CNBC April 25, 2024
Key Points
– Walgreens said it will start working directly with drugmakers to bring cell and gene therapies to U.S. patients as part of a broader effort to expand its specialty pharmacy services.
– As the company moves to “transform” its specialty pharmacy services, it will open a newly licensed facility in Pittsburgh dedicated to cell and gene therapy services.
– Specialty pharmacies have become a significant player in the U.S. health system, especially as chronic diseases become more prevalent.
Walgreens on Thursday said it will start to work directly with drugmakers to bring cell and gene therapies to U.S. patients as part of a broader expansion of its specialty pharmacy services.
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