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.”
Pharmacy
2025 NACDS Annual: Leadership shows pharmacies’ commitment to health care innovation and advocacy for policy reform
Retailer-supplier collaboration positioned as central to NACDS value.
EmpiRx Health launches AllyRx
The first-ever national pharmacy care network explicitly built for pharmacy and grocery retailers.
Walgreens to close 500 locations this year
The restructuring efforts follow Walgreens' $10 billion acquisition by private equity firm Sycamore Partners earlier this month, which is known for acquiring struggling retail brands and has a track record of implementing cost-cutting measures.
CRN warns against vitamin A misuse for measles prevention
Research has not established vitamin A’s effectiveness in preventing measles infection.
CHPA praises Mississippi law against illegal PSE sales
“A well-supported NPLEx benefits everyone – it protects communities, promotes transparency, and maintains responsible access,” said CHPA's Carlos Gutierrez.
AARP partners with NACDS for Nourish My Health campaign
Nourish My Health reaches millions of Americans, particularly in regions with high rates of diet-related diseases.
FMI applauds reintroduction of bipartisan PBM reform act
In a statement, FMI highlighted the essential role of supermarket pharmacies and the damaging impact of PBM practices on pharmacy viability.
Senators join on bipartisan bill to curb PBM price abuse
The Protecting Pharmacies in Medicaid Act will require Medicaid’s payments to PBMs to be passed directly to pharmacies, excluding administrative fees.
Study shows how pharmacies can help fight substance abuse
The findings indicate that pharmacy-based screenings could effectively expand outreach efforts to those in need.
Quest Products acquires Beyond Health, owner of Doctor Butler’s
Beyond Health, P.A. specializes in over-the-counter solutions for hemorrhoid care, pregnancy and baby health, and healing and cleansing.
J.D. Power sees new challenges for traditional retail pharmacies
Mail order pharmacies climb in customer satisfaction
Amazon expands RxPass access to Prime members on Medicare
Amazon Pharmacy announced Tuesday that RxPass is now available to Prime members on Medicare, opening access to affordable medication to over 50 million more people.
Major new NACDS ad campaign: “Time Is Now” for PBM reform
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is making it unmistakable: pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform is must-pass legislation in the 118th Congress. The Association today launched a major new seven-figure national and local advertising campaign timed for this specific moment.
NACDS and American Diabetes Association to host nationwide health events
The #NourishMyHealth campaign is part of a commitment by NACDS to the September 28, 2022 White House Conference on Hunger,