INSIGHTS AND PERSPECTIVES

Editor’s Note: Think about the future

In his inaugural column, DSN editor in chief and editorial director Nigel F. Maynard discusses what pharmacies will look like as they adapt to a changing market.
Q&A: How Sharps Compliance helps dispose of regulated medical waste

Drug Store News spoke with Kathryn Kane-Neilson, clinical specialist in regulatory compliance at Sharps Compliance, about the company’s partnership with pharmacies to make medical waste disposal straightforward.

Poll: Expanding pharmacist prescribing authority

This week, DSN is asking readers to weigh in on expanding pharmacists’ prescribing authority nationwide.
HRG Future 50: Outstanding innovation from 2020

Take a look at the 50 products HRG analysts identified as unique and innovative in their category and subcategory in 2020.
Mack sizes up how retailer-supplier partnerships can align better, navigate changes

In a recent DSN webinar, Mack Elevation managing director Dan Mack examined how retailers and suppliers can close the gap in expectations and come together to navigate a changing retail landscape.
Poll: Should pickup services continue post pandemic?

Readers: weigh in on this week's poll question.
HRG insights: Sifting through sun care solutions

As consumer expectations continue to evolve, manufacturers are investing in new approaches to sun care that are clean, safe and aesthetically appealing.
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The Evolution of the OTC Market

The manufacturer’s guide to capitalizing on shifts in the consumer healthcare products space.
Nailing consumer needs in the second half

As we enter the back half of the year, columnist David Orgel argues that retailers needs to be on point as the pandemic wanes to attract customers and inspire loyalty.
Watch DSN: Lynne Fruth highlights Fruth Pharmacy’s commitment to West Virginia patients

The latest installment of the Watch DSN video series features Lynne Fruth, president and chairman of Fruth Pharmacy, discussing how the chain has served patients throughout the pandemic.
Watch DSN: Bill Ladwig discusses how Lewis Drug serves its unique communities

In the latest installment of the Watch DSN video series, Bill Ladwig of Lewis Drug talks to DSN publisher John Kenlon about the chain's approach to bringing health care to pharmacy deserts.
Q&A: King highlights how OmniSYS helps empower pharmacies

John King, CEO of pharmacy technology provider OmniSYS, discusses the challenges that COVID-19 brought to the industry and how his company has helped pharmacies find solutions.
Q&A: Pain Care Labs' Baxter discusses drug-free pain relief

Dr. Amy Baxter, CEO and chief medical officer of Pain Care Labs, discusses the company’s devices, which are designed to offer pain relief without the use of medication.
Q&A: Xlear CEO explains Xlear Nasal Spray’s lasting role against COVID-19

Nathan Jones, CEO of Xlear, said that he feels that his company is emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic in better shape and is prepared to help retailers in the post-COVID era. He talked with

Insights and perspectives on merchandising and trends in retail pharmacies.