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.
Pharmacy
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.
CVS Pharmacy rolls out enhanced flu testing and treatment offerings
CVS Health survey finds more than 60% of consumers say they are likely to get a flu shot this season.
Meijer pharmacists ready to tackle upcoming flu season
Meijer is spotlighting the importance of the flu vaccine as the cornerstone of respiratory health, while also making it easier than ever to stay up to date on additional critical vaccines.
HDA names Hannah Seitzinger Director of State Government Affairs
In her new role, Seitzinger will represent HDA’s healthcare distributor members across multiple Midwestern states.
Americans to gain new access to real-time Rx drug price info
Trump Administration announces forthcoming changes to ease approval of physician-approved treatments and inform patients up-front of the most appropriate and lowest cost prescription drugs.
Cardinal Health names Val Pitteroff as chief human resources officer
Ola Snow set to retire in February after nearly 25 years with Cardinal Health.
Alex Keeton named head of the Biosimilars Council, SVP of Policy
He will lead all aspects of biosimilars advocacy, policy, and outreach as well as AAM’s policy development and issues management to improve overall market sustainability and increase access to affordable generic and biosimilar medicines.
CVS and Walgreens requiring prescriptions for COVID vaccine in some states
"Once ACIP acts on the updated COVID-19 vaccines or states take additional action to authorize pharmacy dispensing prior to ACIP recommendations, we’ll be able to offer the FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccines in the remaining states," the company said.
Evernorth Health Services invests in Shields Health Solutions
Evernorth's investment coincides with Shields' establishment as a private standalone company upon its acquisition by Sycamore Partners.
Aurigene Pharmaceutical Services launches Aurigene database on CHEESE Platform for accelerated hit identification
This new resource enables compound similarity and substructure searches, providing researchers with a powerful tool to identify early hits in drug discovery programs.
CDC chaos sparks national and bipartisan alarm
The sudden firing of Director Susan Monarez and the resignation of four senior leaders have left the CDC stunned, prompting staff to stage a rare walkout in protest.
CRN welcomes Secretary Kennedy’s call for nutrition education
“It’s encouraging to hear the Administration sound similar alarms that healthcare providers should get this training before they are certified to practice.”
CVS Health expands virtual mental health services with MinuteClinic
The expansion is part of CVS Health’s integrated behavioral health strategy, which connects physical and mental health services.