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PCMA releases commitment to unlocking an affordable health care future

PCMA releases commitment to unlocking an affordable health care future

The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) released a new policy platform, “Unlocking an Affordable Future,” designed to provide policymakers a roadmap to prioritize patients with public policy solutions that promote competition in the prescription drug market, lower costs, and support be

Camber launches generic Namenda

Camber launches generic Namenda

Camber Pharmaceuticals has added memantine HCl Tablets to its portfolio. The generic version of Namenda is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer’s type. Memantine HCl tablets are available in 5 and 10 mg strengths and supplied in 60-count bottles.

NACDS to Congress: Americans expect pharmacy access after the pandemic

NACDS to Congress: Americans expect pharmacy access after the pandemic

ARLINGTON, Va. – With the U.S. House of Representatives slated to consider legislation related to the pandemic this week, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores has a vital message: constituents view the importance of pharmacy access as a lesson that must be learned from the past three years.

Upcoming NCPA items for pharmacy teams

Upcoming NCPA items for pharmacy teams

ALEXANDRIA, Va.  – The National Community Pharmacists Association is pleased to announce these upcoming items for pharmacists and pharmacy team members: Beginning Feb. 1 – Diabetes Accreditation Boot Camp.

NCPA endorses reintroduction of Senate FTC/PBM bills

NCPA endorses reintroduction of Senate FTC/PBM bills

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The National Community Pharmacists Association is supporting two pieces of legislation reintroduced in the Senate on Thursday that will bring transparency to pharmacy benefit managers. Sens. Maria Cantwell (D, Wash.

CVS, Walmart to cut pharmacy hours amid labor concerns

CVS, Walmart to cut pharmacy hours amid labor concerns

CVS Health and Walmart announced that they will be reducing pharmacy hours to address the ongoing pharmacist shortage, The Wall Street Journal reported Friday. CVS plans to cut or shift operating hours at about two-thirds of its 9,000-strong U.S.

HDA announces government affairs and policy staffing updates

HDA announces government affairs and policy staffing updates

The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) announces the following updates to its Government Affairs and Policy staff: Kristen Freitas Named SVP, Federal Government Affairs and Alliance Development; Leah Lindahl Named Vice President, State Government Affairs Kristen Freitas, now Senior Vice Presiden