From synthetic data to real-world data, from patient engagement to patient stratification, from combination trials to master protocols and from fully decentralized through hybrid to onsite trials, the world of clinical development is undergoing major changes. Fifty executives share their predictions around clinical trial trends for the year ahead.

US vaccination campaign will pick up speed now that access is broadening, leaders from Operation Warp Speed, Pfizer, Moderna, McKesson and CVS Health say at a J.P. Morgan panel discussion.

The pharmacy will be ready to begin COVID-19 vaccinations 48 hours after receiving the vaccine, Merlo said, outlining plans for a mass vaccination effort that will include online appointments.

Walgreens, CVS and Rite Aid encourage social distancing by offering OTC drugs and vitamins in drive-through services previously limited to Rx drugs windows. Walgreens also is restricting purchases of some items to prevent shortages.