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Germany Lets Pharmacies Prescribe Meds and Give More Shots
InnovationMay 22

Germany Lets Pharmacies Prescribe Meds and Give More Shots

Germany just gave its struggling pharmacies the power to renew prescriptions and administer more vaccines without requiring a doctor's visit first. The reform aims to ease healthcare access as pharmacy closures hit a 50-year high.

DW News2 min read
Jerusalem Pharmacy Honors Customer With Synagogue Gift
Acts of KindnessApr 2

Jerusalem Pharmacy Honors Customer With Synagogue Gift

When a family returned unopened medications after their 100-year-old mother passed away, a small Jerusalem pharmacy used the proceeds to commission a stunning memorial in her honor. The gesture reminds us that kindness flows in unexpected directions.

Google: kindness story2 min read
CureBay Brings Better Medicine Access to 10,000 Rural Pharmacies
SolutionsMar 19

CureBay Brings Better Medicine Access to 10,000 Rural Pharmacies

A healthcare startup just made it easier for millions of people in rural India to get the medicines they need. CureBay's acquisition of Saveo's distribution network connects 10,000 pharmacies to better supply chains across southern India.

YourStory India2 min read
Nigeria Approves First Pharmacy College in Adamawa State
SolutionsApr 13

Nigeria Approves First Pharmacy College in Adamawa State

Adamawa State University will launch a new College of Pharmacy, marking a major step toward reducing Nigeria's dependence on imported medicines. The approval comes after healthcare leaders pushed for stronger pharmaceutical education to keep medical talent in the country.

Premium Times Nigeria3 min read
Amazon Pharmacy Expands Same-Day Rx to 4,500 More Cities
SolutionsFeb 12

Amazon Pharmacy Expands Same-Day Rx to 4,500 More Cities

Getting prescription medications delivered the same day just became a reality for millions more Americans. Amazon is bringing its pharmacy service to 4,500 new cities by 2026.

Engadget2 min read
Campbell Grads Win Top Honors in Pharmacy Research
Community HeroesMay 12

Campbell Grads Win Top Honors in Pharmacy Research

Two North Carolina students are graduating with the highest academic honors in their pharmacy programs, ready to advance healthcare through research and innovation. Their achievements show how dedication and hands-on experience prepare the next generation of medical professionals.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
UT Austin Pharmacy Students Shine at 2026 Honors Day
Community HeroesMar 31

UT Austin Pharmacy Students Shine at 2026 Honors Day

Seventy-five future pharmacists gathered with loved ones to celebrate academic excellence at the University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy's annual recognition ceremony. The March event honored students who balanced rigorous coursework with a commitment to serving their future patients and communities.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Health-Tech Raises $12M to Digitize Africa's Pharmacies
InnovationMay 22

Health-Tech Raises $12M to Digitize Africa's Pharmacies

A health-tech company serving over 12,000 pharmacies across Africa and the Middle East just secured $12 million to expand its AI-powered platform that's transforming how hospitals and pharmacies get medical supplies. Aumet has already processed five million transactions worth over $1 billion, and now it's bringing its system to public hospitals across Jordan.

Google News - Africa Innovation3 min read
Unity Celebrates 105-Year Pharmacy, 4 New Businesses
Acts of KindnessMar 12

Unity Celebrates 105-Year Pharmacy, 4 New Businesses

A small Saskatchewan town honored a pharmacy that's served four generations and welcomed fresh entrepreneurs who are betting on rural community life. Unity's annual celebration proved small towns are still places where businesses thrive and newcomers put down roots.

Google News - Unity Celebration2 min read
Colorado Pharmacy School Graduates 11 Research Scientists
SolutionsMay 23

Colorado Pharmacy School Graduates 11 Research Scientists

The University of Colorado Anschutz School of Pharmacy celebrated 11 new PhDs and master's graduates who dedicated years to advancing pharmaceutical science. These researchers are now ready to tackle tomorrow's health challenges.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Beach Town Lotto Player Wins $400K at Local Pharmacy
Daily MixApr 11

Beach Town Lotto Player Wins $400K at Local Pharmacy

A lucky lottery player from Pāpāmoa just turned a trip to their local pharmacy into a $400,000 windfall. Meanwhile, four other New Zealanders are celebrating quarter-million dollar wins from Saturday's draw.

Stuff NZ2 min read
Swedish Pharmacy Pays Staff 15 Minutes Daily for Friendship
Acts of KindnessJan 26

Swedish Pharmacy Pays Staff 15 Minutes Daily for Friendship

A major Swedish pharmacy chain now gives employees 15 minutes per workday to call friends, plan hangouts, or chat with coworkers. The "Friend Care" policy tackles Sweden's loneliness crisis while boosting workplace wellness.

Good News Network2 min read
Ghana Pharmacy Pays $12K in Medical Bills for 100 Mothers
Acts of KindnessMay 9

Ghana Pharmacy Pays $12K in Medical Bills for 100 Mothers

A Ghanaian pharmacy company just wiped out medical debts for 100 mothers who couldn't afford their hospital bills. The $12,000 intervention also includes baby incubators for hospitals struggling to save newborns.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
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SolutionsFeb 5

Settlement Cuts Insulin Costs by $7 Billion Over 10 Years

A landmark agreement with pharmacy benefit manager Express Scripts will lower out-of-pocket drug costs for millions of Americans while bringing new revenue to community pharmacies. The changes are expected to save patients up to $7 billion over the next decade.

Google News - Business2 min read
ShopRite Offers Free GLP-1 Starter Kits at Pharmacies
Health & WellnessMar 3

ShopRite Offers Free GLP-1 Starter Kits at Pharmacies

ShopRite is giving free wellness kits to customers filling their first weight-loss medication prescription, complete with diet guides, protein samples, and grocery coupons. The East Coast grocery chain is meeting customers where they are as one in eight Americans now takes these medications.

Fast Company2 min read
Lagos Fixes Drug Shortages for 2 Million Insured Residents
SolutionsMay 28

Lagos Fixes Drug Shortages for 2 Million Insured Residents

Lagos State is overhauling its pharmacy program after thousands of residents complained they couldn't get their prescribed medicines. The review could become a model for improving healthcare access across Nigeria.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Thailand's Arincare Raises Funds to Transform Healthcare
Health & WellnessJun 4

Thailand's Arincare Raises Funds to Transform Healthcare

A Thai healthcare technology company just secured major funding to help thousands of pharmacies serve their communities better. Arincare's platform now supports over 12,000 pharmacists across Thailand every single day.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)2 min read
Nigeria Courts Jail Illegal Drug Sellers in Landmark Cases
SolutionsJun 8

Nigeria Courts Jail Illegal Drug Sellers in Landmark Cases

Two Nigerian courts have sentenced operators of unlicensed pharmacies to jail, marking a major victory in the fight against fake medicines that threaten public health. The rulings send a powerful message that selling drugs without proper credentials won't be tolerated.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Red Cross Volunteers Keep Nebraska Air Base Running
Acts of KindnessFeb 12

Red Cross Volunteers Keep Nebraska Air Base Running

At Offutt Air Force Base, 12 Red Cross volunteers handle daily pharmacy operations while providing emergency support to military families. Their work keeps medical services running smoothly and connects service members with loved ones during crises.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
NSW Pharmacists Can Now Prescribe Contraceptive Pills
SolutionsApr 15

NSW Pharmacists Can Now Prescribe Contraceptive Pills

Starting June 1, specially trained pharmacists in New South Wales can prescribe birth control pills to new patients, making healthcare more accessible. The first 5,000 consultations will be completely free.

ABC Australia2 min read

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