RECENT NEWS
An Invitation to the Future of Health and Pharmacy Policy in the Second Trump Administration
Register now for an Inauguration Day Zoom on political and policy dynamics of interest to NACDS members and collaborators.
NACDS Statement Calls on FTC to Continue to “Shine the Light” on Harmful Practices of PBM Middlemen
NACDS’ all-levels and all-branches of government approach to PBM reform prioritizes the enactment, implementation, enforcement, and oversight of reforms.
NACDS Launches Digital Campaign: “Health Starts Here in 2025”
Social media campaign comes as part of NACDS’ “Nourish My Health” Initiative.
NACDS Hails Momentum for PBM Reform at the State Level Heading into 2025
Arkansas and Massachusetts are the latest states to hold PBMs accountable, help preserve patient access to the medications right for them.
In 2024 alone, 24 states enacted 33 bills, leading to adoption of 74 policy changes that align with NACDS’ PBM reform and reimbursement priorities; more than 131 new state PBM reform laws were enacted from 2021-2023.
NACDS Foundation Announces 2024-2025 Faculty Scholars
Prestigious mentorship program provides pharmacy professors the opportunity to conduct research.
Pharmacies. The face of neighborhood healthcare.
Medication Resource
With their extensive education and training, pharmacists help patients obtain and use medications accurately, safely and effectively.New Services
Pharmacists provide vaccinations, health education, and disease state testing and management, in partnership with doctors and other professionals.It wasn’t until 2009 that all 50 states allowed pharmacists to give the flu vaccine. As of 2015, each state allows pharmacists to give at least three vaccines.
Trusted & Accessible
Pharmacists rank highly among the most trusted, approachable and accessible health professionals, and are especially valued by those in the greatest need.Affordability
Through effective treatment and prevention, pharmacists boost health and reduce costs – and also help patients navigate insurance and use generics.79% of registered voters say pharmacists are credible information sources on opportunities to save money.
Nine-in-ten Americans live within five miles of a pharmacy, and patients trust the care and advice that pharmacists provide. With experience on the front lines of accessible, quality and affordable healthcare, we’re eager to collaborate even more to improve health and wellness—and their delivery in neighborhoods across the nation.
NACDS Meetings Make Connections Happen
NACDS has designed its calendar of industry meetings and conferences to create an integrated approach to strategy and execution. Retailers and suppliers use the NACDS Regional Conference, the NACDS Annual Meeting and the NACDS Total Store Expo to set up their success throughout the entire store.
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