East North Central U.S. Pharmaceutical Industry Newswire

Meijer adds 3 supercenters in Ohio

Meijer opened three supercenters in Northeast Ohio on Thursday, bringing the retailer’s store count in the Midwestern state to 58. The new stores, located in the communities of Austintown, Medina and Richmond Heights, each span 159,000 square feet. All of …

Illinois ophthalmology practice to close 

Peoria, Ill.-based Bond Eye Associates is closing June 27, according to a Facebook post from the ophthalmology practice.  The practice cited financial difficulties, including rising operational costs and challenges with insurance reimbursements, as the …

Rite Aid closing? What it means for Ohio stores as chain files for bankruptcy

Rite Aid filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy for the second time in under two years and plans to sell or close all remaining stores. Only four Rite Aid locations remain open in Ohio, significantly down from 142 in June 2024. Rite Aid joins other struggling …

Connecticut sues CVS Pharmacy for overbilling Medicaid for prescriptions

It is alleged that CVS falsely overbilled state Medicaid programs for prescription drugs dispensed at its retail pharmacies. HARTFORD, Conn. — Connecticut is now part of a multi-state whistleblower suit against CVS Pharmacy, which is accused of overbilling …

AmeriStaff Nursing and Oakland University Honor Michigan's Greatest Nurses at the 2025 Nightingale Awards

TROY, Mich., May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AmeriStaff Nursing Services and its family of companies proudly partnered with Oakland University School of Nursing to sponsor the 37th annual Nightingale Awards for Nursing Excellence. This prestigious …

Meijer Opens Three Ohio Supercenters

Meijer celebrates the grand opening of its Medina, Ohio, supercenter. Meijer has expanded its Ohio footprint by opening three new supercenters in the northeastern part of the state. The communities of Austintown, Medina, and Richmond Heights are each now …

Ohio mother urges people to take health seriously as son deals with Chronic Lyme Disease

GOP-Led Wisconsin Committee Cuts Governor’s Marijuana Legalization Proposal From Budget

Republicans in Wisconsin’s legislature on Thursday cut key provisions from a state budget proposal by Gov. Tony Evers (D), including plans to legalize and regulate marijuana. The changes came in a Joint Finance Committee hearing, where members removed a …

Meijer Opens 3 Supercenters in Northeast Ohio

Richmond Heights Meijer leaders gathered to cut the ribbon on opening day at the new store. Midwest retailer Meijer Inc. opened three new 159,000-square-foot supercenters in northeast Ohio on May 8. In the past few years, the food retailer has invested …

Lawmakers reintroduce bill to regulate pharmacy benefit managers

In negotiating on behalf of those clients, PBMs influence how much drugs cost through negotiating rebates with the drug manufacturers and they can also set the reimbursement rates for pharmacies, the Ohio Pharmacists Association says. “Many communities and …

Coalition of Pharmacy Organizations Urges Congress to Pass ECAPS Legislation

The Future of Pharmacy Care Coalition, which includes national organizations such as the American Pharmacists Association (APhA), American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP), and the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS), has issued an …

Kankakee mourns George Ryan, former Illinois governor who rose from local roots

Kankakee residents joined Illinois political veterans Thursday to honor former Gov. George Ryan at a funeral service held at Asbury United Methodist Church in his hometown. KANKAKEE, Ill. - Kankakee residents joined Illinois political veterans on Thursday …

Purdue, leaders in AI, pharma manufacturing and public policy gather at D.C. event to launch a national effort to expand ...

WASHINGTON — Purdue University and a coalition of leaders in AI, pharmaceutical manufacturing and public policy on Wednesday (May 7) launched a national effort in the Dirksen Senate Office Building to onshore pharmaceutical manufacturing in the United …

Lilly plans to expand Purdue University collaboration with up to a $250 million investment to accelerate pharmaceutical ...

INDIANAPOLIS and WEST LAFAYETTE, May 9, 2025 — Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) and Purdue University announced today a significant expansion of their long-standing alliance, with Lilly’s planned investment of up to $250 million to the collaboration over …

Wisconsin Republicans remove 600-plus budget policy items as process begins

(The Center Square) – Wisconsin’s Joint Committee on Finance took 612 items out of Gov. Tony Evers’ budget proposal Thursday, including Medicaid expansion in the state, department creations and tax exemptions. Evers and Democrats on the committee pointed …

Somatix Taps Ohio Vision to Lead Next Phase of Medication Algorithm Research

Company Prioritizes Rural Access in Groundbreaking Wearable Tech Deployment NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Somatix, a leading digital health company specializing in gesture-detection technology for health behavior …

Introduction of ECAPS Act Prompts Nationwide Call to Action From Pharmacists Aimed at Congress

A bipartisan bill aimed at preserving access to critical pharmacy services nationwide was introduced by a broad coalition of lawmakers.1 The Ensuring Community Access to Pharmacist Services (ECAPS) Act of 2025 (H.R. 3164) seeks to ensure continued access …

Michigan repaying student loans up to $30K for opioid addiction treatment providers

LANSING, MI - Michigan is offering to repay student loans for health care professionals who provide opioid addiction treatment programs. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services aims to expand substance abuse disorder treatment by providing …

Attorney General Tong Joins Whistleblower Suit Against CVS Pharmacy for Overbilling Medicaid for Prescriptions

Press Releases 05/08/2025 Attorney General Tong Joins Whistleblower Suit Against CVS Pharmacy for Overbilling Medicaid for Prescriptions (Hartford, CT) -- Attorney General William Tong announced today that Connecticut has joined a whistleblower …

The Springs of Ballentine Celebrates Grand Opening with Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce

