5 Things in ePharmacy You Need to Know This Friday 13/10/23
Industry Updates [🇬🇧]
Pharmacy2U Acquires LloydsDirect in Strategic Business Move
In a significant development, Pharmacy2U has acquired LloydsDirect, the digital pharmacy service from LloydsPharmacy. The exact sum of the deal remains undisclosed. This strategic acquisition marks a key step in Pharmacy2U's expansion efforts, enhancing its position in the online pharmacy sector. It underlines the growing importance of digital pharmacy services in the healthcare industry and the ongoing evolution of the pharmaceutical landscape.
Read more: Chemist + Druggist
What’s New [🇺🇸]
The Drug Enforcement Administration Extends Telehealth Prescribing in The US
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has extended the allowance for healthcare providers to prescribe controlled substances through 2024 via telehealth. This move acknowledges the continuing importance of telehealth in providing access to critical medications during the ongoing public health challenges. The extension maintains the relaxed regulations initially implemented during the pandemic, making it easier for patients to receive necessary treatments while reducing in-person contact.
Read more: Healthcare Dive
What’s New [🇩🇰]
Denmark's ApoPro Joins The European Association of ePharmacies
The European Association of ePharmacies (EAEP) has broadened its reach to Denmark with the addition of ApoPro, a leading online pharmacy. ApoPro, a fully digital pharmacy, offers prescription and over-the-counter medications, as well as free medication consultations with pharmacists. Their mission is to enhance transparency in the medicinal products market and improve digital healthcare access. This expansion solidifies EAEP's presence in 18 markets, uniting e-pharmacies' voices in Europe.
Read more: The European Association of ePharmacies
Industry Updates [🇳🇱]
RedCare Pharmacy Achieves Remarkable Growth Across Markets
RedCare Pharmacy announced its continued success in achieving rapid growth across all its markets. The company's dedication to providing top-notch pharmaceutical services and its commitment to customer satisfaction have resulted in an impressive expansion. With a focus on delivering excellence, RedCare Pharmacy has solidified its position as a leader in the industry, serving and thriving in various markets with distinction.
Read more: RedCare Pharmacy
Editor’s Choice 🌍
The European Association of ePharmacies hosts “The EU Pharmaceutical Legislation” Event
The European Association of ePharmacies (EAEP) is hosting an event in Brussels on October 26 regarding “The EU Pharmaceutical Legislation – setting the right framework conditions for pharmacies”. The event brings together EU policymakers, industry stakeholders, and civil society representatives to deliberate on the recently proposed EU Pharmaceutical Legislation. Their focus will be on addressing cross-border medicine access challenges and harnessing digitalization to strengthen the EU Single Market. Representatives from ePharmacies, consumer healthcare and other organisation can register here to participate in the event at Brussels.
Read more: European Association of ePharmacies
Manufacturers & Retailers Hiring Now:
Discover actively recruiting positions in the ePharmacy Industry below:
Digital Commerce Manager, Bayer [🇲🇽]
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Supply Planner, Perrigo [🇧🇪]
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Platform & Digital Governance Manager, Novartis [🇱🇻]
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Digital Media Manager, Sanofi [🇩🇪]
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Category Management Partner, Pfizer [🇮🇪]
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