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NCPA supports FTC appointment of Emma Mittelstaedt Burnham to healthcare role

American Pharmacy News | Sep 10, 2025
 B. Douglas Hoey CEO

The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) has responded to the Federal Trade Commission’s decision to appoint Emma Mittelstaedt Burnham as associate director of health care in the Bureau of Competition. Read More »

NCPA leads coalition urging Congress for swift passage of bipartisan PBM reform

American Pharmacy News | Sep 8, 2025
 B. Douglas Hoey CEO

The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) has sent a letter to Congressional leaders, representing a coalition of 134 organizations that include patient groups, health care providers, employers, business groups, and union workers. Read More »

Many independent pharmacists unsure about joining Medicare drug price negotiation

American Pharmacy News | Sep 4, 2025
 B. Douglas Hoey CEO

Nearly one in five independent pharmacists say they will not stock drugs included in the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program, and another 67 percent report they may also choose not to participate. Read More »

State of Michigan signs first cannabis compact with Bay Mills Indian Community

American Pharmacy News | Aug 7, 2025
Brian Hanna, Executive Director of the Cannabis Regulatory Agency

The Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) and the Bay Mills Indian Community (BMIC) have signed Michigan's first tribal-state cannabis compact, enabling BMIC to participate directly in the state’s licensed adult-use cannabis market. Read More »

South Dakota credits preparation for containing recent measles threat

American Pharmacy News | Aug 7, 2025
Melissa Magstadt, Secretary of Health

South Dakota has avoided a widespread measles outbreak, with no new cases reported in the past four weeks. Read More »

Pharmacy groups support Tennessee's defense of law regulating pharmacy benefit managers

American Pharmacy News | Aug 6, 2025
 B. Douglas Hoey CEO

The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), the American Pharmacists Association (APhA), and the Tennessee Pharmacists Association (TPA) have filed a joint amicus brief in federal court supporting Tennessee’s 2021 law regulating... Read More »

NCPA announces schedule of webinars and events through fall 2025

American Pharmacy News | Aug 5, 2025
 B. Douglas Hoey CEO

The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) has announced a series of upcoming events aimed at pharmacists and pharmacy team members. Read More »

South Dakota issues air quality alert due to elevated PM2.5 levels

American Pharmacy News | Aug 3, 2025
Melissa Magstadt, Secretary of Health

The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) and the Department of Health (DOH) have issued an air quality alert for South Dakota. Read More »

NCPA supports new bill allowing Medicare reimbursement for pharmacist services

American Pharmacy News | Jul 25, 2025
 B. Douglas Hoey CEO

The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) has expressed its approval for a new bill introduced by Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senator Mark Warner. Read More »

NCPA announces finalists for 2025 student business plan competition

American Pharmacy News | Jul 24, 2025
 Jeff Harrell Board President

The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) and the NCPA Foundation have announced the finalists for the 2025 Good Neighbor Pharmacy NCPA Pruitt-Schutte Student Business Plan Competition. Read More »

Michigan Department launches "LARA Living Room" podcast on state regulations

American Pharmacy News | Jul 22, 2025
Marlon I. Brown, DPA Director

In a move to increase transparency and public engagement, the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) has launched a new podcast series titled "LARA Living Room." Read More »

LARA advises hiring licensed contractors for summer home improvements

American Pharmacy News | Jul 17, 2025
Marlon I. Brown, DPA Director

As summer brings an increase in home improvement projects, the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) advises residents to hire only licensed and qualified contractors. Read More »

NCPA urges swift passage of new bipartisan PBM reform act

American Pharmacy News | Jul 10, 2025
 B. Douglas Hoey CEO

After PBM reform provisions were excluded from budget reconciliation negotiations in June due to a Senate parliamentarian ruling, a bipartisan group of legislators has introduced a new bill as the House of Representatives' comprehensive PBM reform... Read More »

South Dakota celebrates 25 years of Bright Start home visiting program

American Pharmacy News | Jul 7, 2025
Melissa Magstadt, Secretary of Health

The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) has announced the 25th anniversary of Bright Start, a home visiting program for new and expecting mothers. Read More »

North Carolina Board of Pharmacy schedules July meeting with live stream option

American Pharmacy News | Jul 5, 2025
Chris Sain President

The North Carolina Board of Pharmacy is set to hold its next meeting on July 8, 2025. Read More »

Potential measles exposure reported in Hot Springs

American Pharmacy News | Jul 3, 2025
Melissa Magstadt, Secretary of Health

Anyone who visited specific locations in Hot Springs, South Dakota, during designated times may have been exposed to measles. Read More »

Pharmacy license expiry extended due to payment issues

American Pharmacy News | Jul 3, 2025
Cecil H.  Cordle Georgia Board Of Pharmacy President

Due to unforeseen payment processing issues, the expiration date for pharmacy facility licenses and pharmacy technician registrations has been extended. Read More »

National Community Pharmacists Association announces upcoming events through October

American Pharmacy News | Jul 3, 2025
 Jeff Harrell Board President

The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) has announced a series of upcoming events designed for pharmacists and pharmacy team members. Read More »

Cannabis Regulators Association elects new executive board members

American Pharmacy News | Jul 2, 2025
Marlon I. Brown, DPA Director

The Cannabis Regulators Association (CANNRA) recently held elections for its executive board. Read More »

Michigan officials emphasize firework safety for Independence Day celebrations

American Pharmacy News | Jul 2, 2025
Marlon I. Brown, DPA Director

Every summer, many residents of Michigan celebrate Independence Day with fireworks. Read More »

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