CVS Pharmacy rolls out enhanced flu testing and treatment offerings
As flu cases continue to remain high, select CVS pharmacies across 37 states launch combo test for Flu A, Flu B and COVID-19.
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Former NCPA president presses for PBM reform in congressional hearing
Anticompetitive PBM tactics lead to higher costs, limited choices, and pharmacy deserts.
New prescription robot at Michigan health care pharmacy fills community need
Cass Family Clinic’s new Parata Max 2 robot, “Rosie,” helps local community pharmacy keep up with demand.
Democrats and Republicans agree: GLP-1 medications should be covered by Medicare and Medicaid
New national poll reveals stark contrast between public opinion and RFK Jr.'s proposed cuts to vital health programs.
CVS Health ordered to turn over documents related to FTC probe
The order relates to an FTC demand in 2023 for business record from CVS in relation to a federal investigation into the alleged anticompetitive conduct of the company’s pharmacy-related operations.
Trump signs executive order to make health care prices 'transparent'
The order directs the Departments of the Treasury, Labor, and Health and Human Services to within 90 days come up with a framework to enforce Trump's 2019 executive order forcing health insurers and hospitals to disclose health care cost details.
Rosacea Awareness Month to spotlight holistic approach to Rosacea treatment
The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has designated April as Rosacea Awareness Month to educate the public on this chronic facial skin disorder estimated to affect more than 16 million Americans.
PCMA launches PBM Innovation Project to showcase new patient-centered programs
An accompanying white paper was also released that provides detailed information on innovative programs from PCMA-member PBMs.
National study reveals strong public support for pharmacy compounding
Among respondents who have used compounding pharmacies, over three-quarters (79%) report having a positive experience. However, only 42% of adults are familiar with pharmacy compounding.
NACDS announces retirement of Jim Whitman after 48 years of service
Whitman will leave behind a legacy of commitment to member service and industry leadership.
Lilly launches additional Zepbound vial doses and offers new savings for self-pay patients
New 7.5 mg and 10 mg Zepbound single-dose vials now available for $499 per month via Zepbound Self Pay Journey Program.
MinuteClinic and Emory Healthcare Network expand primary care access to Georgians
Emory Healthcare Network is the first clinically integrated network in the country to include MinuteClinic as an in-network primary care provider.
SELARSDI, biosimilar to Stelara, rolls out in U.S.
SELARSDI is the second biosimilar to launch in the U.S. under the Teva and Alvotech strategic partnership, which includes nine products.
Walgreens supports the American Heart Association to help bring CPR to communities nationwide
Walgreens multi-year, $15 million fundraising commitment includes a point-of-sale donation campaign to enhance the lifesaving capacity of the American Heart Association.
Secure dialing extends the power of mobile e-prescribing for health care providers
Calls made through the app display the practice’s designated office number, maintaining professional boundaries and presenting patients with a number they are likely to recognize and trust.
Head of food division at FDA resigns, citing numerous job cuts
Jones pointed to the layoffs of 89 staffers in the food division, cuts he called “indiscriminate.”