Straight Talk with Health Strategists: February 2025 Issue

As Health Strategists, our purpose is to empower patients and employers to thrive by delivering personalized, forward-thinking solutions that change the world of health care. 

How are we changing the world of health care? It starts with one fundamental principle: our purpose. More than just a slogan, it’s the foundation of every decision we make. At the heart of it is our unwavering commitment to always put patients first. This drives us to go beyond the status quo and deliver personalized care that truly matters. 

Better care at a lower cost is no longer just an aspiration; it’s a reality. As a pharmacist-owned and pharmacist-led organization, we offer care that’s both clinically driven and patient-centered. Our forward-thinking approach helps clients and partners stay ahead of the ever-changing market by anticipating shifts and designing flexible solutions to navigate the future with confidence. 

Health Strategists: Changing the World of Health Care

We’re proud to lead the way toward a future where people always come first. Experience the Health Strategists Difference and see how we are changing the world of health care. 

As we look ahead to 2025, the pharmaceutical landscape is gearing up for significant shifts that could reshape the way treatments are prescribed and managed. Health Strategists are closely watching key developments to provide insights and support to help keep patients healthy while better managing costs.

Read on to explore the standout events that could define the year ahead and what they mean for both patients and employers.

Zepbound’s Expanded Use in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: What Employers Need to Know 

Zepbound's new indication adds a game-changing twist to the GLP-1 puzzle. Here's what employers must know for smarter benefits decisions. 

FTC Releases Second Interim Staff Report on Prescription Drug Middlemen

Will 2025 be the tipping point for employers focused on both the health of their employees and their bottom line? Read more in the latest FTC report which reveals massive markups on lifesaving drugs and questionable practices by the “Big 3” PBMs.

Navigating GLP-1 Spending 

Is the unexpected surge in GLP-1 meds catching you off guard? This Drug Store News article shares three tips to prepare for rising costs and coverage.  

HCAA Executive Forum

February 10 - 12, Las Vegas, NV

SIIA Health Care Price Transparency Forum + AI Forum

February 18-20, Indianapolis, Indiana 

True Conversations Webinar: 2025 Drug Pipeline: What It Means for Pharmacy Benefits and the Employee Experience

February 26, 2025, at 11am ET 

Are you attending any of these conferences? Email us at sales@truerx.com to set up a time to connect!