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This legislation is good for you and your patients because it protects taxpayers by blocking spread pricing by health insurer PBMs in Medicaid. (ncpa.org)
In addition to the Drug Price Transparency in Medicaid Act , NCPA members were there in support of the Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Act , driving transparency for employers and plan sponsors and holding PBMs accountable for unfair and deceptive practices. (ncpa.org)
Transparency, fairness, and competition were also at the heart of my conversation on stage with Federal Trade Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya, who spoke about his interest in enforcing laws that are already on the books, like the Robinson-Patman Act, that were created to help balance tipped scales in the David versus Goliath business challenges community pharmacies face today with vertically integrated PBMs. (ncpa.org)
PCMA is the national association representing America's pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). (pcmanet.org)
With 2015 coming to a close, we wanted to provide a recap of the major updates impacting the pharmacy industry and what pharmaceutical manufacturers, pharmacy benefit managers ("PBMs"), and pharmacies might expect in 2016. (mintz.com)
Meanwhile, federal and state enforcement continued to focus on pharmaceutical manufacturers, PBMs, and pharmacies. (mintz.com)
We also saw the first biosimilar approval in 2015, significant updates to the 340B program, an increased focus on value-based purchasing, and additional state legislation focusing on PBMs. (mintz.com)
There was a significant wave of merger activity in the PBM and payor industry in 2015, with pharmacy chains acquiring PBMs and long term pharmacies , as well as mergers among some of the largest payors . (mintz.com)
It may also lead to more pressures from the pharmacy lobby for PBMs to disclose their rebate agreements with manufacturers and/or to share savings from those rebate agreements. (mintz.com)
Pharmacies should expect even greater oversight from PBMs in the coming year as a result these pricing issues. (mintz.com)
Pharmaceutical manufacturers, PBMs, and pharmacies continued to be a focus of enforcement activity in 2015. (mintz.com)
PBMs - After a spike in pharmacy reimbursement rates to start the new year off, legislators have pressed hard to further regulate pharmacy benefit managers, also known as PBMs. (talkbusiness.net)
By developing a consolidated solution for drug management across both benefit types, Myndshft bridges long-standing gaps, enabling seamless data exchange and integrity between providers, PBMs, pharmacies and payers," notes Ron Wince, founder and CEO of Myndshft. (nexisnewswire.com)

VANCOUVER, BC, May 31, 2023 - ELSE NUTRITION HOLDINGS INC. ( BABY ) ( BABYF ) ( 0YL.F ) ("Else" or the "Company"), announces that it has expanded its distribution in the Canadian market (including Quebec) with Canada's largest pharmacy, on the shelf at over 900 locations across 11 provinces and territories. (ipsnews.net)
As of May 2023, 27 states have made permanent changes to pharmacy laws and regs. (drugstorenews.com)
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ELSE NUTRITION HOLDINGS INC. ( BABY ) ( BABYF ) ( 0YL.F ) ("Else" or the "Company"), is proud to announce that its best-selling Else Baby Super Cereal and Else Toddler Organic products are now available at over 7,000 locations of the nation's largest pharmacy chain. (ridgwayrecord.com)
MESA, AZ - September 27, 2023 - Myndshft Technologies, Inc. , a pioneer in real-time medical benefits and automated prior authorization technology, proudly announces the launch of its revolutionary software platform for managing specialty medications under both medical and pharmacy benefits-the first of its kind in the industry. (nexisnewswire.com)

According to a poster abstract presented at the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition, specialty pharmacy services were used for a variety of conditions that have been reported in adult populations. (drugtopics.com)
We look forward to welcoming the Marley specialty pharmacy team and dedicated customers and physicians. (epicos.com)

Pharmacies are also instituting requirements, most notably Walmart, one of the nation's largest pharmacy chains, which announced that it will require EPCS in all of its pharmacies beginning on January 1, 2020. (imprivata.com)
We are thrilled that the nation's largest pharmacy chain is expanding the availability of Toddler Organic and Super Cereal to more locations. (ridgwayrecord.com)
This partnership with the nation's largest pharmacy chain reinforces the retailer's commitment to offering customers high-quality, healthy products that are plant-based, minimally processed and offer complete and balanced nutrition. (ridgwayrecord.com)

