Kroger announces plans to combat opioid abuse
The Kroger Co. Family of Pharmacies reported that it is taking several steps as part of a comprehensive commitment to help communities combat the nationwide opioid epidemic.
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Walgreens launches the “Every One Counts Hometown Challenge”
In support of the fourth annual Red Nose Day in the U.S., Walgreens launched its – a fun way for customers and communities to demonstrate their city’s commitment to supporting children in need.
CanniMed to source medical cannabis to Pharmasave
Aurora Cannabis Inc. and CanniMed Therapeutics Inc. announced this week that CanniMed has entered into a Letter of Intent to become a preferred supplier of medical cannabis to Pharmasave.
CVS kept drug price growth almost flat for PBM clients in 2017
CVS Health has reported that, in 2017, the company kept drug price growth nearly flat for its pharmacy benefit management (PBM) clients, at a minimal 0.2%, despite manufacturer price inflation near 10%.
Walgreens supports Surgeon General’s advisory on opioids
Walgreens issued the following statement from president of operations Richard Ashworth in support of the advisory on naloxone and opioid overdose issued today by U.S. Surgeon General Jerome M. Adams.
Giant Food pharmacists offer tips for allergy season
With allergy season upon us, the National Wildlife Federation estimates that the season now lasts 27 days longer, as a result of rising global temperatures.
Cardinal Health begins donation of 80,000 doses of Narcan
Today, as part of its Opioid Action Program, Cardinal Health began rolling out its donation of more than 80,000 doses of Narcan, (naloxone HCI) Nasal Spray 4mg, to community organizations who will distribute the life-saving overdose-reversal medication to first responders and law enforcement across
Walmart said to be in talks to acquire Humana
According to a report in The Wall Street Journal on Friday, Walmart and health insurer Humana are in early talks regarding a possible merger. WSJ says it isn’t clear what terms the companies may be discussing, and the story said there is no guarantee they will strike a deal. However, if they
CVS supports bleeding disorder programs
CVS Health announced more than $260,000 in charitable commitments to local and national hemophilia and bleeding disorder programs across the country. The announcement of new commitments coincides with Bleeding Disorder Awareness Month, which is nationally recognized each year in March.
Walgreens Boots Alliance posts 2Q gains
Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) reported better-than-expected earnings and revenue on Wednesday when it announced results for the second quarter of fiscal 2018, which ended February 28. Overall, WBA earned $1.73 a share, up 27% versus a year ago. Revenue grew 12.1% to $33.02 billion.
Five ways Amazon can jump into health care
Online retail giant Amazon will enter the broader health care market — it’s just a question of how, according to global management consulting firm L.E.K. Consulting. In a new report released yesterday, L.E.K.
Walgreens raises beauty to an even higher level
The elevation of beauty at Walgreens continues to take the category to new heights. The retailer has just completed the second phase of the Walgreens Beauty Differentiation concept rollout, diversifying its department mix with new brands and tonics.
Pharmacy groups hail expanded free Rx plan in Ontario
Canadian pharmacy organizations lauded the Ontario government’s expansion of its OHIP+ free prescriptions plan to seniors in the province. Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne yesterday announced that, starting Aug.
CVS steps up opioid abuse prevention in New Hampshire
CVS Health has taken its efforts to fight the abuse of opioids to New Hampshire.
Albertsons readies food, wellness digital marketplace
BOISE, Idaho – Albertsons Cos. has called on vendors to join its upcoming digital marketplace for food and wellness products.