04/02/2026
This is why independent pharmacy matters.
Across the country, owners are speaking up, and it’s a reminder of just how much heart, grit, and commitment lives inside community pharmacy. Yesterday, pharmacists showed up to meet with Senator Tim Kaine to solve problems in real time, and take care of patients in ways that don’t always fit neatly into a system.
Independent pharmacies are continuing to advocate, evolve, and push for a better path forward. Because our patients deserve access, answers, and care that actually feels personal.
Proud to be part of a profession that keeps showing up, no matter what.
Thank you, Kelly Kale at Olde Towne Pharmacy for leading this charge yesterday!
https://www.wavy.com/news/health/mom-and-pop-pharmacy-owners-say-relief-is-needed-soon-if-they-are-to-survive/
U.S. Senator Tim Kaine Virginia Pharmacy Association
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (WAVY) — Independent pharmacy owners say relief from low reimbursement payments from pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, is needed soon if they are too survive. In a roundta…