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NACDS Total Store Expo

The largest gathering of retailers and suppliers in health and wellness is happening in August.

Health & Wellness Innovation

Food Is Medicine advancement is one example of NACDS’ lean into the future.

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PBM Reform Now

Congress and the states need to act now to protect Americans, communities, and their pharmacies.

Featured Program:

Join fellow pharmacy and supplier advocates committed to articulating the value of pharmacy to federal and state policymakers.

Events

NACDS Total Store Expo

August 23 – 25, 2025

NACDS Foundation Dinner

August 23, 2025

NACDS Regional

January 18 – 20, 2026

NACDS Annual

April 18 – 21, 2026

Recent News

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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