National Association of Chain Drug Stores

Patient Safety Key as NACDS and APhA Oppose Prescription Drug Importation Emphasize commitment to safer, more effective strategies to reduce drug prices and increase access to prescription medications

2019-02-12T17:13:56-04:00Jan-18-19|Categories: Press Release|Tags: , |

NACDS and the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) expressed concerns about the risks to patient health and the security of the prescription drug supply chain in opposing legislation that would allow for personal and commercial importation of prescription drugs outside of the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) oversight.

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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

2018-10-10T14:30:40-04:00Oct-10-18|Categories: Press Release|Tags: , , |

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.

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Op-Ed by NACDS, Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security Describes Pharmacy’s Role in Preventing Antibiotic Resistance Morning Consult publishes study’s findings on public health priorities

2017-11-17T08:08:22-04:00Nov-17-17|Categories: Press Release|Tags: , , , |

Morning Consult published an op-ed co-authored by Steven C. Anderson, IOM, CAE, president and CEO of NACDS, and Gigi Kwik Gronvall, PhD., senior associate at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security.

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National Association of Chain Drug Stores

NACDS represents traditional drug stores, supermarkets and mass merchants with pharmacies. Chains operate over 40,000 pharmacies, and NACDS’ over 80 chain member companies include regional chains, with a minimum of four stores, and national companies. Chains employ nearly 3 million individuals, including 157,000 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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