McKesson consolidates Ontario distribution network
McKesson Canada said it’s restructuring its Ontario distribution network to better serve its customers and and position itself for future growth.
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Report: Japan’s Lawson eyes U.S. drug stores
Japan-based convenience store operator Lawson Inc. reportedly is angling to invest in or buy drug stores in the United States and Europe.
Take Care Clinics offer concussion education
Take Care Clinics have added concussion education as part of their annual camp, back-to-school and sports physicals. Walgreen Co.
NACDS endorses bill to form Rx abuse commission
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores has applauded a bill introduced by Sen. Barbara Boxer (D., Calif.) that would create a federal commission to address abuse of prescription drugs. NACDS said Thursday that the new commission called for in the Combatting Prescription Drug Abuse Act (S.
CVS expands discounts for veterans
CVS/pharmacy and Veterans Advantage Inc. have unveiled a new in-store savings program for Veterans Advantage’s VetRewards Card members. CVS said Wednesday that the program provides military and veteran families with discounts on thousands of store brand products at its 7,400 drug stores nationwide.
Walgreens, Blue Cross promote ACA awareness
Walgreen Co. has teamed up with the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) in a campaign to educate consumers about the Affordable Care Act (ACA) health care reform law, in particular how to buy health coverage via the new health insurance exchanges.
GPhA: Savings huge from generic patent settlements
Generic drugs launched before patent expiration because of a patent settlement reached the market an average of 81 months sooner than patent expiry, saving the U.S.
Pharmacy industry coalition takes aim at PBM audits
Key pharmacy industry players have joined a coalition that has launched a project to ensure "fair and reasonable" pharmacy audit standards for Medicare Part D prescription drug claims.
NCPA hails ‘pharmacy choice’ legislation in Hawaii
Hawaii has enacted two new measures that will give the state’s residents more choice of where to fill their prescriptions and additional medical privacy protections, according to the National Community Pharmacists Association. NCPA said Tuesday that Gov. Neil Abercrombie (D.
Jean Coutu reports uptick in sales, earnings
Despite the deflationary impact of new generic drugs, Jean Coutu Group posted a slight revenue and same-store sales gains for its fiscal 2014 first quarter, while adjusted earnings were in line with analysts’ forecast.
Kroger grows pharmacy base with Harris Teeter buy
The Kroger Co. has lifted its pharmacy count over the 2,000 mark with its $2.5 billion deal to acquire Harris Teeter Supermarkets Inc.
Research links Rx adherence, preventable medical costs
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores is spotlighting new research that ties medication adherence to avoidable medical expenses.
AmerisourceBergen readies for community pharmacy conference
AmerisourceBergen Drug Corp. is getting set to kick off ThoughSpot 2013, its annual community pharmacy trade show, later this month in Las Vegas.
Study: Drug chains rate highly in convenience
Convenience remains a linchpin of pharmacy customer satisfaction, and chain drug stores appear to be gaining ground by that metric, a study by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals Inc. reveals.
Rexall supports Alberta flood relief effort
Rexall Pharma Plus is donating $50,000 to the Canadian Red Cross Alberta Floods Fund to support the relief and recovery effort in the wake of the province’s devastating flooding last month.
Views differ on CMS study of preferred pharmacy pricing
A Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) analysis of preferred pharmacy pricing in Medicare Part D drug benefit plans drew conflicting responses this week.