlines solutions
HHS aims to expand access to affordable health insurance
More Americans will be able to qualify for catastrophic health coverage based on need, beginning November 1st with the start of open enrollment.
FIP calls for greater recognition of pharmacists’ role in supporting self-care
Pharmacists’ unique accessibility and health expertise bridge the gap between public health initiatives and the personal choices people make every day.
California, Oregon, and Washington launch West Coast Health Alliance
The West Coast Health Alliance is a new regional partnership dedicated to preserving scientific integrity in public health.
AAM report: $467B saved by generics and biosimilars in 2024
The Association for Accessible Medicines states that lower-cost drugs saved $3.4 trillion over the past decade but warns that regulatory and pricing pressures threaten the market's long-term viability.
Florida Surgeon General moves to end childhood vaccine requirements
Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo has announced plans to end all state vaccine mandates, including school requirements for measles, polio and other preventable diseases.
Camber releases Spironolactone Oral Solution
Spironolactone Oral Suspension is available in 25 mg/5 mL strength and comes in 118 mL and 473 mL bottle sizes.