DSN, higi launch June’s Fit Pharmacist Challenge

Drug Store News, in partnership with higi, a consumer health engagement company, is hosting the first-ever Fit Pharmacist Challenge, a series of fitness-tracking competitions for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.



Entrants who walk — or run — 50 miles or more during a one-month Fit Pharmacist Challenge period, will be entered to win the monthly grand prize, a $500 American Express gift card. Entrants who log at least 10 miles will be entered to win 1-of-3 runner up prizes of a $100 American Express gift card. Winners will be selected randomly throughout the month and will be featured in DSN.



“As pharmacists play a more proactive role in consumer health care, it’s even more important for them to model healthy behavior for their customers,” said DSN publisher Wayne Bennett.



The higi health station platform integrates with more than 50 fitness apps and devices, including Fitbit, Nike+ and many more.



The first Fit Pharmacist Challenge kicks off in June, with a second slated for September and others to be announced later this year.



To register, visit DrugStoreNewsCE.com/fit-pharmacist.