Whitman to retire from NACDS; Arth, Perlowski promoted
Senior vice president of member programs and services Jim Whitman is retiring from the National Association of Chain Drug Stores in June.
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NACDS promotes Stephen Perlowski to SVP, Industry Affairs and Member Relations
“From working with suppliers and retailers, to handling complex supply chain issues, to knowing the needs of the membership over the course of decades, Steve defines service to a truly member-driven trade association.”
Health care automation expert promoted to Swisslog VP role
In his new role, Andersen will lead the strategic direction of the North American Pharmacy Automation Sales teams, including both Inside and Outside Sales, as well as the Clinical Consultants.
Amazon One Medical CEO to step down
Green is leaving One Medical to become CEO of National Research Corp. (NRC Health), a provider of health-care analytics and other services, the company said.
MedOne offers expedited access to Stelara biosimilars
The much-anticipated biosimilars for ustekinumab, commonly known by its brand name Stelara, are set to hit the market in mid-2025.
NACDS promotes Terry Arth to SVP of Member Services and Conferences
“Terry has been a visionary and disciplined leader in making NACDS meetings and conferences the gold standard in the industry,” said NACDS president and CEO Steven Anderson.
Novo Nordisk introduces NovoCare Pharmacy, lowering cost of all doses of approved Wegovy
NovoCare Pharmacy provides direct-to-patient, convenient home shipments of all dose strengths of Wegovy at a reduced cost of $499 per month for cash-paying patients.
Report: A decade of biosimilars and barriers remain
Matrix Global Advisors report highlights current barriers and recommendations for robust competition and patient savings in the next decade.
Report from CoverMyMeds looks at actionable strategies to bridge gaps for patients
CoverMyMeds' 2025 Medication Access Report: From Barriers to Bridges calls for increased collaboration and interoperability across the healthcare industry to improve patient outcomes.
CRN unveils 2025 ‘Day on the Hill’ to promote supplement sector
As lawmakers prioritize health, CRN’s 2025 Day on the Hill will highlight the industry’s crucial role in offering safe, effective, science-backed nutrition products.
Wellvana acquires CVS Health’s MSSP business
With latest transaction, Wellvana supports primary care providers across 40 states, serving approximately 1 million patients.
New report from GoodRx tracks changes in GLP-1 insurance coverage
In 2025, the number of people without commercial insurance coverage for these medications surged significantly. Zepbound saw a 14% increase since 2024, leaving 4.9 million people without coverage, and Ozempic saw a 22% increase, affecting another 1.1 million people.
Upcoming NCPA items for pharmacy teams
One webinar will explore practical strategies for managing stress, mastering self-care, and fostering a resilient, well-supported working environment.
NACHC issues statement on protecting Medicaid for Americans
"We are encouraged by statements from President Trump and Speaker Johnson that the most damaging proposals regarding Medicaid have been taken off the table."
Senderra celebrates 15 years of cutting-edge solutions in specialty pharmacy
Transforming the patient health care experience.
HDA gives 2025 Distribution Management Award to Cencora, Dispensary of Hope and Viatris
Winning companies are selected by the distributor and manufacturer member executives of the HDA Industry Relations Council.