Pharmacy technician

Walgreens Eases Anxiety for Senior Shoppers with Monthly Seniors Day

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Mittwoch, April 26, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230426005115/en/
    Walgreens brand at-home COVID-19 tests provide an affordable option and are available with a deeper discount on Seniors Day.
  • To help create inclusive communities and unlock the joy of aging, Walgreens Seniors Day fosters an accessible, safe and supported environment.
  • At checkout, seniors should let a Walgreens team member know they are shopping with the Seniors Day discount for the savings to apply to their purchase.
  • Walgreens brand at-home COVID-19 tests provide an affordable option and are available with a deeper discount on Seniors Day.

Ultimate Medical Academy Celebrates Commencement for Thousands of Healthcare Student Graduates

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Montag, April 24, 2023

The event was live-streamed so UMA graduates, their friends and family members across the nation were able to join the celebration.

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  • The event was live-streamed so UMA graduates, their friends and family members across the nation were able to join the celebration.
  • “It was like opening the doors to an entirely different world when I entered the UMA Clearwater campus,” Geis shared.
  • Most work full-time to support their families while they attend school with the goal of a promising career in healthcare.
  • Although commencement marks the completion of a graduate’s academic instruction, UMA’s support for its students continues long after graduation.

HMP Global's Specialty Pharmacy Next offers convenient, high-quality educational program with lively discussions on business, disease states, therapeutic advances

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Dienstag, April 18, 2023

MALVERN, Pa., April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HMP Global, the leading omnichannel healthcare company, today announced the Specialty Pharmacy Next virtual conference series, offering a deep dive into the clinical and operational sides of specialty pharmacy in a convenient, easy-to-access format. Participants will engage in lively discussions with industry experts and educational advisors, covering specialty disease states, therapeutic advances, business objectives, and more.

Key Points: 
  • Participants will engage in lively discussions with industry experts and educational advisors, covering specialty disease states, therapeutic advances, business objectives, and more.
  • "The specialty pharmacy industry has grown tremendously in recent years, and today, more than 90% of all large hospital systems operate their own specialty pharmacy," said Randy Robbin, President, HMP Education, a subsidiary of HMP Global.
  • "Through Specialty Pharmacy Next, we are sharing succinct clinical updates on new and emerging therapeutic advances, as well as insightful discussions from industry leaders on the business issues impacting specialty pharmacy.
  • Specialty Pharmacy Next will welcome forward-thinking professionals who have a daily impact on the expansive and critical role of specialty pharmacy.

Ultimate Medical Academy Hosts Commencement for Thousands of Healthcare Students

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Montag, April 17, 2023

The ceremony honors students who completed or will complete their programs between July 11, 2022 and May 14, 2023.

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  • The ceremony honors students who completed or will complete their programs between July 11, 2022 and May 14, 2023.
  • The event will also be live-streamed so thousands of UMA graduates, their friends and family members across the nation can join the celebration.
  • The commencement speaker, Gaby Natale, is a triple Emmy Award-winning journalist and bestselling inspiration and motivational author.
  • Although commencement marks the completion of a graduate’s academic instruction, UMA’s support for its students doesn’t end after graduation.

The Sisters of the Valley Announce CBD Price Cuts

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Donnerstag, April 13, 2023

Merced, California, April 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This morning the Sisters of the Valley announced the slashing of prices on all CBD products and all merchandise.

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  • Merced, California, April 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This morning the Sisters of the Valley announced the slashing of prices on all CBD products and all merchandise.
  • The sisters cut all CBD and merchandise prices 15%, reduced the prices of standard CBD oil by 20% and all gelcaps by 25%.
  • In an effort to save themselves and reach more customers, price cuts were put into effect earlier this week.
  • With CBD products, however, there is significantly more competition now compared to when the sisters started making their salves and tinctures over eight years ago.

CorVel Launches Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) Test Preparation Program

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Mittwoch, April 12, 2023

FORT WORTH, Texas, April 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CorVel Corporation (NASDAQ: CRVL), a national provider of risk management solutions, has developed a pharmacy technician certification (CPhT) test preparation program to expand the availability of pharmacy training and increase team certifications.

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  • FORT WORTH, Texas, April 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CorVel Corporation (NASDAQ: CRVL), a national provider of risk management solutions, has developed a pharmacy technician certification (CPhT) test preparation program to expand the availability of pharmacy training and increase team certifications.
  • CorVel requires all employees participating in pharmacy benefit management to be trained and certified as pharmacy technicians, setting a new standard of knowledge in workers' compensation.
  • CorVel developed an internal test preparation program for team members meeting the 50 hours of pharmacy experience required to obtain their pharmacy tech certification.
  • The program consists of an eight-week course to prepare team members for the certification exam.

