Health care funding on the line in shutdown showdown
A prolonged government shutdown would result in significant disruptions to health care funding and oversight.
Pharmacy
AbbVie breaks ground on new API facility in North Chicago
AbbVie said the site will be fully operational by 2027, enabling API production for select European and Asian products in the U.S.
GSK CEO Emma Walmsley to step down
Walmsley made history in 2017 as the first woman to lead a top-tier pharmaceutical company.
CVS Health expands senior care through Oak Street, Signify and MinuteClinic
CVS Health’s business units focus on making care for adults over 65 more accessible and coordinated.
Camber releases Voriconazole for Injection
Voriconazole for Injection is indicated for a variety of fungal infections in adult and pediatric patients (2 years of age and older).
The Future of Pharmacy Care Coalition urges Congress to pass ECAPS Act
ECAPS allows pharmacists to receive payment from Medicare Part B to provide select services to seniors for certain respiratory conditions.
Walgreens ready with vaccines for cold and flu season
Picking says Walgreens is focused on removing barriers to access and making flu shots easy and convenient.
ACS and NFL expand Crucial Catch initiative
The NFL has raised $35 million for ACS since 2009 through Crucial Catch-branded merchandise, auctions and fundraising efforts
ACA subsidy expiration could cost providers $32 billion
Researchers warn that ending subsidies could threaten community care access and increase financial pressure on providers.
Sanofi caps insulin costs at $35 nationwide
“No one should struggle to afford their insulin,” said Adam Gluck, Head of U.S. Corporate Affairs at Sanofi.
Amneal announces BLA submission of biosimilar candidate to XOLAIR
Potential first-wave entry into the $4+ billion U.S. market and an important new growth driver for Amneal.
BD and Henry Ford Health ink pharmacy automation partnership
Aim to revolutionize medication storage and prescription delivery.
NACDS rejects PBM self-regulation proposal
Citing polling that found 97% of Americans want steps to reduce pharmacy closures, NACDS urged Congress and the Administration to reject PBM proposals and pass enforceable reforms.
White House reviews Trump’s revived drug pricing rule
President Trump has set a Sept. 29 deadline for pharma companies to align U.S. prices with global benchmarks, warning of regulatory action if they don't comply.
CRN: Expanded HSA/FSA access may boost preventive care
A new CRN analysis shows that allowing dietary supplements under HSAs and FSAs would cost 75% less than previous estimates/