Walgreens releases Annual Flu Index to help communities monitor flu activity
The chain is encouraging vaccination now ahead of the respiratory season and the holidays.
Pharmacy
Camber launches generic Stendra
Avanafil tablets is a phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) inhibitor indicated for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
XiFin invites Rx professionals to share insights on the critical success factors to forge the future of pharmacy care
2025 Pharmacy Transformation Study to explore evolving expectations for pharmacists and the multi-faceted and systemic approach needed to make it a reality to enhance patient access and equity
Cardinal Health celebrates medical product distribution center grand opening in Massachusetts
New facility in Boylston increases U.S. warehouse capacity and expands specialized handling capabilities.
NCPA delegates install Jeff Harrell as president
New officer installed at annual House of Delegates meeting.
DeAnn Mullins awarded Dargavel Medal by NCPA Foundation
The McKesson Corporation sponsors the annual award.
Retail pharmacies team with DEA for successful Drug Take Back Day
Pharmacy chains such as CVS, Walgreens, Meijer, and Rite Aid joined the effort by providing year-round disposal options.
Dr. Reddy's named by Science Magazine in top 20 global pharma employers list
This marks the third consecutive appearance of Dr. Reddy’s in the list.
NCPA Foundation recognizes Ashley Hannings Chinchilla, Jan Kavookjian as Outstanding Faculty Liaisons of the Year
The award is to recognize faculty liaisons who demonstrate exceptional leadership and commitment to independent pharmacy, their NCPA Student Chapter, and the community.
Amina Abubakar named recipient of Sharlea Leatherwood Memorial Trailblazer Award
Abubakar is currently sharing her passion for advancements in pharmacogenomics with pharmacists, patients and policymakers all over the country.
Matt Garner receives National Preceptor of the Year Award from NCPA Foundation
This award recognizes a pharmacist who has made a significant contribution to the education of pharmacy students as a preceptor in a community practice setting.
Korey Kreider receives NCPA Foundation’s NARD Ownership Award
Medicine Man Prairie Pharmacy was established in 1990 and serves a diverse community in northern Idaho.
NCPA releases 2024 Digest report
The NCPA Digest, which provides an annual overview of independent community pharmacy, found that the industry represents 35 percent of all retail pharmacies in the United States. It continues to be true that no single pharmacy chain has more stores than all independents combined.
NCPA Foundation announces 2024 scholarship recipients
The NCPA Foundation proudly awards scholarships each year to college students pursuing community pharmacy ownership, recognizing those with demonstrated leadership qualities, academic achievement and an interest in independent pharmacy.
University of Texas at Austin wins 2024 Good Neighbor Pharmacy NCPA Pruitt-Schutte Student Business Plan Competition
The contest is named in honor of two great champions of independent community pharmacy, the late Neil Pruitt, Sr. and the late H. Joseph Schutte.
Robert Greenwood gets NCPA 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award
The Calvin J. Anthony Lifetime Achievement Award honors a pharmacist who has dedicated their career to the advancement of the pharmacy profession.