McKesson ideaShare Invites Independent Community Pharmacy Teams to Annual Industry Education and Networking Event

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Mittwoch, April 5, 2023

McKesson ideaShare is the nation’s premier community pharmacy annual education and networking event, hosted by McKesson , Health Mart , and Health Mart Atlas .

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  • McKesson ideaShare is the nation’s premier community pharmacy annual education and networking event, hosted by McKesson , Health Mart , and Health Mart Atlas .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230405005275/en/
    Registration is now open for McKesson ideaShare in Las Vegas from June 22–25, 2023.
  • As the role of pharmacy technicians expands, McKesson ideaShare is increasing its sessions and activities dedicated to pharmacy technicians.
  • McKesson ideaShare 2023 will conclude with a final night party headlined by Boyz II Men.

Redirect Health and Kroger to Co-Host Collaborative Healthcare Event in Salt Lake City

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Donnerstag, April 6, 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Redirect Health, a platform that creates and manages healthcare solutions and products that meaningfully improve access and affordability for businesses and employees, today announced its collaboration with Kroger/Smith's, a leading national grocer and pharmacy chain that provides convenient and affordable pharmacy services across the state and includes a direct contract with the local health system and hospitals.

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  • A kick-off event for local brokers and business owners will be held on Tuesday, April 11 at 6:00 p.m. at 3000 Triumph Blvd.
  • "Out-of-pocket costs, deductibles, and premium costs are rising at alarming rates, and SMBs are feeling the squeeze," said Dr. David Berg, CEO and Co-Founder at Redirect Health.
  • "Redirect Health shares our common goal of providing accessible healthcare to residents of the Salt Lake region," said Jaime Montuoro, PharmD, Division Health Leader for Smith's.
  • "Through this collaboration, Redirect Health customers can conveniently pick up their prescriptions at any of our pharmacies throughout the state.

Aligos Therapeutics Presents Clinical Data from NASH Program at the 2023 Paris Hepatology Conference

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Mittwoch, März 29, 2023

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aligos Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALGS), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel therapeutics to address unmet medical needs in liver and viral diseases, today announced that the company presented Phase 1 data for its thyroid receptor-beta (THR-ß) agonist candidate, ALG-055009, at the 15th Paris Hepatology Conference, taking place virtually March 27 – 29, 2023.

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  • SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aligos Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALGS), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel therapeutics to address unmet medical needs in liver and viral diseases, today announced that the company presented Phase 1 data for its thyroid receptor-beta (THR-ß) agonist candidate, ALG-055009, at the 15th Paris Hepatology Conference, taking place virtually March 27 – 29, 2023.
  • The presentation will be available on the Scientific Presentations and Conferences page on Aligos’ corporate website following the meeting.
  • “We’re pleased to show at the conference that ALG-055009 has demonstrated a favorable safety and pharmacokinetic profile in healthy volunteers and subjects with hyperlipidemia,” said Lawrence Blatt, Ph.D., MBA, Chairman & CEO of Aligos Therapeutics.
  • That study remains on track for a Q4 2023 regulatory filing.”
    Presentation time: 15:55 – 16:40 CEST/10:55 – 11:40 a.m.

Motion Sickness Treatment Market to Reach $525 Million, Globally, by 2031 at 2.9% CAGR: Allied Market Research

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Dienstag, März 28, 2023

PORTLAND, Ore., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Allied Market Research published a report, titled, "Motion Sickness Treatment Market by Drug Class (Antihistamines, Anticholinergics, Others), by Route of Administration (Oral, Others), by Distribution Channel (Hospital Pharmacies, Drug Store and Retail Pharmacies, Online Pharmacies): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021-2031". According to the report, the global motion sickness treatment industry was valued at $393.70 million in 2025 and is estimated to generate $525 million by 2031, witnessing a CAGR of 2.9% from 2022 to 2031. The report offers a detailed analysis of changing market trends, top segments, key investment pockets, value chain, regional landscape, and competitive scenario.

Key Points: 
  • A rise in incidence of motion sickness globally, advancements in the manufacturing and development of medications in the industry, and the rise in awareness about motion sickness prevention and medications drive the global motion sickness treatment market.
  • A rise in incidence of motion sickness globally, advancements in the manufacturing and development of medications in the motion sickness treatment industry, the rise in awareness about motion sickness prevention and treatment medications, and advancements in the healthcare sector drive the motion sickness treatment market.
  • However, the presence of alternate solutions for motion sickness treatment and limited awareness and knowledge about motion sickness are likely to hinder market growth during the forecast period.
  • On the other hand, growth & innovations in the pharmaceutical industry regarding the manufacturing of motion sickness medications will present new growth opportunities for the global motion sickness treatment market in the coming years.