What does the future hold for pharmacists and pharmacy technology? (surescripts.com)
What better way to celebrate pharmacists than to ask one where he believes pharmacy is heading? (surescripts.com)
But the end of the pandemic has not meant the end of the increased scope of practice, driven by the ongoing need and desire for these services, and many states have introduced legislation to support pharmacists' increased scope of practice. (surescripts.com)
As pharmacy technology gets more autonomous, experienced pharmacy techs can take more work off pharmacists' plates. (surescripts.com)
And as the role of pharmacy technicians shifts, this will help to shift the role of pharmacists toward deeper clinical interaction. (surescripts.com)
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores and the National Community Pharmacists Association have been fighting it, but eventually the rules in the AMP legislation will go through,' Long said. (drugtopics.com)
The Ohio Pharmacists Association (OPA) announced that Brenda Barnes, PharmD, MS of Mason, Ohio, is a 2022 recipient of an UNDER 40 Award in recognition of her leadership, excellence, and vision in the practice of pharmacy. (associationdatabase.com)
The public health crisis has also shined a critical light on the essential role of pharmacy practitioners, and helped to give way to some strong advocacy momentum as we work at the state and federal level to increase recognition of pharmacists as patient care providers. (ashp.org)
The legislation would give millions of Medicare patients in medically underserved communities access to critically needed primary healthcare services delivered by pharmacists, and recognize pharmacists as providers in the Medicare program. (ashp.org)
Introduced by Rep. G.K. Butterfield (D-NC) and Rep. David McKinley (R-WV), the bipartisan legislation would enable pharmacists to deliver Medicare Part B services that are already authorized by their respective state laws. (ashp.org)
Most recently, Utah amended its pharmacy practice act to allow pharmacists to independently prescribe certain drugs and devices and allow the state to establish rules permitting pharmacists to prescribe non-controlled substances within the scope of the pharmacist's training. (ashp.org)
Kentucky is one such example of a state that just last month signed a bill into legislation that will require insurers to compensate pharmacists for clinical services within their scope of practice, paving the way for many more patients to be able to access critical services from pharmacy practitioners who are often the most accessible healthcare providers for patients. (ashp.org)
Several rural pharmacists testified during a Senate Majority Policy Committee workshop discussion that the reimbursement rates they received were lower than the cost of the drug in some cases, forcing the pharmacy to operate in the red. (senatorbaker.com)
The round table was convened to address key questions relating to the fact that pharmacists are increasingly becoming flu vaccine administrators globally, the perceived challenges they may face and how they can overcome these moving forward. (ifpma.org)

Regulations guiding pharmacies will follow in 2020, Meagher said. (yukon-news.com)

We look forward to working with Congress and the Biden Administration to repeal the rebate rule so that we can move forward on pro-patient, necessary policies to help lower prescription drug costs. (pcmanet.org)
While it is unlikely that this debate will lead to new federal legislation in the Republican majority Congress, the current scrutiny may result in drug manufacturers self-regulating price increases going forward. (mintz.com)
In the United States, legislation-the Online Pharmacy Safety Act-which would improve the safety of American consumers is pending in Congress and we applaud efforts to achieve similar goals around the world. (theglobalipcenter.com)
Today, I'm pleased to announce that provider status legislation that ASHP has long supported, the Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Area Enhancement Act, was reintroduced in Congress. (ashp.org)
This database is one step forward in that effort, but we also need Congress to act. (medscape.com)

The consumer survey is yet another tool for community pharmacies to use to point out why pharmacy payment reform is needed pronto! (ncpa.org)
Community Pharmacy England launches a new influencing campaign to build wider political support for community pharmacies and ensure that MPs and Peers across Parliament understand the risks to pharmacy services that the current pressures on the sector are causing. (cpe.org.uk)

