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NACDS Comments on Potential Pharmaceutical Tariffs
Association calls for phased, strategic action to strengthen U.S. pharmaceutical manufacturing while ensuring immediate safeguards for Americans’ access to necessary medications and trusted pharmacies.
May 7, 2025

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NACDS Foundation Welcomes New Members to its Board of Directors
Directors from Unilever, Kroger Health, Inmar Intelligence, Haleon, Colgate-Palmolive, and Walmart to support the Foundation’s ongoing focus on research and education.
May 6, 2025

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NACDS Commends Governor Youngkin, Virginia Lawmakers for Transformative Move to “Single PBM”
Save Our Pharmacies Act Delivers New Transparency and Access for Virginia Medicaid Patients.
May 5, 2025

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NACDS Hails Introduction of H.R. 3164 to Expand Pharmacist Services for Medicare Beneficiaries
Bipartisan bill positions pharmacies as vital healthcare access points for seniors, driving solutions for healthier communities.
May 5, 2025

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Jim Whitman Honored with NACDS’ Highest Distinction: Sheldon W. Fantle Lifetime Achievement Award
NACDS celebrates a legacy of dedication and leadership in chain pharmacy.
May 1, 2025

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Martin Otto Receives NACDS Sheldon W. Fantle Lifetime Achievement Award
Former H-E-B COO and NACDS Chair celebrated for visionary leadership and lasting impact on chain pharmacy industry.
April 29, 2025

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New NACDS Chair Rick Gates Champions Unity and Progress at NACDS Annual Meeting
Walgreens Senior Vice President and Chief Pharmacy Officer rallies industry to modernize, collaborate, and advocate with “one voice” for the future of pharmacy care.
April 29, 2025

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NACDS Foundation Awards More than $245,000 for Scholarships and Grants in 2025
Foundation celebrates 30 years and $5 million in support of pharmacy education.
April 29, 2025

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NACDS Elects 2025-2026 Officers, Welcomes New and Returning Members to NACDS Board of Directors
NACDS Board and officers help to fuel NACDS’ innovative and proactive approach.
April 28, 2025

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NACDS: Changes Needed to “Seniors’ Access to Critical Medications Act”
NACDS urges changes to adequately protect patients and pharmacies.
April 28, 2025

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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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