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NACDS president and chief executive officer Steven Anderson

NACDS salutes members’ heroism

NACDS salutes members’ heroism

It is difficult to believe that two weeks have passed since our last update to Chain Drug Review readers on NACDS’ engagement in COVID-19 ­response. Much has happened during those two weeks. One very, very important fact remains the same. With their dedication, NACDS member pharmacies and their pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and team members on

NACDS commends Fla. Gov. DeSantis on COVID-19 testing action

NACDS commends Fla. Gov. DeSantis on COVID-19 testing action

ARLINGTON, Va. — National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) president and CEO Steven Anderson, issued the following statement Friday on Florida Gov. DeSantis COVID-19 testing action: “Throughout this crisis, Gov. DeSantis has been one of the true leaders across the nation in helping to remove barriers so pharmacies and pharmacists can help to meet

Industry responds to COVID-19: NACDS

Industry responds to COVID-19: NACDS

Editor’s note: This is part of a series of articles on how retailers are responding to the COVID-19 crisis.  I appreciate the chance to report to the Chain Drug Review community on NACDS’ COVID-19 response. NACDS and CDR have much in common, including many of the retailer and supplier companies and team members whom we

NACDS says Virginians’ access to health services at pharmacies enhanced by new law

NACDS says Virginians’ access to health services at pharmacies enhanced by new law

WASHINGTON – With the enactment of a new law – House Bill 1506 – the Commonwealth of Virginia has enhanced access to convenient, affordable, and quality services at pharmacies, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) said Tuesday. The new law empowers pharmacists to provide contraceptives, epinephrine for allergic reactions, prenatal vitamins, dietary fluoride

National PSA on COVID-19 focuses on resolve of nation, pharmacies

National PSA on COVID-19 focuses on resolve of nation, pharmacies

ARLINGTON, VA. — NACDS is distributing through national cable networks a video – titled “Rise” – that has been classified as a national public service announcement (PSA). The PSA aligns the resolve of the nation and the resolve of pharmacy in confronting and overcoming COVID-19. The PSA reflects on challenges faced by America in the past,

New Indiana Law to enhance patients’ access to services at the pharmacy, NACDS notes

New Indiana Law to enhance patients’ access to services at the pharmacy, NACDS notes

INDIANAPOLIS – A new Indiana law – House Bill 1207 – will help patients benefit even more from their pharmacies – through ready access to a lifesaving drug and assuring pharmacists have more time for patient-care services by better utilizing pharmacy technicians. The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is lauding the bill’s enactment,

Pharmacies urge removal of more barriers to patient care now

Pharmacies urge removal of more barriers to patient care now

WASHINGTON — NACDS this week praised recommendations by the Trump Administration to state governors on how to empower healthcare professionals to meet Americans’ needs amid COVID-19. NACDS urged the Administration and the states to remove more barriers to assure pharmacies and pharmacists are fully ready for the escalating demands of the pandemic. In a letter to the

2020 NACDS Annual Meeting will not be held

2020 NACDS Annual Meeting will not be held

ARLINGTON, Va. — The National Association of Chain Drug Stores announced Monday that the 2020 Annual Meeting will not be held, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is the statement from NACDS president and chief executive officer Steven Anderson: An unwavering member focus defines NACDS and the NACDS Annual Meeting. As the COVID-19 situation evolved

NACDS Foundation Dinner raises nearly $1.9 million for health care initiatives

NACDS Foundation Dinner raises nearly $1.9 million for health care initiatives

NEW YORK – Supporters and attendees of the 21st National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation Annual Dinner raised nearly $1.9 million to advance the Foundation’s evidence-based research, educational programs and philanthropic initiatives. The event was held December 4 at the Sheraton New York Times Square hotel. As announced previously, the evening featured the

NACDS provides input on opioid abuse policies

NACDS provides input on opioid abuse policies

ARLINGTON, Va. — The pain management and opioid policies advanced by the National Association of Chain Drug Stores can help guide the federal government’s action plan to prevent and treat opioid addiction, according to the association, which recently conveyed this message to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). NACDS submitted comments to CMS

DEA Drug Take Back Day backed by NACDS

DEA Drug Take Back Day backed by NACDS

ARLINGTON, Va. – National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is a chance to help keep opioids out of the wrong hands and to raise awareness of other critical resources that help keep patients, families and communities safe, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) said Friday. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and its partners showcase this

NACDS commends Delaware’s e-prescribing law

NACDS commends Delaware’s e-prescribing law

ARLINGTON, Va. — NACDS Thursday praised Delaware’s enactment of HB 115, which requires podiatrists, dentists, doctors, nurses and optometrists who issue prescriptions to utilize electronic prescriptions except under certain exceptions. The measure is vital for helping to address the opioid-abuse epidemic by reducing fraud and abuse. Delaware Gov. John Carney (D) signed the bill today,

NACDS urges DIR fee reform in op-ed piece

NACDS urges DIR fee reform in op-ed piece

ARLINGTON, Va. – Morning Consult Friday published an opinion piece by the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) entitled “DIR Fee Reform: Lining Up Another Win for Patients on Drug Costs.” The op-ed emphasizes the threat of DIR (direct and indirect remuneration) fees and lays out the ways in which DIR fee reform will

Doris Kearns Goodwin to address NACDS Annual Meeting

Doris Kearns Goodwin to address NACDS Annual Meeting

ARLINGTON, Va. — World-renowned presidential historian, public speaker and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Doris Kearns Goodwin will share her highly captivating and widely applicable leadership insights with attendees at the 2019 National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Annual Meeting in Palm Beach, Fla. Goodwin will speak at the Business Program on Sunday, April 28. “Having

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