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Ahead of the U.S. House Energy and Commerce subcommittee hearing on the pandemic’s lessons, NACDS is urging Congress to keep in mind the role pharmacies and pharmacists have played.

Twenty-four student pharmacists received the honor based on their academic accomplishments and leadership skills as demonstrated by their active involvement in the APhA Academy of Student Pharmacists.

Respondents gave pharmacies the highest ratings for ease of access among an array of healthcare destinations.

Honorees will be officially recognized at the APhA Annual Meeting and Exposition in San Antonio from March 18 to 21.

The “Striving Toward Health Equity in COVID-19 - The Role of Pharmacies in a National Response” initiative demonstrates the ways in which local pharmacies can be further leveraged to enhance equity for patients.

Robert Califf, a prominent cardiologist, served as FDA commissioner during President Barack Obama’s final year in office.

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores issued a statement on the role pharmacies can play in the rollout of COVID-19 antiviral drugs.

In his latest column, DSN editor and chief Nigel Maynard previews a panel of executives weighing in on where retail pharmacy stands, where it’s going, and how it must adapt and evolve to get there.