In recent years, many rural pharmacies endured severe cuts to reimbursement rates from pharmacy benefit managers. (senatorbaker.com)

The package contains a suite of proposals from Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, Assistant Senate Majority Leader Eloise Vitelli, D-Arrowsic, and Senator Heather Sanborn, D-Portland, that would allow the wholesale importation of prescription medicine, create a prescription drug affordability board, increase drug price transparency and better regulate pharmacy benefit managers. (mainesenate.org)

Washington, D.C.) - Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) President and CEO JC Scott issued the following statement on the Senate's passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework legislation: "We are encouraged that there is bipartisan support for repealing the Medicare rebate rule, which if allowed to take effect will drastically increase premiums for seniors and other Medicare Part D beneficiaries. (pcmanet.org)
The time has come for a bipartisan, bicameral discussion about whether the two chambers can reach an agreement on legislation that would lower Americans' drug prices and can be signed into law. (senate.gov)
The program created through legislation supported by a bipartisan group of lawmakers during the last legislative session and signed into law by Gov. Jared Polis, has the potential to reach more than 4,000 students. (northdenvernews.com)

Prior to the fiscal session, a number of matters that warranted immediate action by the legislature were brought to my attention, including issues such as highway funding and pharmacy benefit manager oversight legislation," Hutchinson said. (talkbusiness.net)

This draft legislation establishes a uniform, national drug traceability system that improves the security and safety of our pharmaceutical supply chain for consumers. (senate.gov)
The scope of a traceability system typically depends on the legislation that authorizes such a system. (who.int)

2. Many health system leaders think pharmacy is too complex to integrate into their supply chain, but Parkview Health made it a reality. (beckershospitalreview.com)
We continuously strengthened health legislation, and related laws and regulations were further improved. (who.int)
It is OPA's mission to unite the profession of pharmacy and encourage interprofessional relations, while promoting public health through education, discussion, and legislation. (associationdatabase.com)
The Care Forward Colorado Program will position the college to expand its health care programs and better meet the needs of communities in Las Animas and Huerfano counties and the San Luis Valley, college President Rhonda Epper said. (northdenvernews.com)
Senator Bernie Sanders proposed legislation which, among other provisions, would authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to negotiate drug prices with pharmaceutical companies. (mintz.com)
We also applaud the commitment of the G8 to promote public health and safety by cracking down on rogue internet pharmacy sites and combating counterfeit medical products. (theglobalipcenter.com)
A flurry of efforts to beef up the state's ability to cope with a bioterrorism attack followed, with legislation presented to Gov. Jeb Bush on Tuesday giving the state health secretary specific powers in a public health emergency such as smallpox. (educate-yourself.org)
Aetna offers a broad range of traditional, voluntary and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, group life and disability plans, and medical management capabilities, Medicaid health care management services, workers' compensation administrative services and health information technology products and services. (businesswire.com)
At the federal level, for example, we have worked with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to revise scope of pharmacy practice policies during this public health emergency. (ashp.org)
We look forward to continuing our strong advocacy efforts on expanding access to pharmacist care with the goal of improving patient health for all. (ashp.org)
Under the legislation, the Pennsylvania Department of Health and local health agencies would be required to notify 911 centers of the address of any known positive case of a communicable, aerosolized and transmissible disease. (senatorbaker.com)
The bill prohibits a health plan or PBM from discriminating against a covered entity or contract pharmacy by paying a smaller dispensing fee less than other entities and prohibits the imposition of certain contract requirements on such covered entities, contract pharmacies and pharmacies that participate in the 340B program. (iarx.org)
The Senate also moved forward its health care plan , which largely mirrors the Governor's except it does not include contraceptive coverage. (iarx.org)
The new legislation will help us grow our association and focus on oral health advocacy. (tambent.com)
Independently owned, Marley was established in 2003 by Dr. David Marley, PharmD to offer accessible, cost effective and high-quality pharmacy services to employers and other health care consumers in North Carolina. (epicos.com)
Health policy experts, pharmaceutical industry sources, patient advocates and Congressional staffers told Reuters that insulin legislation faces significant obstacles. (metro.us)
CVS Health Corp, Cigna Corp, and UnitedHealth Group Inc are among the largest managers of pharmacy and health insurance benefits. (metro.us)
Community Pharmacy England negotiates the elements of the Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework (CPCF) with the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and NHS England. (cpe.org.uk)
Community Pharmacy England and the other community pharmacy national representative bodies, along with the four largest pharmacy chains in England, wrote to the Secretary of State for Health, Rt Hon Steve Barclay MP, warning that the sector needs urgent investment. (cpe.org.uk)
Community Pharmacy England co-hosts a Future of Pharmacy event in Westminster to highlight the significant contribution of pharmacies to the health of the nation and their potential to do more to address ongoing healthcare challenges. (cpe.org.uk)
and curtail freedoms for pharmacies and health care providers not wanting to participate in the taking of innocent human life. (catholicsun.org)

