5 Things in ePharmacy You Need to Know This Friday 01/03/24
5 Things in ePharmacy You Need to Know This Friday 01/03/24
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eCommerce [🇬🇧]
GPhC Considers Mystery Shoppers for Pharmacies in the UK
After a BBC probe unveiled deficiencies in online pharmacy regulations, the GPhC plans stricter oversight. Proposed measures include potential use of mystery shoppers, increased inspection frequency, and updated guidance. Amid persistent patient safety concerns, the GPhC aims to fortify regulation and standards, recognizing the complexities of digital pharmacy environments. These efforts signify a proactive stance towards safeguarding public health amidst the evolving landscape of pharmaceutical services.
Read more: Pharmaceutical Journal
What’s New [🇺🇸]
Blackcat Ransomware Gang Disrupts UnitedHealth Prescription Services in the US
UnitedHealth's technology unit outage, caused by Blackcat ransomware hackers, has impeded prescription deliveries for six days. Change Healthcare's breached systems led to nationwide pharmacy disruptions. Alphabet's cybersecurity unit Mandiant handles the investigation. The ransomware group, targeted in a previous takedown, menaces critical infrastructure and hospitals. Despite disruptions, experts warn of ransomware groups' persistence. Allegations question UnitedHealth's nation-state threat claim. Pharmacy chains suffer knock-on effects, reporting significant backlogs.
Read more: Reuters
Country Insights [🇩🇪]
Unveiling Online Pharmacies in Germany: A Complete Health Guide
Online pharmacies revolutionize healthcare with convenience and personalized services. They offer discreet solutions like ordering Sildenafil and access to medical professionals. Embracing personalized medicine, they provide tailored treatments based on genetic data. However, challenges such as counterfeit drugs and varying quality of advice persist. Prioritizing privacy and security, consumers must ensure transparency and compliance with data protection laws.
Read more: Tarnkappe.info [Article in German]. Google Translate in English here.
eCommerce [🇺🇸]
Mark Cuban's Pharmacy May Cut Urologic Med Costs Online
Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drug Company (MCCPDC) pioneers transparent pricing, offering generic prescriptions with a mere 15% markup. Research shows potential savings, particularly for urologic medications, benefitting patients and potentially reducing Medicare costs. While MCCPDC offers a solution to high drug prices, 'pharmacy-shopping' remains crucial. Urologists can play a role by recommending MCCPDC, contributing to patient access and a more cost-effective healthcare system.
Read more: Medriva
Editor’s Choice 🌍
Independent Pharmacies and Prescription Drug Market Face Regulatory Battles
With more independent pharmacies than towns in the US, small businesses face stiff competition from retail chains. Advocates seek regulatory barriers to protect these mom-and-pop outlets, but critics argue this could raise drug prices unnecessarily. The rise of prescription drug sales, insurance coverage, and pharmacy benefit managers has transformed the industry. Legislative efforts aim to curb PBMs' influence, but the impact on pharmacy access remains contentious amidst market innovations.
Read more: City Journal
Manufacturers & Retailers Hiring Now:
Discover actively recruiting positions in the ePharmacy Industry below:
Digital Health Lead Nordics, Takeda [🇳🇴]
More info: LinkedIn
Digital Product Owner, Sanofi [🇫🇷]
More info: LinkedIn
PPC Specialist, Dr. Max [🇷🇴]
More info: LinkedIn
Senior Digital Product and Project Manager, Boehringer Ingelheim [🇩🇪]
More info: LinkedIn
Lean Digital Core Project Manager, Novartis [🇨🇿]
More info: LinkedIn
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