NACDS Foundation launches pharmacy-based “Food Is Medicine” pilot
The pilot will assess program feasibility, patient nutrition security, clinical outcomes like A1c and blood pressure, and sustainability with health plan partners.
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NACDS applauds Senate action to ensure seniors on Medicare have access to certain state-approved pharmacist services
Bipartisan bill stands to enhance healthcare delivery for seniors nationwide, especially those in communities where provider shortages persist.
RealClearPolitics’ Carl Cannon Slated for NACDS-PAC Event at 2025 Total Store Expo
Cannon brings more than forty years of journalistic excellence to the stage, having reported on every presidential campaign and major political convention since 1984.
NACDS hails introduction of Pharmacy Benefit Manager Reform Act of 2025
The bill establishes transparency requirements, bans spread pricing, ensures fair reimbursement for pharmacies, and addresses anti-competitive practices that have driven up drug costs and limited patient choice.
Futurist Peter Diamandis to deliver keynote at NACDS Total Store Expo 2025
Diamandis has launched the Ansari X PRIZE, sparking the private spaceflight industry, and founded over 25 companies in health tech, space, venture capital, and education.
The CPG Guys: Health and wellness with Walmart’s Kevin Host
Kevin Host is the SVP of Pharmacy at Walmart.
NACDS urges a strategic tariff plan to ensure medication access
NACDS supports the Administration’s goals of strengthening domestic pharmaceutical manufacturing but emphasizes the need for a phased, targeted approach.
NACDS Foundation welcomes new members to its board of directors
Directors from Unilever, Kroger Health, Inmar Intelligence, Haleon, Colgate-Palmolive, and Walmart will support the Foundation’s ongoing focus on research and education.
NACDS welcomes introduction of H.R. 3164 to expand pharmacist services for medicare beneficiaries
Bipartisan bill positions pharmacies as vital healthcare access points for seniors, driving solutions for healthier communities.
Incoming NACDS chair Rick Gates talks unity and progress at NACDS Annual Meeting
Gates delivered a message rooted in pharmacy's proud history and future promise, emphasizing the urgent need for the industry to speak and act with one voice.
NACDS Foundation awards over $245,000 for scholarships and grants in 2025
Since 1995, the NACDS Foundation has awarded over $5 million in scholarships.
NACDS elects 2025-2026 officers, welcomes new and returning members to NACDS board
NACDS board and officers help to fuel NACDS’ innovative and proactive approach.
NACDS issues statement on Seniors’ Access to Critical Medications Act
“In its current form, this bill would undermine the pro-patient benefits of the pharmacist’s role in medication dispensing.”
Q&A: WBA’s Gates discusses taking the reins as NACDS chairman
"As chair of NACDS, I will be focused on working with industry leaders to strengthen pharmacy’s role as the front door to health care."