Obama nominates Califf as FDA commissioner
The Food and Drug Administration’s current deputy commissioner for medical products and tobacco is likely to become the organization’s next commissioner. Dr.
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Albertsons expands Rx distribution with McKesson
Food and drug retailer Albertsons has signed a five-year distribution pact for the sourcing and distribution of branded and generic drugs with McKesson Corp. The companies said late Tuesday that the pharmaceutical distribution agreement will go into effect on April 1, 2016.
Industry mourns passing of Perry Drug founder Jack Robinson
Jack Robinson, the founder, chairman and chief executive officer of Perry Drug Stores Inc., died yesterday. He was 85. Robinson founded Perry Drug in 1957, when he opened his first store in Pontiac, Mich.
Neighbourhood Pharmacies introduces the Pharmacy Expo
The Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada has enhanced its annual events program, including the launch of the Pharmacy Expo, an expansion of its major annual spring gathering.
Health Mart to kick off national ad campaign
Health Mart is launching a national radio and digital advertising campaign to attract more patients to its drug stores. The McKesson Corp.
Bartell Drugs kicks off flu vaccine program
Bartell Drugs has launched a seasonal flu shot program that offers vaccinations at all of its 64 stores as well as via an off-site flu clinic program serving area businesses and retirement communities.
London Drugs helps Canadians get immunized
Pharmacists at London Drugs are working with the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) to help educate parents about immunization options as their children head back to school.
NCPA to roll out lab test platform for pharmacies
Community pharmacies will be able to offer patients direct access to lab tests and health screenings via a partnership announced by the National Community Pharmacists Association.
Foulkes rises on ‘Most Powerful Women’ list
Helena Foulkes, executive vice president of CVS Health and president of CVS/pharmacy, has climbed higher on the “50 Most Powerful Women in Business” by Time Inc.’s Fortune magazine. Foulkes came in at No. 14 on the annual list this year after finishing at No. 26 in 2014.
Diplomat sells compounding pharmacy operation
Personalized medicine solution provider Restore Health plans to acquire the compounding pharmacy assets of Diplomat Pharmacy Inc. Financial terms of the agreement weren’t disclosed.
Kroger promotes execs to lead key businesses
Kroger Co. has promoted four executives — including its top merchant, retail operations chief, chief financial officer and chief information officer — to lead key lines of business.
Bartell Drugs gets set for Fall Beauty Event
Later this month, Bartell Drugs plans to kick off its Fall Beauty Event, which will offer free makeup consultations in select stores and chainwide discounts on a range of beauty care products. The Seattle-area drug chain said Wednesday that the promotion will run Sept. 27 to Oct. 3.
Haggen files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Haggen Inc. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, as the food and drug retailer has struggled since expanding into California via the acquisition of Albertsons and Safeway stores late last year.
NACDS, PhRMA help weigh impact of Rx use on Medicaid costs
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores and the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) co-authored a Health Affairs article on research finding that when prescription drugs are taken as directed by a physician, other medical costs are reduced for certain Medicaid benefici
Rite Aid to spotlight Folds of Honor scholarship recipients
This month, Rite Aid associates across the country will honor 274 students receiving Folds of Honor educational scholarships provided by The Rite Aid Foundation’s KidCents program.
CVS study: Narrow networks aid Rx adherence
Members of drug benefit plans with narrow pharmacy networks show improved medication adherence, according to a new study by the CVS Health Research Institute.