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NACDS Invited to White House Event to Commemorate “Historic Action” on Opioid Abuse Epidemic
NACDS has been invited back to the White House for an event on Wednesday, October 24, that is titled “A Year of Historic Action to Combat the Opioid Crisis.” We also anticipate soon President Trump’s signing of the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act – which reflects aspects of all four of the policy topics recommended by NACDS to help address opioid abuse.
NACDS Members Respond to Hurricane Michael
NACDS member companies have been affected by Hurricane Michael and are working to meet the needs of the people affected by the storm, in collaboration with public health partners and emergency preparedness authorities.
At the White House’s Invitation, NACDS Participates in Bill Signing Ceremony for “Gag Clause” Prohibition NACDS applauds Trump Administration’s focus on reducing patients’ out-of-pocket prescription drug costs, and Congressional sponsors’ effectiveness in advancing legislation
NACDS applauded the Trump Administration’s focus on reducing patients’ out-of-pocket drug costs, and Congressional sponsors’ effectiveness in advancing the "gag clause" ban. NACDS noted that pharmacy is a long-standing and trusted partner in helping patients achieve prescription-drug affordability – which is essential for health and wellness.
Hurricane Michael Pharmacy Resources
Hurricane Michael made landfall in the Florida Panhandle Wednesday afternoon as the strongest hurricane on record to strike the region.
20th Annual NACDS Foundation Dinner to Feature Acclaimed Entertainer Colin Jost Saturday Night Live star to further energize evening dedicated to improving patient outcomes and public health
Attendees at the 20th NACDS Foundation Dinner will have an opportunity to mark the Foundation’s progress, to celebrate collaboration, and to experience the award-winning and nationally recognized brilliance of entertainer Colin Jost. The event will be held November 28, 2018, in New York City.
Pharmacy Tours Put Vital Pharmacy Issues at Forefront
Rep. Jared Huffman (D-CA) went behind the scenes during a recent Albertsons Companies pharmacy tour in Petaluma, Calif., as part of the NACDS RxIMPACT program.
U.S. Senate Passes NACDS Policy Recommendations in Opioid Bill Legislation headed to President’s desk bears pharmacists’ insights from front lines of care, reflects pharmacy’s commitment as part of the solution to abuse
Legislation headed to President’s desk bears pharmacists’ insights from front lines of care, reflects pharmacy’s commitment as part of the solution to abuse.
October Is American Pharmacists Month
Monday marked the first day of October and the start of American Pharmacists Month, a celebration in support of pharmacists around the country.
NACDS, American Public Health Association, CDC Foundation to Present Session on Health Equity, Social Determinants of Health Focus areas include expansion of diabetes and hypertension treatment, preventive health services including immunizations, and more
The forum will take place on Saturday, November 10, 2018, in advance of the APHA Annual Meeting and Expo. The session will build on topics explored in an article recently published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
NACDS Board of Directors Members Meet with Congress, Administration Topics include DIR fee reform, broader reimbursement issues, pharmacist provider status legislation, opioid-abuse prevention and more
This week, NACDS Board members met with key legislators and Administration officials on DIR fee reform, broader reimbursement issues, pharmacist provider status legislation, opioid-abuse prevention and other pivotal issues.