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.
Pharmacy
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.
Kodak expands pharmaceuticals portfolio with four regulated products
The two new PBS formulations join a standard PBS 1X already shipping, while the WFI products represent the first offerings in that category.
House PBM reforms head to Senate with widespread pharmacy backing
Pharmacy organizations are urging lawmakers to act quickly and send the legislation to the White House.
Inside Look: The House-Passed PBM Reforms now headed to the senate
Editor's note: NACDS issued the following memo to their chain members following House passage of the appropriations legislation.
Walgreens ramps up assistance for patients and communities ahead of winter storms
In preparation, the retailer is actively deploying resources to ensure uninterrupted access to essential medications and pharmacy services across impacted regions.
Pharma growth quickens as packaging, compliance pressures mount
the pharmaceutical industry has seen mid-single-digit growth recently, expected to continue through 2030.
CVS Health supports communities as major winter storm approaches
Pharmacy patients encouraged to pick up prescriptions before conditions deteriorate.
NCPA applauds House passage of PBM reform provisions
Urges swift progress to President’s desk.