Congress passes PBM reform as part of spending package
The reforms "are integral to reducing people's drug costs and keeping pharmacy care within reach, and they must be implemented swiftly, effectively, and as intended."
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FMI applauds passage of funding package with landmark PBM reforms
“These bipartisan reforms represent a major step towards lower costs, better care and less red tape in our pharmacies.”
Faster Prime delivery strengthens Amazon Pharmacy’s position
In 2025, prime delivery speeds hit record levels. Amazon uses the same infrastructure to expedite prescription delivery.
Thrifty White Pharmacy rolls out 8112 universal digital coupons chainwide
The chainwide rollout marks a significant expansion of 8112 coupon functionality at the pharmacy point of sale.
Video Forum: Dave Warner, KPH Healthcare Services
Kinney Drugs parent finds strength in diversification.
U.S. Senate advances PBM middleman reforms to lower drug prices and protect pharmacy access
House action now needed to send landmark PBM reforms to President Trump's desk.
Lilly picks Pennsylvania for U.S. injectable manufacturing site
The $3.5 billion Lehigh Valley site will develop Lilly's next-generation weight-loss medicines, including retatrutide.
Labor Department proposes landmark PBM fee transparency rule
The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a regulation that represents the most substantial federal PBM reform in many years.
McKesson Corp. completes divestiture of Norwegian operations
The transaction represents the final step in McKesson’s commitment to fully exit its European operations.
Tecsys study finds pharmacy visibility gaps threaten care
Only 1 in 5 healthcare leaders have real-time visibility across care settings, with 80% still using delayed, partial or manual tracking.
Addyi named "Best Prescription for Low Libido" in the 2026 Oprah Daily Menopause O-wards
Recognition follows Addyi's newly expanded FDA approval to treat both premenopausal and postmenopausal women under age 65.
IQVIA and Boehringer Ingelheim announce strategic long-term global commercial data foundation transformation collaboration
Collaboration will enable Boehringer Ingelheim to scale its commercial data products and analytics ambitions across therapeutic areas and regional teams, leveraging an industry-leading global data model
NACDS’ Nourish My Health sets new-year focus on crucial role of America’s pharmacies
The January campaign highlights pharmacies as trusted, convenient healthcare destinations that support prevention, nutrition, and community well-being nationwide.
New PRI analysis challenges case for drug price controls
“These findings directly contradict the narrative that drug manufacturers are price gouging,” said Dr. Wayne Winegarden, director of PRI’s Center for Medical Economics and Innovation.
Walmart expands investment in pharmacy technicians and leadership roles nationwide
Increased investment in associates will provide new leadership opportunities and higher compensation across nearly 4,600 Walmart pharmacy locations.
Patients struggle to afford prescriptions, survey finds
New Harris Poll survey reveals patients face prescription-filling challenges, trust providers for cost information, and want digital tools for transparency.