5 Things in ePharmacy You Need to Know This Friday 06/10/23
5 Things in ePharmacy You Need to Know This Friday 06/10/23
Industry Updates [🇺🇸]
CVS Pharmacy Shifts to Online Strategy, Closing Hundreds of Stores in the US by 2024
CVS Pharmacy, a major US drugstore chain, has announced its intention to close hundreds of stores by 2024. This strategic decision is aimed at optimizing their retail operations and focusing more on digital healthcare services. CVS aims to adapt to evolving consumer preferences and market trends while maintaining accessibility to healthcare products and services. This move underscores the company's commitment to remaining competitive and innovative in the pharmacy industry.
Read more: Daily Mail
What’s New [🇰🇪]
Google Permits Online Pharmacies in Kenya to Advertise
In a significant move, Google has given the green light for online pharmacies in Kenya to advertise on its platform. This decision is poised to have a major impact on the digital healthcare landscape in Kenya, granting these pharmacies increased visibility and reach. Google's decision underscores its commitment to supporting local businesses while upholding strict advertising standards to ensure the availability of safe and reliable healthcare services for Kenyan consumers.
Read more: Business Daily
What’s New [🇯🇵]
Nippon Chukyoku Partners with Anyo Online to Deliver Prescription Pediatric Medication in Japan
Nippon Chouzai is collaborating with "Anyo Online," an online pediatric medical service. Their pharmacies in Aichi, Gifu, and Tokyo will now deliver prescription drugs after online consultations on "Anyo Online." This partnership allows patients to receive medications conveniently near their homes after consulting with doctors online. Nippon Chouzai aims to support busy parents and contribute to healthcare by providing quality medical services. The company operates pharmacies across Japan and is committed to addressing healthcare needs.
Read more: PR Times [Article in Japanese]. Google Translate in English here.
Country Insights [🇸🇪]
eCommerce Thrives in Online Pharmacies Amidst Decline in Sweden
The online pharmacy is "a clear standout" among the eCommerce industries. This is what Postnord writes in the eBarometer for the second quarter of 2023. In a situation when eCommerce overall decreased by four percent compared to the same period last year, online pharmacy trading increased by 21 percent. Along with online pharmacies, there were two more industries that did not go backwards. Sales of sports, leisure products and clothing sales increased by a modest percent as well.
Read more: LakemedelsVarlden [Article in Swedish]. Google Translate in English here.
Editor’s Choice 🌍
Online Pharmacy Disapo Joins the European Association of ePharmacies
Cross-border online pharmacy Disapo.de has become a member of the European Association of ePharmacies (EAEP). The addition of Disapo.de further substantiates the expertise and fruitful exchange of best practices within the group, with a particular focus on the cross-border dimension of digital health services in Europe. As a member of EAEP, Disapo.de aims to contribute to discussions and initiatives aimed at ensuring the safe and reliable supply of pharmaceuticals online, promoting transparency, and upholding the best interests of patients and consumers across Europe.
Read more: European Association of ePharmacies
Manufacturers & Retailers Hiring Now:
Discover actively recruiting positions in the ePharmacy Industry below:
SCM ERP/SAP Business Expert, Takeda [🇸🇰]
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Supply Planner, Pfizer [🇩🇪]
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Digital Champion, Sanofi [🇧🇪]
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Global Digital Manager, Perrigo [🇫🇷]
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Farmacist eCommerce, Dr. Max [🇷🇴]
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