Ritzman adds specialty Rx capabilities to arsenal
With the launch of specialty pharmacy services, Ritzman Pharmacies had one of its most successful years in 2014.
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Lewis Drug steps up its pace of expansion
Last year brought dramatic expansion for Lewis Drug, as it acquired 12 stores in three states. The pickups brought the chain’s store count at the start of 2015 to 46, and more purchases are in the works. In the first half of 2014 the retailer bought a half-dozen independent outlets across
Jean Coutu Group connects with its customers
Through its ability to forge solid relationships with shoppers, both those in the pharmacy and those at the front end, the Jean Coutu Group has been able to retain loyal customers as well as attract new clientele, according to president and chief executive officer François Coutu.
NCPA provides video training for med sync
The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) has launched “Implementing Med Sync,” a six-part video training series for community pharmacies that want to set up an appointment-based medication synchronization program in their stores.
Publix reaches pharmacy milestone
Publix Super Markets Inc. this month marked a milestone for its pharmacies by surpassing 50 million free prescriptions for customers in the past eight years.
Partnership brings specialty Rx services to independents
The Academy of Independent Pharmacy (AIP) and Aureus Health Services have partnered to provide specialty pharmacy services to independent retail pharmacies.
Fruth Pharmacy charts course for 2015 and beyond
Fruth Pharmacy is pursuing a number of key objectives to evolve its business in both the pharmacy and front end for this year and beyond, according to chairman and president Lynne Fruth.
CVS/pharmacy plans promo for store brands
CVS/pharmacy is set to kick off “Fill Your Bag,” a chainwide promotion offering shoppers savings on CVS brand products, as well as select exclusive product lines. CVS said Wednesday that the promotion will run in-store and online from April 26 to May 23.
NACDS, NCPA hail House passage of Rx abuse bill
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores and the National Community Pharmacists Association applauded the House of Representatives’ passage of the Ensuring Patient Access and Effective Drug Enforcement Act of 2015 (H.R. 471).
McKesson Canada bolsters pharmacy banners
McKesson Canada pharmacies are forging ahead under the leadership of new senior vice president of retail banner management services Richard Brennan. This year Brennan was named to head the company’s growing pharmacy banner business, including Guardian, I.D.A.
FDA regulation of homeopathic medicines called effective
The Food and Drug Administration’s regulatory policy for homeopathic medicines has worked effectively for the last 25 years to protect the public health and provide consumer access to safe homeopathic medicines, according to the American Association of Homeopathic Pharmacists (AAHP).
Discount Drug Mart stays on growth path
Discount Drug Mart marked its third consecutive year of improvement in 2014, as sales climbed 6.5% to some $621 million. The 72-store Ohio drug chain saw front-end dollar volume rise 3.5%, yet the big gain came in pharmacy, where sales jumped 7.2%. Home health care recorded a 4.
Fred’s closes specialty Rx acquisition
Fred’s Inc. has wrapped up its acquisition of Reeves-Sain Drug Store Inc., including its EntrustRx specialty pharmacy. Under the $66 million deal, announced in late March, Fred’s acquired Reeves-Sain Drug Store’s EntrustRx specialty pharmacy operation, which has facilities in Spring Hill, Tenn.
NACDS point-of-care testing tour gets under way
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Community Pharmacy-Based Point-of-Care Testing certificate program launched this weekend at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Pharmacy in Omaha, Neb.
Kmart launches pharmacy rewards program
Sears Holdings Corp. has expanded its Shop Your Way loyalty program to offer pharmacy rewards at Kmart.
Rite Aid appoints CIO
Steve Rempel has joined Rite Aid Corp. as senior vice president and chief information officer. Rite Aid said Monday that Rempel will oversee all aspects of the company’s technology and information operations, including computer systems, network infrastructure, telecommunications and data security.