As an independent senator, Bourke was initially unable to gather enough support to advance legislation, and devoted most of her time in the Seanad to proposing motions on matters she considered important, most of which were never discussed by the chamber. (wikipedia.org)
The first draft legislation Robinson put to the floor in early 1971, with support from John Horgan and Trevor West, was to legalise the sale of contraception in Ireland. (wikipedia.org)
In addition, we support enhanced e-labeling that increases patient safety by modernizing the information exchange between pharmacies and manufacturers. (pharmacytimes.com)
In the 2010s following a growing movement in support of legalizing cannabis for medical use, Poland has moved towards decriminalizing cannabis, with governments discussing several legislation variants, including one proposed by the Kukiz party, and other forms of support from parties such as Tw j Ruch. (mercycenters.org)
The Senate approved legislation this week that would support struggling rural pharmacies by improving pricing transparency for prescription drugs and ensuring these small businesses are reimbursed for the full cost of prescriptions for Medicaid patients. (senatorbaker.com)
IPA provided testimony in support of the legislation and has collaborated with relevant stakeholders to advance the bill. (iarx.org)
At the same time, SG passed legislation Tuesday in support of termination and the amendment of unclear policies in the Handbook of Operating Procedures. (thedailytexan.com)
The Democratic-backed legislation was once seen as likely to garner the support it needed because it sidestepped requiring drug companies to cut prices, which the pharmaceutical industry would have fought. (metro.us)

Additionally, 20 states have passed similar legislation , and many other legislatures are considering proposed EPCS mandates. (imprivata.com)
The legislation, which is in the labor code, also mandates that we have a pharmacy and therapeutics committee that will give us advice as to what is going on of evidence-based medicine, new drugs, how they are used. (claimsjournal.com)

This draft legislation reflects the work of Senators Bennet, Burr, and Alexander, along with my office, and I look forward to seeking further input as we move towards a final bill for introduction and Committee consideration. (senate.gov)
The HELP Committee expects to release draft legislation on compounding sometime next week. (senate.gov)
Community Pharmacy England Chief Executive Janet Morrison releases a video update for community pharmacy contractors following Community Pharmacy England's November Committee meeting. (cpe.org.uk)
I understand the division has a new pharmacy and therapeutics advisory committee that was established under a new law. (claimsjournal.com)
Can you tell us why this committee is needed and what do you see it doing going forward? (claimsjournal.com)

