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Drug Store Group Launches Immunization Initiative

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After winning the CDC grant, NACDS released a request for proposals in February 2016 seeking pharmacies and healthcare entities that would be willing to collaborate in order to boost immunization rates. Hy-Vee, the University of Nebraska Medical Center, and Nebraska Health Network, and the University of Iowa Health Alliance.

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Why Telemedicine Is Making Major Progress Nationally

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With HR departments starting to embrace the technology, telemedicine is on track to see massive growth in 2016. According to a new American Telemedicine Association report, states are doing better than ever at lowering regulatory barriers to allow the practice. The report jibes with positive growth in telemedicine in general.

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Airlines, Private Companies Take Stab at Getting Around TSA’s Lines

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That growth (in the first four months of 2016, the company tripled its enrollment, compared to 2015, according to The Wall Street Journal ) led Delta to buy a partial ownership stake in the company. A Bloomberg report highlighted the frustration of some passengers, who believe the approach is unfair. Former Nebraska Sen.