CVS Health appoints David Joyner president and CEO
Joyner replaces Karen Lynch. Roger Farah also named executive chairman of the board.
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Excellence in Rx: Lance extends impact beyond Rx into digital care
“We fill prescriptions only after they are ordered by the patient, rather than at the time the prescription is received. This approach has significantly increased our efficiency and minimized wasted time spent returning unfilled prescriptions to the shelf."
Excellence in Rx: Smith is intent on making vaccinations accessible
“There are varying levels of literacy around immunizations and the importance of having personalized conversations, educating patients on vaccine preventable diseases, and creating and ensuring ease of access to vaccines is the key to success in increasing vaccination rates,” says Smith.
Excellence in Rx: Hicks draws fulfillment from getting people vaccinated
Asked for her favorite part of the job, Hicks says, “It’s the ability to work with all different types of patients and in different patient settings as well as pharmacy staff across Lewis Drug.”
Hy-Vee president and retail industry leader Donna Tweeten to retire
In 2022, Tweeten became the first woman in Hy-Vee history to serve as the company’s president.
Albertsons sees 24% growth in digital sales
The supermarket operator said identical-store sales also increased 2.5% in the quarter ended September 9.
Rite Aid teams with Klarna
The convenient, interest-free payment solution offers a new way for customers to shop confidently in-store.
New CVS Health report examines ongoing transformation of community pharmacy
CVS Health/Morning Consult survey reveals most pharmacy teams and consumers say more care and services can and should be provided in community pharmacy.
Deloitte: Holiday shoppers expected to increase spending
Amid higher prices, consumers prioritize experiences and value to celebrate the season.
Walgreens to close 1,200 stores over next 3 years
Walgreens Boots Alliance announced the closings as part of its earnings report for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, which ended August 31. The company posted sales and profits that beat Wall Street's expectations.
Excellence in Rx: Hjelmstad offers data-driven, personalized care
Hjelmstad says that one of the values at Thrifty White Pharmacy is being patient-centered.
CVS Health discontinuing Coram infusion services
Company also plans to either close or sell 29 related regional pharmacies in the coming months.
FMI: Private brands take hold
Perceptions around private brands have changed; they are no longer seen merely as generics or national brand equivalents, Doug Baker, vice president, industry relations at FMI, said in releasing the report, titled “The Power of Private Brands 2024.”
Future of Commerce 2030 delves into where CPG is headed
According to Ed Morgan, president of The Emerson Group, the new series will explore the future of the retail and consumer packaged goods industries with a focus on challenging norms and driving success.
Excellence in Rx: Ensuring patient safety is gratifying for Isakharian
Isakharian notes that CVS Pharmacy has implemented many technological enhancements in recent years to help make pharmacists’ jobs easier.