National Association of Chain Drug StoresPharmacies. The face of neighborhood healthcare.

Coronavirus and the Obstacles Facing Pharmacies and Patients

In an op-ed on Medium, NACDS emphasizes pharmacy's commitment to responding to public-health emergencies - and to the personal health and wellness needs of patients every day.

Published On: January 31, 202053 words0.4 min readCategories: ArticleTags: Preparedness

In an opinion piece published on Medium today, NACDS President & CEO Steven C. Anderson, IOM, CAE, affirms pharmacy’s commitment to helping the nation respond to emergencies. He also urges public policy changes necessary to assure this preparedness, and to preserve and advance pharmacy’s role in patients’ day-to-day health and wellness.

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NACDS represents traditional drug stores, supermarkets and mass merchants with pharmacies. Chains operate over 40,000 pharmacies, and NACDS’ member companies include regional chains, with a minimum of four stores, and national companies. Chains employ nearly 3 million individuals, including 155,000 pharmacists. They fill over 3 billion prescriptions yearly, and help patients use medicines correctly and safely, while offering innovative services that improve patient health and healthcare affordability. NACDS members also include more than 900 supplier partners and over 70 international members representing 21 countries.

National Association of Chain Drug StoresPharmacies. The face of neighborhood healthcare.

Coronavirus and the Obstacles Facing Pharmacies and Patients

In an op-ed on Medium, NACDS emphasizes pharmacy's commitment to responding to public-health emergencies - and to the personal health and wellness needs of patients every day.

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