Associations

After 22 years at NACDS, Don Bell is retiring from his role as senior vice president of health policy and general counsel.

The Department of Health and Human Services has authorized qualified pharmacy technicians and state-authorized pharmacy interns to administer childhood vaccines, COVID-19 vaccines when made available, and COVID-19 tests.

More than 8,000 Higi stations will display NACDS messaging that encourages them to talk to their pharmacist about the flu vaccine.

Pharmacy Quality Solutions CEO Jeff Newell is retiring at the end of May in 2021.

The organization handed out several awards, including its lifetime achievement award and others recognizing independent pharmacists who stand out in the profession.

Retail sales in September rose 1.3% from August and were up 12% year-over-year, according to the National Retail Federation.

Tabula Rasa and the American Pharmacists Association are rolling out a campaign to educate consumers on medication safety, the risks of adverse drug events and the essential role the pharmacist can play on the patient care team.

The National Pharmacy Technician Association is offering advanced training programs in five specialty areas for pharmacy technicians, all of which are recognized by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.