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November 7, 2011
NCPA to recognize medication adherence best practices with two new annual awards

The National Community Pharmacists Association on Monday announced the establishment of two awards that will be presented annually, beginning in 2012.

November 7, 2011
Pharmacy benefit manager PMSI extends partnership with Walgreens

PMSI on Friday confirmed its continued relationship with Walgreens to serve payers and injured workers through Walgreens nationwide network.

November 7, 2011
Who to follow

October sure was a busy month for news in the drug channel. It began in earnest on Oct. 1, the day CVS’ new president officially began his new job. Before the month was over, CVS’ chief merchant left to become president of Family Dollar, and his responsibilities would be carved up between three key executives.

November 4, 2011
Op-ed: CHPA, AMA call on Congress to repeal OTC Rx-only FSA provision

The Consumer Healthcare Products Association last week teamed up with the American Medical Association in a joint op-ed published in Roll Call that called for the repeal of the over-the-counter prescription requirement for flexible spending accounts.

November 3, 2011
Novo Nordisk donates $50,000 to Diabetes Hands Foundation

Novo Nordisk has donated $50,000 to an organization that raises awareness about diabetes and connects people living with it, the Danish drug maker said.

November 2, 2011
Wellpartner to fulfill OTC prescription orders for FSAStore.com

Wellpartner, a provider of pharmacy distribution services, on Monday announced that the company will fulfill over-the-counter prescription orders placed by FSAStore.com customers.

November 1, 2011
Health Mart unveils new line of private-label products

Health Mart on Tuesday officially unveiled its Health Mart brand, a new line of private-label, over-the-counter products that will help place the Health Mart banner in America's medicine cabinets.

November 1, 2011
Implus acquired by Trilantic Capital; foot care co. poised for growth

Trilantic Capital Partners, a global private equity firm, on Tuesday announced that it has partnered with management to acquire Implus, a leader in the footwear, outdoor and fitness accessories markets.

October 31, 2011
Obama issues executive order to address drug shortages

President Barack Obama issued an executive order Monday to address the growing problem of drug shortages.

October 28, 2011
Illinois Society for Advanced Practice Nursing honors Take Care Clinic NP Penny Strong

The Illinois Society for Advanced Practice Nursing has recognized Penny Strong, nurse practitioner at Walgreens' Take Care Clinic in River Forest, Ill., with its Marie Lindsey Spirit of Advanced Practice Nursing award during the Illinois Nurses Association biennial convention.

October 26, 2011
Heather Bresch promoted to CEO at Mylan

Generic drug maker Mylan's board of directors has approved a new management structure for the company, effective Jan. 1, 2012.

October 25, 2011
NCPA appoints new president

At its 113th annual convention and trade show exposition held earlier this month, the National Community Pharmacists Association named new officers and board members, including a new president.

October 21, 2011
Walgreens reveals merchandising changes, identifies new team

Walgreens announced a series of changes in its merchandising division following a realignment of the group, aimed at “better integrat[ing] with and accelerat[ing] our strategy to become America’s first choice for health and daily living,” Walgreens president of daily living products and solutions Joe Magnacca said late Friday in a statement to Drug Store News.

October 20, 2011
Bristol-Myers Squibb announces executive changes

Bristol-Myers Squibb announced changes to its senior management team, including the appointment of its U.S. pharmaceuticals president.

October 19, 2011
DSN guest moderates Congressional briefing

The Drug Store News Group editor Rob Eder moderated a special Congressional briefing hosted by the American Association of Homeopathic Pharmacists on Sept. 27 for U.S. House of Representatives staffers.


October 19, 2011
Getting personal

Industry experts say growth in the photo department will come from personalized products.

October 18, 2011
HDMA names six new directors; ABC's Neu appointed vice chair

The Healthcare Distribution Management Association on Tuesday named six new members to its board of directors.

October 14, 2011
Operation Shoebox recognizes ECRM for support of soldiers abroad

ECRM recently was recognized for its involvement with the nonprofit organization Operation Shoebox, a charity that delivers personal care items, food and stationery to soldiers stationed all around the world.

October 14, 2011
Target announces departure of Target.com president

Target announced that Steve Eastman, president of Target.com, left the retailer to pursue other opportunities. Eastman’s departure follows a late August relaunch of Target.com.

October 12, 2011
NEW elects five new board members

The Network of Executive Women has elected five new members at large to its board of directors.

October 11, 2011
Cosby ready to lead retail biz

As of Oct. 1, Mark Cosby officially stepped into the role of president of CVS/pharmacy. Cosby’s new stint at 1 CVS Dr. is a far cry from his prior role as president of Macy’s stores. But Cosby’s reputation as an innovator is bound to tie in nicely with the 
Woonsocket, R.I.-based trailblazer.


October 11, 2011
Inspiration Biopharmaceuticals appoints former Genzyme exec as CEO

A drug maker that focuses on treatments for hemophilia has named a new CEO.

October 11, 2011
Lilly announces senior management changes

Two senior leaders at Eli Lilly are retiring, the company said Tuesday.

October 11, 2011
MinuteClinic passes 10 million visits

CVS Caremark’s MinuteClinic continues to evolve and play a greater role in the U.S. healthcare system as evidenced by its expanding footprint, broadening scope of service and growing roster of strategic affiliations.


October 11, 2011
OTC Answers introduces pharmacist-friendly OTC recommendation tool

OTC Answers on Tuesday released its Self+Care Web-based application, a pharmacy-facing over-the-counter recommendation engine.

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