Alabama Drugs & Pharmaceutical Industry News Monitoring

Alabama pharmacies celebrate triumph with new relief act

The bill received strong support in both houses of the Alabama legislature and from independent pharmacists who said it was needed to protect their livelihood. MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Gov. Kay Ivey signed Senate Bill 252, the Community Pharmacy Relief Act, into …

National Association of Attorneys General Urges Congress to Prohibit PBM-Owned Pharmacies

The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) issued a letter to Congress calling for the prohibition of pharmacy benefit managers’ (PBM) ability to own and operate affiliated pharmacy businesses. The NAAG issued its letter on behalf of 39 state and …

Alabama governor signs pharmacy benefit manager regulation into law

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Gov. Kay Ivey signed Senate Bill 252, known as the Community Pharmacy Relief Act, into law Tuesday. The law puts new regulations on pharmacy benefit managers in an effort to keep small pharmacies across the state open for business …

Ivey signs bill regulating pharmacy benefit managers into law

Governor Kay Ivey signed legislation regulating pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) into law on Tuesday. PBMs operate as intermediaries between drug manufacturers and insurance companies by negotiating rebates and discounts, processing claims, reviewing drug …

Alabama loses a pharmacy a week. Ivey signs new law to help save them

Governor Kay Ivey signed a bill into law Tuesday that is aimed at helping save Alabama pharmacies. Advocates call it “one of the largest victories in the nation” against companies that control prescription drug plans. The new law prohibits Pharmacy Benefit …

Pig Kidney Removed After Historic Transplant in Alabama Woman

Opelika pharmacy owner applauds Alabama’s new PBM reform law

OPELIKA, Ala. (WTVM) - Many local pharmacies are breathing a sigh of relief. The Alabama House and Senate have passed a new law calling for pharmacy benefit managers reform. These benefit managers serve as the middlemen between pharmacies and insurance …

Protecting our community pharmacists: A necessary legislative step

In a time when healthcare access and affordability are paramount concerns for many Alabamians, the recent unanimous approval of the Community Pharmacy Relief Act by the Alabama House stands as a beacon of hope for independent pharmacies across our state. …

2025 Alabama Legislative Update: Regular Session - Week Eight

Farm Bureau Health Plan On Thursday, comprehensive legislation, sponsored by Representative David Faulkner, proposing the creation of a new type of "health plan" that would be exempt from most state and federal laws and regulations, passed the …

For AYAs with Advanced Cancer, Study Finds Serious Communication Gaps about Their Care

April 15, 2025, by Daryl McGrath An NCI-funded study found that adolescents and young adults with advanced cancer often don't discuss their care goals with doctors until the last month of life. Credit: iStock Many adolescents and young adults (AYAs) …

Alabama 2025 Legislative Report: Week Eight

The Alabama Legislature convened for Day 19 of its annual Regular Session on Tuesday, April 8 and convened in Session Wednesday and Thursday for Days 20 and 21. Thirty-four committee meeting were held during the week. The Legislature will next convene for …

POIESIS Trial Explores Navtemadlin Plus Jakafi for Myelofibrosis

Myelofibrosis, according to the Cleveland Clinic website, is a rare blood cancer in which scar tissue forms in your bone marrow. Moreover, the disease is a chronic leukemia that makes too many abnormal blood cells that eventually replace normal cells, in …

House sponsor applauds pharmacy benefit manager reform bill – ‘It will have an immediate, positive impact’

After weeks of negotiation and compromise, the Alabama Legislature finally passed legislation regulating pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) this week, sending it to Gov. Kay Ivey for her signature. Similar legislation was attempted last session but failed to …

Alabama House Passes Bill To Regulate Consumable Hemp Products

The Alabama House of Representatives has passed HB 445, a bill to regulate consumable hemp products ... More like alcohol.getty The Alabama House of Representative this week passed legislation to regulate consumable hemp goods, with supporters of the bill …

Alabama Bill Rewriting Pharmacy Practice Act Clears Senate Hurdle

As detailed in our February 24, 2025 update, House Bill 123 continues the operations of the Alabama Board of Pharmacy (“the Board”) until October 1, 2026, with changes to the Board’s structure, operations, and practices. On April 1, 2025, the Bill was …

US maternal mortality rates surge 28% from 2018 to 2022

Rising maternal mortality in the United States An increase in pregnancy-related deaths has been observed in the United States between 2018 and 2022, according to a recent study published in JAMA Network Open.1 In 2015, the US maternal mortality rate was 26 …

Attorney General Miyares joins crack down on illegal Chinese e-cigarettes

RICHMOND, Va. — Twenty-nine attorneys general, including Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares, are calling on the federal government to continue its crackdown on illegal Chinese electronic cigarettes coming into the U.S. and marketing to children. “ …

What passed in the Alabama Legislature: April 8-10, 2025

Here is a list of bills that passed in the Alabama Legislature this week. Tuesday, April 8 House HB 462, sponsored by Rep. Tashina Morris, D-Montgomery, requires the Alabama Department of Public Health to credit military-acquired education and training …

In brief: Owens & Minor invests in DT, Samsung partners with Stanford, Alabama fights PBMs

RICHMOND, Va. – Owens & Minor expects to achieve greater efficiencies for its Products & Healthcare Services business and improved customer service with new investments in technology, automation and analytics.  Initial roll out will focus on two …

Polymer Medical adds contract packager James Alexander Corp. to customer line-up

Polymer Medical and James Alexander Corp. initially signed a contract in 2024 with the work now increasing the production of single-use plastic ampoules. ORCHARD PARK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Polymer Medical has …