Another compounding pharmacy has recalled all of its drugs amid safety concerns, as legislation designed to address industry-wide problems has faced harsh criticism from consumer groups. (aboutlawsuits.com)
On May 18, the FDA announced a recall for all sterile drug products made by NuVision Pharmacy, a Dallas, Texas-based compounding pharmacy. (aboutlawsuits.com)
Compounding pharmacies are traditionally pharmacies that create custom-made drugs on a per-prescription basis for local patients who require drugs that cannot be obtained from a drug manufacturer. (aboutlawsuits.com)
Late last month, new legislation was proposed that would create a new class of drug maker called compounding manufacturers. (aboutlawsuits.com)
This scheme represents an unacceptable step backward from the strict standards currently required for all drug manufacturers in the United States, and would result in the further growth of substandard - and what is currently illegal - drug manufacturing that has been allowed to thrive under the guise of pharmacy compounding. (aboutlawsuits.com)
Instead, Public Citizen called for legislation that would clearly define drug manufacturers and compounding pharmacies and give the FDA the funding and authority it needs to enforce existing laws. (aboutlawsuits.com)
This legislation does not deal with safety issues at compounding pharmacies. (senate.gov)

This draft legislation will help us improve the safety and security of our medicines, by tracking them from the instant they're manufactured to the moment you pick them up at the local drugstore. (senate.gov)

In India, a freight forwarder can invest 100 percent without any restriction. (lankabusinessonline.com)
The Care Forward Colorado Program will invest $26 million of federal COVID stimulus funding into the program for two years, guaranteeing free schooling for students interested in becoming certified nursing assistants, emergency medical technicians, pharmacy technicians, phlebotomy technicians, medical assistants or dental assistants. (northdenvernews.com)

Now that the bill has passed the House, GPhA looks forward to continued collaborative efforts with lawmakers to pass legislation that improves identifying information for medicines on the market, bolsters the ability of regulators to detect counterfeiters, and makes needed product recalls or returns more timely and efficient. (pharmacytimes.com)
A medicines regulatory authority should have a national medicines policy and related legislation as well as norms, guidelines, procedures and adequate financial and human resources. (who.int)
This document reviews the current status of MRAs, the regulation of medicines including vaccines and narcotic medicines, and proposes the way forward to enhance the performance of MRAs in the African region. (who.int)
The survey outcome shows that of the 38 countries that filled the questionnaire, 66% have MRAs represented by the directorate of pharmacy, 34% have MRAs represented by an autonomous public agency, while medicines legislation in 37% of the countries is either ill-suited or non-existent. (who.int)
The aim was to identify gaps and inadequacies in pharmacy practice that might allow infiltration of counterfeit medicines in the legitimate medicine supply chain. (who.int)
However, most also lacked a clear perception of counterfeit medicines, an awareness of their danger to patients or the legislation to reduce them. (who.int)

Though not the first Irish politician to raise the issue, she was the first to attempt to introduce legislation on the matter. (wikipedia.org)

Manual tasks (phone calls, faxes and paperwork) have characterized so much of pharmacy practice. (surescripts.com)
IPA's Pharmacy Practice Act legislation has been introduced in both chambers as HSB 202 and SSB 1165 . (iarx.org)

More impediments we have to that in the form of legislation, rules and regulations, bureaucratic processors, lack of automation are going to kill that. (lankabusinessonline.com)
EPCS is becoming more important than ever for MEDITECH hospitals as regulations and requirements continue to expand across states and pharmacies," said Lee Howard, VP Client Services at Forward Advantage , a provider of innovative and cost-effective solutions for healthcare organizations and Certified Reseller & Implementor of Imprivata solutions. (imprivata.com)
These negotiations include reaching agreement on matters relating to pharmacy funding, regulations and services. (cpe.org.uk)
Adheres to current and emerging prior authorization regulations including gold carding, as well as state and federal policies and legislation. (nexisnewswire.com)

The U.S. will start shipping coronavirus vaccines to retail pharmacies next week, making the shot much more accessible to many around the country. (democracynow.org)

Political issues aside, it is also clear that the first signs of a cannabis infrastructure are beginning to appear around the country even before any legislation passes. (hightimes.com)
For example, three new cannabis pharmacies have also opened this month in and around Johannesburg-with an interesting telehealth twist. (hightimes.com)

