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Leading Health Organizations and Chain Pharmacies Join Together in Public Education Campaign to Reduce Preventable, Diet-Related Diseases
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores, the American Cancer Society, the American Diabetes Association, the American Heart Association, and the Food is Medicine Institute at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University Launch “Nourish My Health” to Improve Nation’s Health
September 28, 2023

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NACDS Commends House Oversight and Accountability Committee for Continued Push to Stop ‘Pharmaceutical Benefit Manipulation’ by PBM Middlemen
Oversight hearing “will examine pricing tactics deployed by [PBMs] to enrich themselves at the expense of patients across the country”.
September 18, 2023

Read Time: 1.8 min.
Doctors, Media, Employers Fuel PBM Reform Push
Evidence of “pharmaceutical benefit manipulation” is piling up, as the push continues for comprehensive PBM reform at all levels and branches of government.
September 14, 2023

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In a Major Victory for Patient Access, WSPA, NACDS, NCPA Help Ensure Washington State Makes the Move to Cost-Based Dispensing Fees
Settlement reached with the State of Washington brings to an end Washington State’s flawed pharmacy reimbursement plan; offers hope for the ability of pharmacies to continue to meet patients’ needs in Washington State and across the nation
September 13, 2023

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Fruth Pharmacy Welcomes U.S. Sen. Manchin’s Staff
NACDS conveys appreciation and respect to Sen. Manchin’s staff and to the Fruth Pharmacy team for an impactful pharmacy visit.
September 11, 2023

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Chain Drug Review Keys on Industry’s Future Focus; Underscores Unrivaled Business and Networking Opportunities Offered at NACDS Conferences, Events
Two articles in the September 4 Chain Drug Review capture well the future-focused messaging and the unmatched business opportunities at the 2023 NACDS Total Store Expo. The event was held August 12-14 in San Diego, CA.
September 7, 2023

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CDC Acts on NACDS’ Concerns, Removes RSV Vax Barrier
NACDS thanks the membership for not only flagging these important issues for NACDS, but also for their direct outreach to build an amplified message to the government.
September 5, 2023

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Innovative Health & Wellness on Display at NACDS TSE
The NACDS Total Store Expo shined in sunny San Diego, CA, with a “total store, total person” approach to health and wellness.
August 29, 2023

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NACDS Praises FDA Move to Delay Enforcement of Certain DSCSA “Track and Trace” Requirements Until November 27, 2024
This delay is an acknowledgement of a much needed delay – advocated by NACDS, along with supply chain and other pharmacy partners – to address technical and operational issues that had the potential to create supply chain disruptions and adversely impact patients’ access to needed medications.
August 25, 2023

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Tenth Circuit Opinion in PCMA v. Mulready
In an unfortunate – and arguably errant – legal development, the United States Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday issued an unfavorable decision.
August 17, 2023

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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.

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