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Get Ready for NACDS TSE–August 25-27
The NACDS Total Store Expo in Denver is fast approaching--August 25-27. Find out what you need to know before you go!
NACDS Applauds Massachusetts E-prescribing Law to Help Prevent Opioid Abuse Seventy-seven percent of Massachusetts voters support e-prescribing requirement as fraud-and-abuse-prevention strategy
Eleven states now have enacted an NACDS-backed mandate, including five that have enacted such legislation this year. Legislation is pending in four additional states. At the federal level, NACDS has endorsed the Every Prescription Conveyed Securely Act (H.R. 3528 and S. 2460).
Special Coverage: National Immunization Awareness Month
During the commemoration of National Immunization Awareness Month in August, NACDS will be promoting a host of story lines of importance to public health and to pharmacy’s role as the face of neighborhood healthcare.
NACDS Lauds Senate Panel’s Action on Bill to End “Gag Clauses” S. 2554, the Patient Right to Know Drug Prices Act, helps pharmacies help patients even more in reducing out-of-pocket prescription drug costs
The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee passed legislation by Sen. Sue Collins (R-ME) that would do away with efforts to prevent pharmacists from informing patients when a medication can be purchased at a lower price without using insurance.
Gen. Hayden to Bring Timely National Security Views to NACDS TSE
With international relations and cybersecurity issues top-of-mind, Gen. Michael Hayden, an expert on international relations and cybersecurity, will be a timely keynote speaker at the upcoming 2018 NACDS Total Store Expo.
NACDS RxIMPACT Builds House Support for Action on DIR Fees
NACDS RxIMPACT mobilized advocates urging members of the House of Representatives to request action by Secretary of Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar on DIR fee reform.
NACDS Addresses DIR Fees, Other “Access Agenda” Priorities in National Drug-Pricing Policy Discussion NACDS responds to request-for-information from HHS Secretary Azar for “Blueprint to Lower Drug Prices and Reduce Out-of-Pocket Costs”
NACDS has submitted comments to Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar in response to the agency’s request-for-information on drug-pricing public policy issues.
Effective Pharmacy Advocacy in Action
An extremely effective NACDS RxIMPACT pharmacy tour this week exemplifies the value of speaking directly to members of Congress and their staff members on critical issues facing pharmacy right now.
NACDS Touts Pharmacists’ Diabetes Management, Prevention Roles Morning Consult op-ed highlights CDC’s new diabetes guide for pharmacists, NACDS' community engagement report
An NACDS op-ed published by Morning Consult describes the role of community pharmacy practice and of NACDS members’ philanthropic initiatives in helping to prevent and manage diabetes.
NACDS Applauds Missouri Pro-Pharmacy Legislation to Help Prevent Opioid Abuse Seventy-two percent of Missouri voters support limiting the initial fill of certain opioid prescriptions to seven days
NACDS is recognizing the leadership of the Missouri Pharmacy Association, the Missouri Retailers Association, Missouri state legislators, Gov. Mike Parson (R) and bill sponsor Sen. David Sater (R) for the enactment of SB 826 in Missouri.