Pharmacy technicians are crucial to the accessibility and continuity of healthcare. (drugstorenews.com)
The pandemic forced the U.S. to significantly expand emergency healthcare services as authorized by the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness (or PREP) Act, and this legislation recognized the skills and talents of the provider team. (drugstorenews.com)
New England College: Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSHA) The New England College online Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSHA) program was developed by business leaders and respected academia with the intention of offering a specialised degree for busy professionals who want to increase their present education and expertise within the Healthcare Administration discipline to remain forward in an more and more competitive market. (onlinefor-salepharmacy.com)
Healthcare providers, insurers, drug manufacturers, and pharmacies are plagued by the administrative complexities of drug management under disparate benefits. (nexisnewswire.com)
This announcement represents an exciting leap forward, not just for our organization, but for stakeholders across the healthcare spectrum," says Wince. (nexisnewswire.com)

When COVID-19 began, pharmacy technicians stepped forward. (drugstorenews.com)
Pharmacy technicians will maintain authorization to immunize patients as part of this extension, helping to ensure underserved communities continue to have access to vaccinations. (drugstorenews.com)
Understanding their necessary role as part of a pharmacy team, technicians actively seek opportunities to grow their skills, advance their careers and provide optimal patient care. (drugstorenews.com)
Technicians provide a valuable perspective of the pharmacy industry, which is why at least 14 states have included a tech to serve on their board of pharmacy since 2007 and several more states have added a technician seat in recent months. (drugstorenews.com)

A bill from Asst. Senate Majority Leader Vitelli - LD 1162, "An Act To Further Expand Drug Price Transparency" - would gather information related to the pricing of drugs all along the supply chain from manufacturers to wholesalers, pharmacy benefit managers and insurance companies. (mainesenate.org)

Some state boards of pharmacy had the authority to do this through rulemaking processes, while others had to work with state legislators to enact laws. (drugstorenews.com)

We look forward to further Senate action on this critical issue. (pharmacytimes.com)
The Senate approved legislation this week to ensure safe visitation and enhanced care for residents of long-term care facilities. (senatorbaker.com)

To do that, NCPA's priority legislation Drug Price Transparency in Medicaid Act, is a good step forward. (ncpa.org)
The powerful Myndshft platform supports comprehensive benefits investigations for drugs under medical or pharmacy benefits, real-time benefits checks at the point of care, and intelligent automated prior authorization , offering improved cost transparency and care access to combat treatment abandonment. (nexisnewswire.com)

Way Forward Hallock sees value added transshipment and logistics as a one aspect to turn Sri Lanka into a hub. (lankabusinessonline.com)

Community Pharmacy England's 2022 Pharmacy Advice Audit finds more than 1.2 million consultations a week - or 65 million a year - are now being carried out by community pharmacy teams in England. (cpe.org.uk)

Actual results may differ from the estimates, beliefs, and assumptions expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. (ipsnews.net)
Inherent in forward-looking statements are known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors beyond the Company's ability to predict or control that may cause the actual results, events or developments to be materially different from any future results, events or developments expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, and as such, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. (epicos.com)

Romesh David said changing the legislation is not going to open the door, but we should not have laws as barriers as ultimately cargo, like water, will take the path of least resistance. (lankabusinessonline.com)

Legislation was also approved this week to increase funding to the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund by approximately $11 million. (senatorbaker.com)
The legislation would ensure the information is provided to law enforcement officers, fire department personnel, emergency medical services personnel, medical examiners and coroners when they are called to carry out an essential job function at the address. (senatorbaker.com)
Some potential areas of regulation are licensing requirements for pharmacy owners or managers, physical space requirements for pharmacies, storage and handling of drugs and record keeping and transfer," said Odile Nelson, spokesperson with the Yukon Department of Community Services, in a written statement. (yukon-news.com)
Driving the business and all services forward. (chemistanddruggistjobs.co.uk)
The legislation states that non-degradable plastic bags will no longer be permitted for food packaging and delivery services. (radii.co)
Recognizing this, Myndshft committed to expanding its suite of services to encompass both medical and pharmacy needs. (nexisnewswire.com)

