RECENT NEWS
NACDS Backs Bill to Allow Purchase of OTC Drugs Using Health Savings Accounts
NACDS signed on to a letter supporting the Restoring Access to Medications Act, which would allow Americans to use the funds in their healthcare accounts to purchase over-the-counter (OTC) medications.
NACDS Members: Graphic, Dashboard for Use Morning Consult polling data available for advocacy
A poll of registered voters, conducted by Morning Consult and commissioned by NACDS, includes findings that can help make the case for direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fee relief, and for broader reimbursement issues.
NACDS Opinion Piece Urges Drug-Abuse Prevention Bill Sensitive to Chronic Pain Patients’ Needs The Hill publishes column on bill that would serve as a “safety” mechanism for the use of opioids in treating temporary, or acute, pain
The Hill publishes column on bill that would serve as a “safety” mechanism for the use of opioids in treating temporary, or acute, pain.
NACDS Praises Colorado E-prescribing Law to Help Prevent Opioid Abuse Sixty-four percent of Colorado voters support e-prescribing requirement as a fraud and abuse prevention strategy
Sixty-four percent of Colorado voters support e-prescribing requirement as a fraud and abuse prevention strategy.
Speakers to Bring Expert Insights to NACDS Annual
Former Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul Ryan (R-WI), Pulitzer Prize-winning author Doris Kearns Goodwin and Former Senator Jeff Flake (R-AZ) are set to speak at the 2019 NACDS Annual Meeting, April 27-30.
Pharmacies. The face of neighborhood healthcare.
Medication Resource
With their extensive education and training, pharmacists help patients obtain and use medications accurately, safely and effectively.New Services
Pharmacists provide vaccinations, health education, and disease state testing and management, in partnership with doctors and other professionals.It wasn’t until 2009 that all 50 states allowed pharmacists to give the flu vaccine. As of 2015, each state allows pharmacists to give at least three vaccines.
Trusted & Accessible
Pharmacists rank highly among the most trusted, approachable and accessible health professionals, and are especially valued by those in the greatest need.Affordability
Through effective treatment and prevention, pharmacists boost health and reduce costs – and also help patients navigate insurance and use generics.79% of registered voters say pharmacists are credible information sources on opportunities to save money.
Nine-in-ten Americans live within five miles of a pharmacy, and patients trust the care and advice that pharmacists provide. With experience on the front lines of accessible, quality and affordable healthcare, we’re eager to collaborate even more to improve health and wellness—and their delivery in neighborhoods across the nation.
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NACDS has designed its calendar of industry meetings and conferences to create an integrated approach to strategy and execution. Retailers and suppliers use the NACDS Regional Conference, the NACDS Annual Meeting and the NACDS Total Store Expo to set up their success throughout the entire store.
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