Drug Store News

05/08/2025

, CVS Health is joining more than 60 health care and technology companies supporting the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Health Tech Ecosystem initiative.

This effort, announced at a “Make Health Tech Great Again” event at the White House, is focused on laying the foundation for a next-generation digital health ecosystem.

05/08/2025

The pharmacy business ain’t what it used to be. COVID-19 had something to do with that, but the pressures on profitability are many and growing.

Pharmacy school applications have plummeted 65% over the last decade partly because of waning interest in the profession, high educational cost, evolving job roles and perceptions of the industry’s future.

For those who remain, stress levels are rising to the point where you hear whispers of “burnout.”

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05/08/2025

A few months ago, DSN headed up to the University of Maryland Pharmacy School to talk to students in various stages of their education.

Check out part 2 of the video series, in which the students discuss their fears, what excites them about becoming a pharmacist and where they hope to be in 10 years.

The four students told us about their fears, what excites them about becoming a pharmacist and where they hope to be in 10 years.

31/07/2025

In news, CVS Health shared that growth in CVS Pharmacy, among other factors, contributed to a strong quarter.

CVS Health reported second quarter total revenues increased to $98.9 billion, up 8.4% compared to the prior year period.

31/07/2025

Mane, the hair accessories and hot tools brand founded by Jen Atkin, recently introduced several new products to its portfolio.

The new launches include high-performance styling products and hair care and body fragrance mists. To learn more about the launches, our beauty editor spoke to Rachel Jonas Gilman, CEO of the brand.

Check out the full interview! ✨ 🔗 https://ow.ly/qMZz50Wxx9r

30/07/2025

DSN’s Retail Excellence Awards recognize manufacturers for beauty innovations.

This year’s winners include Milani, Obliphica and Pacific World, among others.

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30/07/2025

, Walmart is expanding its wellness assortment with brands like Nutrafol and Ritual to meet rising demand for whole body wellness and gut health.

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30/07/2025

At the 2025 Nourishing Change Conference held this spring in Cincinnati, 's chief commercial officer, Jim Kirby, emphasized the urgent need for retailers to reshape the future of healthcare.

Check out the full interview! 🎥

Speaking at the Nourishing Change Conference, Kirby called for bold industry collaboration to put patients first and redefine the healthcare model.

29/07/2025

: The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas Central Division has granted a preliminary injunction to stop the implementation of Act 624.

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Following a review of briefs and a hearing, the preliminary injunction was granted, barring Arkansas Act 624 from taking effect.

29/07/2025

In this latest video interview, DSN spoke with Kevin Host, senior vice president of pharmacy at Walmart about the opening of the retailer's largest pharmacy central fill site in Frederick, MD, and the importance of robotic technology in a centralized pharmacy environment.

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In this latest video interview, Kevin Host, senior vice president of pharmacy, at Walmart discusses the importance of robotic technology in a centralized pharmacy environment.

24/07/2025

At the Nourishing Change conference held in Cincinnati, Ohio, president Colleen Lindholz emphasized the urgent need for collaboration across industries to truly transform healthcare delivery in the U.S.

Check out the full video interview to find out more! 🎥

At the 2025 Nourishing Change conference, Lindholz called for cross-industry partnerships to reshape healthcare through the preventative power of food.

23/07/2025

, The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) announced the promotions of Mary Medawar and Andrew Klapmust.

Mary Medawar and Andrew Klapmust have been promoted to vice president positions within the Industry Affairs & Member Relations team.