Organizers used the event as an educational opportunity to disseminate positive information about the plant as South Africa moves forward on reform . (hightimes.com)

State legislation is also being amended to ensure that patients have their care covered by insurers when they receive care from their pharmacist. (ashp.org)

The House passed a bill with Republican votes last year, while Mitch McConnell has yet to take one step towards moving drug pricing legislation forward. (senate.gov)
With this package of legislation, Maine is taking a major step forward in tackling this issue and standing up for Maine people. (mainesenate.org)
Today's introduction of legislation on this critical topic is just one step in that process. (ashp.org)
It's a step forward. (yukon-news.com)

This press release contains statements that may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. (ipsnews.net)
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. (businesswire.com)

WASHINGTON, DC (June 4, 2013) - The Generic Pharmaceutical Association (GPhA) commends the advancement of the Safeguarding America's Pharmaceuticals Act (H.R. 1919), legislation that takes important steps to improve the safety and security of the prescription drug supply chain. (pharmacytimes.com)
As for the impact on pharmacies, the drug pricing controversies have lead to recent disclosures by pharmaceutical manufacturers of certain captive pharmacy arrangements . (mintz.com)
PhRMA, the pharmaceutical industry trade group, has not taken a position on the legislation. (metro.us)

Forward-looking statements are typically identified by words such as "will" or similar expressions. (ipsnews.net)

The NuVision Pharmacy sterile drug recall came following a recent inspection that revealed poor sterile production practices, the agency reported. (aboutlawsuits.com)
The consumer watchdog group Public Citizen has indicated that the proposed legislation is nonsensical and a bad idea, indicating that it would create a class of drug manufacturers that would not have to meet current federal drug requirements. (aboutlawsuits.com)
Chairman Grassley and I have worked for over a year on a drug pricing bill that would end price gouging, lower consumers' costs at the pharmacy counter, and save taxpayer dollars. (senate.gov)
The American people have yet to see a bill supported by a majority of congressional Republicans that would save taxpayer dollars and lower consumers' drug costs at the pharmacy counter. (senate.gov)
From multiple high-profile mergers changing the PBM landscape, to the recent controversy over drug pricing, the pharmacy industry was in the national spotlight for much of 2015. (mintz.com)
As the drug becomes normalized into medical channels here (namely pharmacies) it will be interesting to see how the clubs survive if not morph. (hightimes.com)
A woman gets a consultation from a pharmacist at a Shoppers Drug Mart pharmacy in Whitehorse on May 28. (yukon-news.com)

The essential medicine system was pushed forward in a stable manner and the reform of public hospitals made active progress. (who.int)

The company disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. (ipsnews.net)

who has been investigating the links between patient advocates and opioid manufacturers and is considering legislation to track funding. (medscape.com)

Don Arthur, RPh, discusses what lays ahead in independent pharmacy, from clinical care to success stories. (drugtopics.com)

Forward-looking statements in this press release include statements with respect to the anticipated dates for filing the company's financial disclosure documents. (ipsnews.net)

These forward-looking statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond Aetna's control. (businesswire.com)

Westcliff Pharmacy, located in the beautiful Dorset, is seeking pharmacy manager or an ambitious pharmacist ( newly qualified considered ) to join our team! (chemistanddruggistjobs.co.uk)

Forward-looking statements made in this press release assume, among others, the expectation that there will be no interruptions or supply chain failures as a result of COVID-19 and that the manufacturing, broker, and supply logistic agreement with the company does not terminate. (ipsnews.net)

Arizona was recently named the most pro-life state in the nation and it continues to move forward in this regard. (catholicsun.org)
This legislation seeks to ensure more competition in the state. (oldschoolmetalcraft.com)

Today's introduction of the provider status legislation comes at a time when the pharmacy profession has demonstrated immense leadership, resolve, and an active engagement in the fight against COVID-19. (ashp.org)

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