UNFI names Andre Persaud president and CEO of Retail
United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) announced the appointment of Andre Persaud as president and chief executive officer of Retail, effective November 6, 2023.
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BJ’s Wholesale entering Alabama
BJ’s Wholesale Club announced it is opening its first club in Alabama on Nov. 10, in the town of Madison. With the opening, Alabama becomes the 20th state with a BJ’s membership warehouse club. “As we gear up for the holiday season, we can’t wait to bring BJ’s unbeatable value and convenience
Listerine’s new clinical solutions line will tackle top oral care issues
Kenvue showcased an extension to its Listerine line, Listerine Clinical Solutions, at the American Dental Association’s SmileCon 2023 earlier this month.
Upcoming NCPA items for pharmacy teams in November
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The National Community Pharmacists Association is pleased to announce these upcoming events for pharmacists and pharmacy team members: Registration is open for the Pathways to Pharmacy Ownership cohort kicking off in early 2024.
Walmart celebrates 117 re-grand openings
On Friday, November 3, Walmart plans to host “Second Best Day” celebrations for 117 stores nationwide, marking the largest single-day rollout of re-grand openings for remodeled stores in company history.
Rx staff from CVS, Walgreens stores begin three-day walkout
According to published reports, some employees at CVS Health Corp and Walgreens Boots Alliance’s pharmacies launched a three-day walkout starting Monday to push the companies to improve working conditions and add more staff to their stores.
Rite Aid to offer After Work Wednesday walk-in clinic
PHILADELPHIA – With fall routines and busy schedules in full swing, it can be tough to focus on your health.
Aetna CVS Health individual and family plans now offered in 17 states
Aetna, a CVS Health company, will now offer its Aetna CVS Health co-branded insurance product, providing affordable access to quality health care for more Americans, on the individual insurance exchange marketplace in select counties in 17 states. Enrollment begins November 1 at www.aetnacvshealth.
Meijer honors six winners of its Legacy Awards
Meijer has announced the winners of its 2023 Legacy Awards, which the retailer describes as the highest recognition a Meijer team member can receive.
HDA launches new communications initiative
The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) launched a new initiative, “We Are Health Delivered,” to underscore the pharmaceutical distribution’s industry’s united commitment to delivering health to communities across America.
Health Equity Summit examines troubling health gaps
Speaking earlier this month at the Health Equity Summit presented by Kearney and Chain Drug Review, Dr. David Ansell brought the vexing problem of persistent health disparities in the U.S. into sharp focus.
Amazon’s Q3 results beat expectations
Amazon.com Inc. reported third-quarter revenue and earnings that topped analysts’ forecasts, and the e-commerce giant said it expects fourth-quarter net sales to be between $160 billion and $167 billion, which would be an increase of between 7% and 12% compared with the fourth quarter of 2022.
Unilever announces new chief financial officer, other leadership changes
Unilever today announced Fernando Fernandez as its new Chief Financial Officer after a thorough internal and external search process.
Walmart and Sam’s Club to provide safe medication disposal at Drug Take Back Day event in New York
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart and Sam’s Club are hosting in-person medication disposal events at select store and club locations across the country on Saturday, Oct. 28. The event is part of the DEA’s biannual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Dollar General announces holiday promotions
As shoppers continue to seek value and added savings on everyday necessities and for the approaching gift-giving season, Dollar General (DG) announced planned promotions and discounts slated to run through the holidays.
Aurobindo receives FDA approval for febuxostat tablets
EAST WINDSOR, N.J. – Aurobindo Pharma Limited has received final approval from U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its Abbreviated New Drug Application febuxostat tablets, 40mg and 80mg.