Powerhouses for Progress: Adrienne Maloof and Kristen Dahlgren Host “It’s Up to Us” Women’s Health Benefit

The first “It’s Up to Us” Women’s Health Benefit unites survivors, scientists & stars to fast-track a breast cancer vaccine & fight for healthcare equity. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Saturday, …

Hundreds of Women Walk Away from Menopausal Worries with Solutions at 10th WisePause Wellness Summit

WisePause Wellness is Dedicated to Empowering Women with Menopause Support LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Over 400 women found empowerment, education, and real solutions to their menopausal concerns at the …

The Ripple Effect Arts Leverages Social Media to Showcase the Benefits of Magnesium Spray, Driving 200% Audience Growth

The Ripple Effect Arts, a leader in the wellness industry, is making waves online by utilizing social media to highlight the benefits of wellness products. KANKAKEE, IL, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Especially its popular …

Paradigm Clinical Research Opens New Site in Aurora, Colorado

Expansion broadens community-based access and supports greater representation in clinical studies. REDDING, CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Paradigm Clinical Research, a leading clinical research site business, is proud …

Farmacias Plaza and Alivia Health Enhance Patient Safety in Puerto Rico with Innovative Glowing Relief Medication Labels

SAN JUAN DE PUERTO RICO, PUERTO RICO, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Farmacias Plaza and Alivia Health Enhance Patient Safety in Puerto Rico with Innovative “Glowing Relief” Medication Labels In Puerto Rico, where 90% of the population …

Veterinary Monitoring Equipment Market Forecasted to Reach USD 3.2 Billion By 2035, at an Impressive 4.03% CAGR

Smart monitoring systems, wireless devices, and real-time data analytics are enhancing diagnostic capabilities. US, NY, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Veterinary Monitoring Equipment Market is experiencing robust growth, …

Blood Pressure Monitoring Devices Market Expected to Hit USD 8.62 Billion by 2035 with a Remarkable 5.41% CAGR

Continuous innovations in blood pressure monitoring technology are fueling market growth. US, NY, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The blood pressure monitoring devices market is experiencing significant growth and is projected to …

Bone Conduction Hearing Aids Market Expected to Achieve a Strong 9.33% CAGR, to Reach USD 2.5 Billion by 2035

Ongoing research and development focus on improving the sound fidelity and overall audio experience of bone conduction devices. US, NY, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bone conduction hearing aids function fundamentally differently …

Harris Dental Provides Partial Dentures for Local Patients in Cape Cod

Harris Dental Cape Cod Offers Partial Dentures for Local Patients BARNSTABLE, MA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Harris Dental is proud to offer high-quality partial dentures for patients looking to restore their smiles and …

Harris Dental Offers White Spot Removal for Local Patients in Cape Cod

Cape Cod Patients Can Now Get White Spot Removal at Harris Dental BARNSTABLE, MA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patients struggling with noticeable white spots on their teeth now have a non-invasive solution, thanks to …

3rd Annual Louisiana Cann Festival Returns May 17 with International Artist Sister Nancy

The full-day plant medicine festival takes over Downtown Baton Rouge with music, education, and culture. BATON ROUGE, LA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Louisiana Cann Festival (LCFest) returns to Downtown Baton Rouge …

CureMetrix Expands cmAngio With FDA Clearance for Version 1.6, Now Validated on Hologic & GE Platforms

CureMetrix expands FDA clearance for cmAngio to include GE Healthcare, increasing access for more women to AI-powered BAC detection in mammography. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CureMetrix®, a global leader …

Touched by Type 1 Short Film Hannah’s Story Nominated for 2025 People’s Telly Award

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hannah’s Story: Strength, Hope & Awareness, a short film produced by Touched by Type 1, has been officially nominated for a 2025 People’s Telly Award in the Film & Shorts …

Gary S. Williams of Williams Asset Management Recognized in Forbes' Best-In-State Wealth Advisors List for 2025

COLUMBIA , MD, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Williams Asset Management, an independent investment and financial planning firm in Howard County, Maryland, is proud to announce that its CEO and President, Gary S. Williams, CFP …

Canadian Colon Cancer Patient Turns to Mexico After Healthcare System Fails Her

Canadian Colon Cancer Patient Finds Life-Changing Treatment in Mexico After Facing Delays at Home. Tijuana’s Integrative Approach Offers New Hope. TIJUANA, MEXICO, April 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When Michelin Tunor from Nova Scotia was …

D.A.W. Systems Appoints John Ketcham as Chief Revenue Officer to Accelerate Growth and Expansion

ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- D.A.W. Systems, Inc. (www.dawsystems.com), developer of the ScriptSure E-Prescribing, announces the appointment of John Ketcham as its new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). In this role, …

Salve Strengthens North American Presence with Strategic Expansion to Support Fertility Market

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Salve; a digital health platform specializing in delivering a world class digital experience for patients going through fertility treatments, helping patients and clinics alike to …

Dr. Donald B. Brockley Celebrates 50 Years of Smiles: Marking Half a Century of Dental Excellence in Butler, PA

Honoring five decades of clinical innovation, compassionate care, and community service by one of Butler, PA’s most trusted and respected dental professionals. BUTLER, PA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a remarkable …

Centre Technologies Appoints CFO to Support Strategic Growth Across Texas and Oklahoma

Chris McMahan joins the rapidly growing MSP, Centre Technologies, as CFO. This addition continues to boost Centre's already prominent growth across TX and OK. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Centre …