CVS Health unveils new concept stores
CVS Health has unveiled a new health-focused store concept here that’s designed to help the pharmacy chain become more of a health-care provider.
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Lewis Drug acquires six Shopko pharmacies
Lewis Drug announced that the chain has purchased pharmacy assets, including prescription files and records, from Shopko Stores in the following six communities: Madison, Mitchell and Sisseton, S.D.; Luverne and St. James, Minn. and Ida Grove, Iowa.
NACDS urges DIR fee reform to House Ways and Means Committee
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Tuesday submitted a statement to the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Ways and Means for the hearing titled “The Cost of Rising Prescription Drug Prices.
Lupin gets FDA nod for depression drug
Lupin announced on Tuesday that it has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to market a generic version of Alvogen’s Fluoxetine Tablets, 60mg. Fluoxetine is indicated in the treatment of major depressive disorders.
NACDS, NCPA thank patient, consumer groups for stance on DIR fee reform
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) and the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) Tuesday lauded 24 patient and consumer groups for advocating for pharmacy direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fee reform.
Omnicell featuring vision for fully digitized, autonomous pharmacy at conference
Omnicell is showcasing the industry’s most comprehensive and customizable platform of medication management solutions at the HIMSS19 Conference & Exhibition, taking place February 11-15 in Orlando, Fla.
Study: Health care systems will focus on reducing costs, improving patient experience in 2019
SAP SE Monday announced findings from a commissioned survey of health care executives conducted by Porter Research on behalf of SAP.
Eisai teams up to bring to life the #ThisIsMBC Elements campaign through fashion
Presenting sponsor Eisai and METAvivor announced Monday that they have joined forces with AnaOno Intimates and Project #Cancerland to bring to life the #ThisIsMBC Elements campaign through fashion, during New York Fashion Week.
Launch of CSS Health aimed at improving patient care through better medication management
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Pharmacists for Healthier Lives continues to grow
a coalition of pharmacy organizations seeking to raise the profile of pharmacy as an essential healthcare profession — announced Friday that four state pharmacy associations have joined the campaign.
PQA expands research team and promotes four individuals
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The Pharmacy Quality Alliance (PQA) is pleased to announce that Patrick Campbell, has joined its team as director, measurement outcomes research. He is the newest member of PQA’s growing research team.
J&J to list drug prices in TV commercials
Johnson & Johnson announced Thursday it will start providing the list price of its prescription drugs in upcoming television ads. The company would be the first drugmaker to take that step.
Nebraska Medicine completes expansion of outpatient pharmacy
Nebraska Medicine, the largest health care facility in Nebraska, has just completed a major upgrade to its flagship outpatient pharmacy. According to Vince Jorn, director of community based pharmacy services, the newly expanded pharmacy tripled in size from 2500 to 7500 square feet.
HHS Sec. Azar visits community pharmacists
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar yesterday visited Chateau Drugs and Gifts in Metairie, La., which is owned by National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) members Kerry and Diane Milano, both of whom are registered pharmacists.
Upsher-Smith, NASPA honor pharmacists
MAPLE GROVE, MN – Upsher-Smith and the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA) recently recognized the recipients of the 2018 NASPA Excellence in Innovation Award.
Cardinal Health reports second quarter results
Cardinal Health reported on Thursday second quarter fiscal year 2019 revenues of $37.7 billion, an increase of 7%. The company also reported growth in GAAP operating earnings of 26% to $504 million and a decrease in non-GAAP operating earnings of 13 percent to $637 million.