April 3, 2017 by Brian Bossetta
Christopher Bodine, CVS Caremark, Fred's, Mike Bloom, Peter Bocian, Safeway, Thomas Tashjian
2017, Issue 04-03-2017, Issues, News
MEMPHIS — Fred’s Inc. recently announced three new members — industry veterans Christopher Bodine, Peter Bocian and Mike Bloom — to its board of directors. At the same time, the company announced the retirement of Michael Hayes, John Eisenman and Jerry Shore from the board. During his 24-year tenure at CVS Caremark Corp., Bodine held
April 3, 2017 by Brian Bossetta
drug abuse, Fruth Pharmacy, Joe Manchin, Lynne Fruth, Nexafed
2017, Issue 04-03-2017, Issues, News
POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — Drug abuse, including the abuse of prescription painkillers, has reached epidemic proportions in the U.S., and no state has been hit harder than West Virginia. Fruth Pharmacy, according to company chairman and president Lynne Fruth, is trying to make a difference in the lives of those in its communities who are
April 3, 2017 by Brian Bossetta
Fruth Pharmacy, Jack Fruth, Lynne Fruth
2017, Issue 04-03-2017, Issues, News
POINT PLEASANT, W.Va — West Virginia is a better place to live today because of Jack Fruth, says Lynne Fruth, president and chairman of Fruth Pharmacy, the company Jack Fruth, her father, founded in 1952. Fruth says her father believed in paying success forward by making a positive impact on the community, and that philosophy
March 13, 2017 by Brian Bossetta
#MyRexallPharmacist, Mary Kelly, Rexall
2017, Issue 03-13-2017, Issues, News
TORONTO — To mark Pharmacist Awareness Month, Rexall is launching its third annual #MyRexallPharmacist campaign. Beginning March 1 and continuing through the month, Canadians are invited to share a positive experience with their Rexall pharmacist on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using #MyRexallPharmacist or by visiting myrexallpharmacist.ca. By sharing their story, Canadians will have a chance
February 27, 2017 by Brian Bossetta
Cathy Magistrelli, Chris Skyers, Wakefern Food Corp.
2017, Issue 02-27-2017, Issues, News
KEASBEY, N.J. — There has been significant movement within the executive ranks at one of the largest retailer-owned cooperatives in the United States. On the heels of promoting Chris Skyers to vice president of corporate merchandising, Wakefern Food Corp. has now tapped Cathy Magistrelli as vice president of health and beauty care. Magistrelli joined Wakefern
February 6, 2017 by Brian Bossetta
Accenture, Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, Harris Poll, in-store clinics, Maureen Sullivan, Nielsen, retail clinic growth, retail health clinics
2017, Issue 02-06-2017, Issues, Leading Headlines, News
NEW YORK — Findings from a pair of studies reveal positive trends for retail health clinics. A recent Harris Poll for Nielsen on patients visiting in-store clinics might hold vital information for retailers focusing on health and wellness, and a study conducted by the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) found retail health clinic visits
January 16, 2017 by Brian Bossetta
Affordable Care Act, NACDS, National Association of Chain Drug Stores, National Governors Association, Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act, pharmacy patient care, Trump administration
2017, Issue 01-16-2017, Issues, News
ARLINGTON, Va. — The National Association of Chain Drug Stores has sent a letter to the governors of all 50 states urging pharmacy patient care as a top priority in any changes to health care policy in 2017 and beyond. The most recent letter continues NACDS’ pro-patient, pro-pharmacy drumbeat to federal and state government decision
January 6, 2017 by Brian Bossetta
Affiliated Associated Drug Stores, CDMA, Chain Drug Marketing Association, Chain Drug Review, Jim Devine, John Devine, Lifetime Achievement Award, Quality Choice
2017, Issue 01-02-2017, Issues, Leading Headlines, Retail News
NOVI, Mich. — After 26 years as an integral part of the Chain Drug Marketing Association (CDMA) and a lifetime in the chain drug industry, Jim Devine is hanging up his cleats, though he won’t be completely out of the game. Devine stepped down January 1 as CDMA president, but he plans to remain with
January 2, 2017 by Brian Bossetta
CVS Health, diabetes care, pharmacy benefit management, Transform Diabetes Care, Troy Brennan
2017, Issue 01-02-2017, Issues, News
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — In its ongoing effort to combat diabetes, CVS Health has introduced Transform Diabetes Care, a new program available to help the company’s pharmacy benefit management clients improve the health outcomes of their members, lower pharmacy costs through aggressive trend management and decrease medical costs by improving medication adherence, A1c control and lifestyle
January 2, 2017 by Brian Bossetta
Brad Fluegel, retail clinics, Steven Altschuler, University of Miami Health System, Walgreens, Walgreens Healthcare Clinics
2017, Issue 01-02-2017, Issues, News
DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens and the University of Miami Health System have announced a collaboration focused on delivering coordinated clinical care and pharmacy excellence to patients across South Florida. As part of the agreement, UHealth — the University of Miami Health System, will manage and provide all clinical services at 17 Walgreens Healthcare Clinics insides
January 2, 2017 by Brian Bossetta
Amber Manko, federal government affairs, NACDS, National Association of Chain Drug Stores, Tom O'Donnell, William Tighe
2017, Issue 01-02-2017, Issues, News
ARLINGTON, Va. — The National Association of Chain Drug Stores has appointed William Tighe as vice president of federal government affairs and Amber Manko as director of federal government affairs. Tighe reports to Tom O’Donnell, NACDS’ senior vice president of government affairs and public policy. He began his new position with NACDS on December 12.
October 24, 2016 by Brian Bossetta
Clint Mahlman, LDExtras, London Drugs, loyalty program
2016, Issue 10-24-2016, Issues, News
RICHMOND, British Columbia — London Drugs has launched its first-ever loyalty program, called LDExtras. The Canadian drug chains said LDExtras is the “most tailored program in retail involving experiences and savings.” When customers visit London Drugs, whether in-store or online, they will begin capturing rewards from customized offers on products and services customers routinely purchase
October 10, 2016 by Brian Bossetta
DermatologistOnCall, Greg Orr, Harry Leider, skin care, teledermatology, Walgreens
2016, Issue 10-10-2016, Issues, News
DEERFIELD, Ill. — To help meet the growing need for skin care resources and accessible care and treatment, Walgreens has launched a new skin care answers platform, available through Walgreens.com and the Walgreens mobile app. The average wait time for patients looking to see a dermatologist in the U.S., according to Walgreens, is nearly 29
October 10, 2016 by Brian Bossetta
Justin Bates, Neighbourhood Pharmacies, Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada, Vivek Sood
2016, Issue 10-10-2016, Issues, News
TORONTO — The Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada (Neighbourhood Pharmacies) has appointed Justin Bates as its permanent chief executive officer. Speaking to the appointment, board chair Vivek Sood said: “I am very pleased to announce Justin’s appointment as permanent CEO. The board is confident that, under his leadership, we will succeed in increasing member engagement,