Becker's Healthcare November 19, 2024
Alexandra Murphy

A new survey from Wolters Kluwer Health reveals how changes in the pharmacy and retail healthcare environment are influencing consumer attitudes and behaviors toward medication access and care.

The survey titled Pharmacy Next: Health Consumer Medication Trends highlights concerns about pharmacy closures, rising prescription costs and increasing interest in technology to support medication management, according to a Nov. 19 news release from Wolters Kluwer Health.

As major pharmacy chains like CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid announce the closure of approximately 2,600 stores, 59% of Americans are worried about obtaining medications close to home. Despite the growth of PBMs, 16% of those surveyed prefer using online pharmacies, signaling a demand...

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