Video Forum: Marty Esarte, Walgreens
In this week’s Video Forum, Marty Esarte, group vice president of owned brands at Walgreens, discusses efforts to strengthen the drug chain’s already robust assortment of private label merchandise.
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CHPA announces senior management changes to communications department and educational foundation
WASHINGTON – The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) today announced senior staff changes to its Communications Department and Educational Foundation.
Aurobindo gets FDA approval for prazosin hydrochloride capsules
EAST WINDSOR, N.J. – Aurobindo Pharma Limited has received final approval from U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its Abbreviated New Drug Application prazosin hydrochloride capsules USP, 1mg, 2mg and 5mg.
Video Forum: Lokesh Ohri, EY, Part 2
In the conclusion of a two-part interview, Lokesh Ohri, Americas consumer consulting leader and a principal at EY, talks about major retailers’ use of technology and their growing scope in health care and media.
Texas federal judge suspends FDA approval of abortion pill
According to published reports, U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk on Friday suspended the Food and Drug Administration’s longtime approval of key abortion pill mifepristone, though he gave the government a week to appeal his decision.
The need to ensure access to quality assured COVID-19 vaccines remains
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services plans to end the federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency on May 11, but ensuring access to novel vaccines to meet future needs continues to be imperative.
Mars and Sheila G’s Brownie Brittle team up
Second Nature Brands, a national leader in snacks and treats, is announcing the latest innovation from the newest brand in its portfolio.
Walmart outlines growth strategy
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart is using its two-day 2023 Investment Community meeting to provide details of its investment approach.
Tony the Tiger and Mission Tiger partner with Albertsons, Vons and Pavilions
Being part of a local community means making a positive impact and giving back.
HHS finalizes rule to strengthen Medicare, improve access to affordable prescription drug coverage
Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), is finalizing a rule to put people with Medicare first and put strong protections in place so that Medicare Advantage (MA) works for them.
McKesson ideaShare registration now open
Registration is now open for McKesson ideaShare in Las Vegas from June 22–25, 2023. McKesson ideaShare is the nation’s premier community pharmacy annual education and networking event, hosted by McKesson, Health Mart, and Health Mart Atlas.
AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy study reveals fertility order review program medication waste/loss
A recent study assessing the value of a specialty pharmacy order review program revealed the program prevented waste for those who received injectable fertility medications, helping to positively impact patient adherence and outcomes.
J&J proposes paying $8.9B to settle talcum powder lawsuits
According to published reports, Johnson & Johnson is offering nearly $9 billion to cover allegations that its baby power containing talc caused cancer, more than quadrupling the amount that the company had previously set aside to pay for its potential liability.
Aurobindo receives FDA nod for nitrofurantoin capsules
EAST WINDSOR, N.J. – Aurobindo Pharma Limited has received final approval from U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its Abbreviated New Drug Application nitrofurantoin capsules USP (Monohydrate/Macrocrystals) 100mg.
Leavitt Partners report explores pharmacy data interoperability
and the importance of supporting pharmacy data interoperability so that more pharmacies have even greater abilities to provide expanded clinical services to the patients who rely on them.
Eir Partners takes a majority stake in Gifthealth
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Gifthealth, a leading pharmaceutical software company built to streamline the Rx experience through intelligent scripts, secured a growth investment from Eir Partners, a Miami-based private equity firm that invests in high-growth healthcare companies.