Zepbound’s growth fuels new employer coverage models
The success of Eli Lilly’s Zepbound is encouraging efforts to expand access to obesity treatments by clarifying pricing and reducing costs.
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NACDS honors U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter with Congressional Leadership Award
Congressman honored for legislation to lower Americans' drug and healthcare costs and to preserve access to trusted pharmacies
NACDS Annual Meeting: Board of Directors dinner to honor NACDS President and CEO Steve Anderson
The tribute marks Anderson’s 20 years leading NACDS, highlighting his role in refining strategy, strengthening finances, and boosting influence on healthcare issues.
Amazon Pharmacy expands access to Eli Lilly’s Zepbound KwikPen for weight management
Now offering customers transparent cash-pay pricing starting at $299 per month for the 2.5 mg KwikPen starter dose and convenient, fast home delivery.
CoverMyMeds expands specialty access
New capabilities will streamline medical prior authorization, benefits investigation and patient enrollment for specialty therapies.
GoodRx to expand employer-sponsored access to Zepbound KwikPen
GoodRx Employer Direct enables self-insured employers to subsidize the $449 Lilly Employer Connect medication price for Zepbound KwikPen to reduce employee out-of-pocket costs.
HDA issues statement on FDA’s 12-Digit National Drug Code Final Rule
“HDA appreciates the FDA’s work to modernize the NDC system and address long-standing concerns about NDC exhaustion."
CVS Health and Google Cloud announce new strategic partnership
Health100, a health technology services subsidiary of CVS Health, will launch a new, first-of-its-kind AI-native consumer engagement platform.
McKesson Corp. announces planned CFO transition
Britt Vitalone announces retirement, Kenny Cheung named as successor.
Swisslog Healthcare promotes Larry Bray to VP sales, TransLogic North America
14-year company veteran will manage expanded sales organization and order intake across multiple business segments.
Smith Drug broadens access
The changes aim to maintain agile inventory in an increasingly demanding healthcare landscape
Tackle spring break travel prep with GIANT and MARTIN’S pharmacists
Services include vaccines, prescription referrals, and over-the-counter medications.
Pharmaceutical Reform Alliance releases report on big pharma’s role in fueling America’s affordability crisis
The report explains pharmaceutical industry tactics and dynamics that increase drug prices for American consumers.
Hy-Vee pharmacists share top five reminders for a healthy and safe Spring Break
With many families traveling this month, Hy-Vee pharmacists are sharing their tips for safety during Spring Break
ShopRite unveils GLP-1 Wellness Your Way Starter Kits
Customers filling their first GLP1 prescription at a ShopRite Pharmacy will receive a complimentary kit while supplies last.
Camber Pharmaceuticals launches Pomalidomide Capsules
Pomalidomide capsules are available in 1 mg, 2 mg, 3 mg, and 4 mg strengths in bottles of 21 capsules.