CVS Health opens new Workforce Innovation Talent Centers in Oklahoma City
CVS Health announced Tuesday the opening of its two new Workforce Innovation Talent Centers (WITCs) and one Community Resource Center in Oklahoma City.
Pharmacy
Pharmacists’ ever expanding role in diabetes care
Diabetes and prediabetes persist as widespread conditions, demanding care in their own right and threatening complications from eye problems to kidney disease. Pharmacists offer accessible care and education for the nearly 40 million Americans with diabetes and close to 100 million with prediabetes.
Resilient Cardinal taps into positive industry trends
The latest earnings report from Cardinal Health reflected positive momentum from its continued focus on improving core operations and investments to expand in key growth areas.
NACDS and American Diabetes Association to host nationwide health events
The #NourishMyHealth campaign is part of a commitment by NACDS to the September 28, 2022 White House Conference on Hunger,
NACDS welcomes enactment of Vermont PBM Reform Bill
which was signed into law on May 30 by Vermont Governor Phil Scott (R) and which becomes effective on July 1, 2024 — will help reduce prescription drug prices and preserve Vermont
Walgreens’ Clinical Trials business celebrates second anniversary
Walgreens launched its clinical trials business two years ago as an integral part of its healthcare strategy, to redefine the patient experience, and to increase access, diversity, equity, and patient retention in drug development research.
Kroger’s The Little Clinic’s relaunches weight management program
The Little Clinic, an offshoot of Kroger Health that operates 226 clinics in the U.S., has announced a new approach to its weight management program.
NACDS presses PBM reform as agencies probe consolidation
ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is urging the U.S.
What pharmacists need to know about colon cancer screening
Traditionally, pharmacists have been somewhat excluded from the fight against cancer. However, the increasing availability of at-home screening tests presents an opportunity to change that, and the timing couldn’t be more critical.
AbbVie launches contest to support migraine patients
AbbVie has announced the AbbVie Migraine Career Catalyst Award, a contest designed support migraine patients in the workplace.
Moderna’s innovative RSV vaccine opens door for more options
Moderna’s respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine mRESVIA was recently approved by the FDA for use in adults aged 60 years and older. The development marks the first time that an mRNA vaccine has been approved for a disease other than COVID-19.
Food is medicine online event slated for Tuesday
On June 11 decision-makers and advocates will focus on food is medicine, health and wellness innovation, and chronic disease prevention and management, will have a chance to gain insights about a compelling announcement by the Milken Institute and the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS
Registration open for NCPA 2024 Annual Convention
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Registration opens today, June 5, for the National Community Pharmacists Association’s 2024 Annual Convention, set for Oct. 26-29 in Columbus, Ohio.
Pharmacy Quality Alliance evaluating impact of insulin price cap
Alexandria, Va. – In partnership with Inovalon, the Pharmacy Quality Alliance (PQA) is assessing the impact of the Medicare out-of-pocket cost cap for insulin on persistence to basal insulin.
Massachusetts advertising campaign comes as part of NACDS’ broader advocacy work in collaboration with in-state partners
In support of pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform legislation in Massachusetts, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) launched this week 60-second and 30-second ads, titled ‘STAND UP’, for Boston news and talk radio stations.
Lilly announces departure of chief financial officer, Anat Ashkenazi
Eli Lilly and Co. announced Tuesday that Anat Ashkenazi has resigned as chief financial officer to pursue a career opportunity outside of the pharmaceutical industry. Ms. Ashkenazi will continue to serve at full capacity in her role and as a member of Lilly’s Executive Committee through July 2024.