The residents of Wake County have a new Senior Living community for their residents FUQUAY-VARINA, NC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Springs of Ballentine officially celebrated its grand opening on May 8th with an …

American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) Publishes Inaugural Issue of New Imaging Journal, Roentgen Ray Review (R3)

Publication of ARRS' new peer-reviewed radiology journal, Roentgen Ray Review, coincides with 125th anniversary of North America’s first radiological society LEESBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American …

RHRC Receives Legislative Funding to Advance Rural Health Sustainability and Payment Reform

Legislative funding empowers RHRC to advance sustainable rural health models and payment reforms, improving access and care quality in underserved communities. MANHEIM, PA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Rural Health Redesign …

Royal 4 Systems Partners with Labor AI’s ELS solution for their WISE 11.0 cloud WMS

Royal 4 Systems announced the release of LaborAI’s Engineered Labor Standards solution in WISE Warehouse Management System (version 11.0) LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Royal 4 Systems, a leading producer and …

THE DREAMCHILD FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES LINE-UP FOR THE 2025 HOODTALK MUSIC FESTIVAL: UNITY EDITION ON MAY 9 IN ACCRA, GHANA

Powered by Virtual Hub, StepNorth, Platinum Star Media Group, Inc., and Fly-Away Promotions, Inc, the festival kicks off at 7 PM (GMT) in Independence Square ACCRA, GHANA, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The DreamChild Foundation proudly …

Kent Holtorf M.D. Presents 'Fresh Perspectives' on 'the Rise in Autism’’ & 'How Peptides Advance Longevity', May 22

Author & TV Guest, Dr. Kent Holtorf M.D., explores 'Autism's Rise & The Role Peptides Play in Longevity' Thursday, May 22 – Epoch Media Center in Irvine, Ca. IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Join Jay Nolan Community Services for a Picnic in the Park Promoting Inclusion for Neurodiverse Individuals

Enjoy fun activities, food, and learn about new services for neurodiverse individuals in the Monterey Bay area. SANTA CRUZ, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jay Nolan Community Services, Inc. (JNCS) is excited to announce its …

Local Veteran chosen to attend the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival

Detroit Veteran Dances to Gold DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Local Detroit U.S. Army Veteran, Dari Pfeiffer has been selected as a gold medal winner in the 2025 National Veterans Creative Arts Competition, Dance …

GenBio is Researching the Obesity Epidemic Affecting Over One Billion People Worldwide

ALISO VIEJO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The increase in the prevalence of obesity over the last fifty years has been described as a pandemic that increases the risk of many diseases, including cardiovascular disease, …

How Botox Prevents Wrinkles: Kate Bryan of 82 Magnolia Aesthetics & Wellness Remarks on Facial Softening in HelloNation

MILTON, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Many people believe Botox is used to freeze facial muscles or erase all signs of aging. However, as explained by Kate Bryan of 82 Magnolia Aesthetics & Wellness in Milton, Florida, …

Banafshe Law Firm Changes Name to BANA LAW, PC After 22 Years of Service

Official name change from Banafshe Law Firm, PC to BANA LAW, PC. Same Team. Same Dedication. New Name - Proudly representing injury victims across California. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After more than 22 …

Abused Puppy 'Sweetpea' Receives Lifesaving Neurological Surgery at ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital in Palm Beach

Rescued puppy Sweetpea gets a second chance at life after undergoing critical neurological surgery at ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital in Palm Beach. ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ACCESS Specialty Animal …

Speaktor Launches 50% Student Discount to Support Education

AI-powered TTS platform Speaktor introduces a 50% discount for students and educators to promote inclusive learning. TURKEY, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Speaktor, an AI text-to-speech platform, has launched a 50% discount for students and …

Impresiv Health and Command Direct Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Compliance-Ready Correspondence Solutions

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Impresiv Health is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Command Direct, a leading provider of compliance-ready correspondence solutions for health plans and third-party …

Abdominal Pads Market to Grow to USD 2.07 Billion by 2032, Registering 7% CAGR

Abdominal Pads Market Research Report Information By Type, By Application, By Material, By End User, and By Geography MI, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Abdominal Pads Market Overview The Global Abdominal Pads Market is …

Restoration Health 365 Opens in Jericho, NY, Bringing Personalized Health Optimization and Advanced Testing

Drs. Lawrence Kessler & Scott Flashner proudly announces the grand opening of Restoration Health 365, a new physician-led wellness clinic in Jericho, NY JERICHO, NY, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Lawrence Kessler & …

PowerDMARC Signs Onetic Africa as a Value-Added Distributor in Africa at GISEC 2025

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PowerDMARC, a global leader in email and domain security solutions, announced its strategic partnership with Onetic Africa as a Value-Added Distributor at GISEC Global 2025, held in …

Expert Panel Endorses NIRS Imaging to Improve Wound Documentation and Outcomes

Wound care experts highlight NIRS imaging as a vital tool to enhance documentation, guide treatment, and improve outcomes in a new Journal of Wound Care report. CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kent Imaging, a leading …

Erythromelalgia Treatment Market Forecasted to Reach USD 3.68 Billion by 2032, CAGR of 5.5%

Erythromelalgia Treatment Market Research Report Information By Type, By Application, By Route of Administration, By Distribution Channel, and By Geography FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Erythromelalgia Treatment Market Overview …

Contract Clinical Research Organization Market Expected to Surpass USD 165.56 Billion by 2032, CAGR of 9.5%

Contract Clinical Research Organization Market Research Report Information By Service Type, By Therapeutic Area, By End User, and By Geography KS, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Contract Clinical Research Organization Market …