Poll: Pharmacists say they’re key to improving health
More than 90% of pharmacists believe they are key to improving patient health, according to a survey commissioned by the International Pharmaceutical Federation and Pfizer Inc.
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NACDS launches RxImpact Votes; Kmart, H.E.B. honored
Building on its successful grassroots campaign, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores has kicked off a "get-out-the-vote" political mobilization drive and recognized the political engagement of Kmart and H.E. Butt Grocery Co.
Winn-Dixie to provide work-site vaccinations
As part of its flu immunization effort, Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. plans to offer flu shots to employers as well as individuals.
Lifechek upgrades technology to support retail expansion
To help grow its front-end business, Lifechek Drug Inc. plans to implement a business management and point-of-sale software platform from Activant Solutions Inc.
NACDS leadership: Retail pharmacy poised for even bigger role in health care
Already a core health care provider, retail pharmacy stands to play an even larger part in patient care as health care reform amplifies the call for more affordable, accessible services, National Association of Chain Drug Stores leaders said at the NACDS Pharmacy & Technology Conference here.
CMS seeks contractor for retail Rx pricing study
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a request for proposal (RFP) seeking a contractor to develop monthly national surveys of retail pharmacy prescription drug prices and ingredient costs. Published on the government contract bidding web site, FedBizOpps.
Shoppers Drug Mart continues energy-savvy store program
Shoppers Drug Mart Corp. this weekend plans to open its latest energy-efficient store in Woodbridge, Ontario, as it continues its rollout of the format.
NCPA: CMS urged to ensure local access to diabetes supplies
Four congressmen are urging the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to keep prices for its national Competitive Bidding Program (CBP) for Medicare Part B mail-order diabetes testing supplies separate from similar supplies offered by retail pharmacies.
Navarro offers ‘flu guarantee’ with vaccine program
Navarro Discount Pharmacy has begun providing flu shots and is giving customers a hand with the cost of staying healthy during flu season.
Fred’s CEO: Pharmacy feeling ‘headwinds’
In reporting second-quarter results, the chief executive officer of Fred’s Inc. cited pressure on the pharmacy business that’s likely to continue over the next year and a half.
Giant Eagle pilots pharmacy automation system
Giant Eagle Inc. is testing a pharmacy workflow automation system from RxSafe. The San Diego-based provider of automated robotic storage and retrieval systems for pharmacies said Thursday that it recently installed an RxSafe 1800 system at one of Giant Eagle’s Pittsburgh-area supermarkets.
Target bills itself as ‘prevention HQ’ for flu season
Discounter Target Corp. said it aims to promote its customers’ health and wellness during the upcoming cold and flu season by serving as their "prevention and treatment headquarters." The retailer said Thursday that starting on Sept.
Drug chains ally in generics buying group
A group of pharmacy retailers in the Chain Drug Consortium have formed a generic drug purchasing entity called the Chain Pharmacy Alliance.
Walgreens becomes official pharmacy of NFL’s Giants
Walgreen Co. has announced a strategic alliance with the National Football League’s New York Giants as the team’s official retail pharmacy.
Flu shots upcoming at Publix, United Supermarkets
Food and drug retailers Publix Super Markets Inc. and United Supermarkets this week said they’re set to launch their respective flu vaccination programs in the coming days. Lakeland, Fla.-based Publix plans to kick off its flu immunization program in stores this month.
PTCB highlights pharmacy technicians’ role in vaccine efforts
As drug store chains step up their flu shot campaigns this year, pharmacy technicians will be counted on to provide much-needed support, according to the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).