November 11, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
Cardinal Health, CDC, Victor Crawford
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
DUBLIN, Ohio — Cardinal Health has reached an agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to act as a network administrator in Phase 2 of the Federal Pharmacy Partnership Strategy for COVID-19, which will enable retail independent, small chains and long-term care pharmacy customers to participate in the vaccination effort. The COVID-19 vaccine
August 10, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
CDC, coronavirus (COVID-19), Diamond Wipes, Handy Clean Steridol Wipes
Supplier News, Uncategorized
CHINO, Calif. — Diamond Wipes announced on Monday that its HandyClean Steridol Wipes has demonstrated effectiveness against viruses similar to 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) on hard, non-porous surfaces, and can be used against 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) when used in accordance with the directions for use against norovirus on hard, non-porous surfaces. Refer to the
June 22, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
CDC, COVID-19 testing, Rite Aid
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy, Retail News
CAMP HILL, Pa. — Rite Aid further expanded its COVID-19 testing capabilities with five additional drive-through locations opening Monday, June 22, 2020, through its partnership with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Like Rite Aid’s existing testing sites, the new locations will utilize self-swab nasal tests overseen by Rite Aid pharmacists, and
June 22, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
CDC, COVID-19, Dr. Kevin Ban, immunizations, Walgreens
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy, Retail News
DEERFIELD, Ill.– Walgreens announced on Monday the company is resuming immunization services with additional safety measures in place for pharmacy team members and patients. The changes follow recently updated U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and come ahead of flu season, which health officials warn may coincide with a second wave of COVID-19.
February 28, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
CDC, coronavirus, COVID-19
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
ATLANTA — In order to get in front of the conronavirus (COVID-19), the CDC has issued guidance for businesses to plan for and respond to COVID-19 and recommends that they implement the following strategies immediately: Actively encourage sick employees to stay home: Employees who have symptoms of acute respiratory illness are recommended to stay home and
November 16, 2018 by Chain Drug Review
Bayer, CDC, CHPA, CVS, medication disposal, medication safety
Leading Headlines, Retail News
NEW YORK — CVS Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and Bayer Consumer Health + BrightGuard were the big winners Tuesday evening at the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) Educational Foundation at the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan. The CHPA’s annual gala celebrates the foundation’s mission of happier, healthier lives through responsible self-care and
August 25, 2018 by Chain Drug Review
2018-2109 flu season, CDC
Issue 08-27-2018
NEW YORK — Drug makers and health care professionals are gearing up for the 2018-2019 flu season, with much of the initial activity focused on raising vaccination rates. While anyone can get the flu, it can be particularly serious for young children, older people, pregnant women and people with certain health conditions, such as asthma,
May 14, 2018 by Chain Drug Review
CDC, Drug Take Back Day
Issue 05-14-2018
NEW YORK — By all accounts, opioid abuse in the U.S. has reached epidemic proportions. President Trump has declared the problem a “national health emergency,” with the White House stating the situation is likely to get worse before it gets better — a view shared by most, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
February 6, 2017 by Chain Drug Review
blood pressure kiosks, CDC, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Josh Sarkis, PharmaSmart, Using the Pharmacists’ Patient Care Process to Manage High Blood Pressure: A Resource Guide for Pharmacists
Pharmacy, Supplier News, Technology
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — PharmaSmart International reports that its blood pressure kiosks are in line with a recently released Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) resource guide for pharmacists. PharmaSmart said Monday that the CDC guide, titled “Using the Pharmacists’ Patient Care Process to Manage High Blood Pressure: A Resource Guide for Pharmacists,” urges pharmacists
January 10, 2017 by Chain Drug Review
Bartell Drugs, CDC, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Christina Ree, CVS Pharmacy, flu activity, flu outbreaks, flu shot, flu vaccines, Jay Inslee, Karen Mankowski, Meijer, Walgreens Flu Index
Pharmacy, Retail News
NEW YORK — Reports from pharmacy retailers indicate that flu activity has been on the rise. Supercenter chain Meijer Inc. said Monday that purchases of over-the-counter cold and flu remedies at its stores have climbed 30% in recent weeks. The sales increase, according to Meijer pharmacists, suggests a troubling trend: Many consumers may have passed
November 7, 2016 by Geoff Walden and Chain Drug Review
CDC, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Lyle Petersen, Miami-Dade County, Tom Frieden, Zika virus
2016, Issue 11-07-2016, Issues, News
MIAMI — The Zika virus is more prevalent than Florida health officials have reported, and pregnant women should consider postponing travel to Miami-Dade County, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said last month. Because of the local spread of the virus, the CDC also reinforced recommendations for measures to prevent exposure to Zika.
May 6, 2016 by Brian Bossetta and Chain Drug Review
CDC, CDC Foundation, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Judith Monroe, Kathleen Jaeger, NACDS Foundation, National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation, Tom Frieden, Zika virus
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy, Retail News
ARLINGTON, Va. — The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation is launching a radio and digital education initiative in Puerto Rico to address rising concerns over the Zika virus. Plans call for the NACDS Foundation to begin airing radio messages on May 9 to urge women to seek advice from doctors and pharmacists about
May 4, 2016 by Chain Drug Review
antibiotic overuse, antibiotic prescriptions, antibiotic use, CDC, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Lauri Hicks, Tom Frieden
Featured Articles, Leading Headlines, Pharmacy, Retail News
ATLANTA — Nearly a third of antibiotics prescribed in the United States aren’t necessary, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC study, done in collaboration with Pew Charitable Trusts and other public health and medical experts, examined antibiotic use in doctors’ offices and emergency departments nationwide and
March 16, 2016 by Chain Drug Review
American Pharmacists Association, APhA, CDC, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, chronic pain, Jenna Ventresca, opioid abuse, opioid therapy
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy, Retail News
WASHINGTON — The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) has voiced its support of final guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that aim to help prescribers improve the care and safety of patients being treated for chronic pain. APhA said late Tuesday that the CDC recommendations are directed at primary care clinicians who prescribe