Pharmacy
Cyberattack on UnitedHealth affects ability of some pharmacies to fill prescriptions
Some pharmacies across the country are reporting that they are having difficulty getting prescriptions to patients because of a cyberattack on a unit of UnitedHealth.
Specialty Pharmacy Alliance joins The Health Management Academy
WAKEFIELD, Mass. – The Health System Owned Specialty Pharmacy Alliance (HOSP), a non-profit trade association committed to advancing integrated specialty pharmacies, is thrilled to have joined The Health Management Academy (The Academy), a prominent force in healthcare innovation.
Rock legend Roger Daltrey to perform at Annual Meeting
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) announced that rock legend Roger Daltrey will perform at the grand finale during the Directors Dinner & Entertainment being held on Tuesday, April 30th, 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. closing out the 2024 NACDS Annual Meeting in Palm Beach, Fla.
Jobby John honored with NASPA Excellence in Innovation Award
MAPLE GROVE, Minn – Upsher-Smith Laboratories and the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA) are pleased to announce that Jobby John, CEO and Founder of Nimbus Healthcare has been awarded a prestigious NASPA Excellence in Innovation Award.
Medicare plans increase patient costs for generic medicines
The Association for Accessible Medicines commented on an analysis released this week by Avalere showing that Medicare plans increase patient costs for generic medicines.
HDA comments to FDA on state of industry’s readiness for DSCSA deadline
HDA submitted comments on Tuesday to the FDA in response to the agency’s request for information, “Implementing Interoperable Systems and Processes for Enhanced Drug Distribution Security Requirements Under Section 582(g)(1) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act” (RFI),” which asks how tradin
Vanscoy Rare Pharmacy launches
Vanscoy Rare Pharmacy announced its official launch nationwide. By introducing innovative technology and patient care approaches to the delivery of specialty pharmacy services, Vanscoy Rare will change the pharmacy outlook for people living with rare conditions.
Amring Pharma to change name to Nordic Pharma
Amring Pharmaceuticals announced its intent to change its name to Nordic Pharma, Inc. The new name takes effect on March 1, 2024. Following the change in the ownership of their company from Sever Life Sciences, B.V. to Nordic Group, B.V. on June 1, 2023, the change in the corporate name provides for
Proffitt on Dr. Reddy’s private label O-T-C business
Lindsay Proffitt, who runs the private label over-the-counter drug business at Dr. Reddy’s, spoke with Chain Drug Review about her role, the significance of store brands for the company and the opportunities they present.
Key challenges in chemicals and materials R&D
The chemical and materials industry contributes roughly $5.7 trillion to global GDP (gross domestic product) and supports an estimated 120 million jobs, according to a recent report published by the International Council of Chemical Associations.
APCI, APSC announce merger plan
American Pharmacy Cooperative, Inc. (APCI) and American Pharmacy Services Corporation (APSC) announced plans to merge the two groups, officials with both organizations said this week.
HDA issues statement on FTC and HHS request for information on drug shortages
The Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the latest in the ongoing dialogue between policymakers, regulators and healthcare supply chain leaders about the root causes of drug shortages — and solutions requ
AAM praises HHS and FTC call for solutions on drug shortages and patient access to generics and biosimilars
The Association for Accessible Medicines, the leading trade association for generic and biosimilar manufacturers, today commended the Federal Trade Commission and the U.S.
NCPA releases latest survey on drug supply chain and staffing
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The National Community Pharmacists Association is releasing the results of its latest survey of independent pharmacy owners/managers that seeks to provide context on supply chain concerns and labor challenges its members are facing.
ScriptAbility announces integration with McKesson’s EnterpriseRx
ScriptAbility is now integrated with McKesson Corp’s EnterpriseRx. This arrangement allows EnterpriseRx pharmacy clients to help ensure medication adherence and safety by providing accessible prescription labels for their patients who are visually impaired or have limited English proficiency.