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NACDS Hails Four Arkansas Laws Enhancing Patient Access to Critical Pharmacist-Provided Services New laws permit Arkansas pharmacists the ability to test and treat health conditions; prescribe and administer vaccinations to individuals three and up; initiate therapy and dispense oral contraceptives
New laws permit Arkansas pharmacists the ability to test and treat health conditions; prescribe and administer vaccinations to individuals three and up; initiate therapy and dispense oral contraceptives.
April 13, 2021

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NACDS Teams Up with National Forum, African American Mayors Association to Encourage COVID Vaccines Across All Communities New collaboration builds on prior flu-focused initiative; features mayors from cities and towns across the country, urging COVID-19 vaccines when eligible and available
New collaboration builds on prior flu-focused initiative; features mayors from cities and towns across the country, urging COVID-19 vaccines when eligible and available.
April 8, 2021

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New NACDS Ad Focuses on COVID-19 Vaccine Confidence and Equity NACDS releases COVID-vaccination video ad on the heels of President Biden’s announcement more than doubling the number of pharmacies in the federal program to include nearly 40,000 stores
NACDS releases COVID-vaccination video ad on the heels of President Biden’s announcement more than doubling the number of pharmacies in the federal program to include nearly 40,000 stores.
March 31, 2021

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Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb and Presidential Historian, Author Jon Meacham to Address 2021 NACDS Annual Meeting Virtual event to feature noted experts, NACDS leadership; will offer key opportunities for essential top-to-top meetings between companies, foster discussion and insight into strategic planning among business partners
Virtual event to feature noted experts, NACDS leadership; will offer key opportunities for essential top-to-top meetings between companies, foster discussion and insight into strategic planning among business partners.
March 31, 2021

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NACDS Lauds Introduction of Legislation to Protect Consumers, Promote Transparency, Accountability of E-Commerce Marketplaces INFORM Consumers Act will crack down on organized retail crime, promote safety of customers and retailers
INFORM Consumers Act will crack down on organized retail crime, promote safety of customers and retailers.
March 30, 2021

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NACDS Praises President Biden’s COVID-19 Vaccine Announcement: More Than Doubling the Number of Pharmacies from 17,000 to Nearly 40,000 to Get Shots to Arms
NACDS President and CEO Steven C. Anderson issued the following statement today.
March 29, 2021

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ICYMI: Congressional Hispanic Caucus Meets with NACDS Member Pharmacies on COVID Vaccine Equity
On Wednesday, March 24, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) COVID-19 task force met with NACDS member pharmacies.
March 29, 2021

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NACDS RxIMPACT Announces Grassroots Awards During 2021 Virtual Program
March 16, 2021

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NACDS, Member Pharmacies Unite with Diverse, All-Female School to Prepare Students for Profession in Community Pharmacy NACDS and member companies remain committed to pursuing initiatives which cultivate a culture of inclusiveness, diversity, equity, awareness and excellence; partner with Elizabeth Seton High School to strengthen the pipeline for diverse, skilled professionals to enter the pharmacy workforce
NACDS and member companies remain committed to pursuing initiatives which cultivate a culture of inclusiveness, diversity, equity, awareness and excellence; partner with Elizabeth Seton High School to strengthen the pipeline for diverse, skilled professionals to enter the pharmacy workforce.
March 12, 2021

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NACDS and the California Retailers Association Urge California to Allow Increase in Pharmacy Technician-to-Pharmacist Ratio NACDS & CRA urge California Gov. Gavin Newsom to waive statute restricting efficient, equitable COVID vaccine program in the state; ensure Californians’ health and wellness needs are maintained throughout the pandemic
NACDS & CRA urge California Gov. Gavin Newsom to waive statute restricting efficient, equitable COVID vaccine program in the state; ensure Californians’ health and wellness needs are maintained throughout the pandemic.
March 3, 2021

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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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