Chain drug retailing may never see another Turley
Stew Turley passed away last month, a victim of deteriorating health and advancing age.
Bill Schiffner
Garnier unveils Fructis Hair Filler collections
Garnier Fructis, a key player in the mass haircare space, is taking strides to provide professional-strength technology that reverses up to one year of visible damage in one use with the launch of the Garnier Fructis Hair Filler product line.
McKesson invites community pharmacists to unite and push the industry forward
Registration is now open for McKesson ideaShare in New Orleans from June 23–26, 2024. The annual event is the destination for community pharmacists to come together to strengthen the overall health of pharmacy and elevate the role they play in people’s lives.
Conversations with WE looks at the journeys of two industry leaders
With a nod to this year’s International Women’s Day theme, Inspire Inclusion, the latest edition of Conversations with WE focused on the journeys of two female industry leaders.
Family Dollar to close nearly 1,000 stores
The Family Dollar discount chain said Wednesday that it will close around 1,000 stores. The announcement came as the chain’s parent company, Dollar Tree, announced its fourth-quarter fiscal results for 2023.
CMS issues statement following health care payer and provider roundtable on the cyberattack on Change Healthcare
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure participated in a roundtable with senior Administration leaders to hear from health care providers about the challenges they are experiencing following the cyberattack on UnitedHealth Group’s subsidiary Change He
Claire’s announces national roll out at Walgreens
Claire’s announced a collaboration with Walgreens to bring the brand’s assortment of fashion accessories and products to more than 4,400 Walgreens locations nationwide by the end of this month.
Oral care brand Boka launches at CVS Pharmacy
Boka, the mindful oral care brand on a mission to create products with proven ingredients and feel-good formulas, announced nationwide expansion into CVS Pharmacy.
Carter speaking at NCPA 2024 Congressional Pharmacy Fly-In
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The National Community Pharmacists Association announced that Rep. Buddy Carter (R, Ga.) will be giving remarks at its upcoming Congressional Pharmacy Fly-In. The fly-in will be taking place April 17-18, 2024, in Alexandria, Va., and Washington, D.C.
Cantu Beauty partners with Skai Jackson
STAMFORD, Conn. – Cantu Beauty, an industry leader in textured hair care, is thrilled to announce its latest brand ambassador, Skai Jackson, an actress and bestselling author, renowned for her authenticity and commitment to empowering young women.
Lilly teams with Amazon to deliver Zepbound and other drugs
Eli Lilly announced Wednesday a new partnership with Amazon for home delivery of certain prescription drugs, such as its popular weight loss therapy Zepbound, for patients using its direct-to-consumer service, LillyDirect.
Nature’s Truth hits Number 1 with independent Rx for third year in a row
BOHEMIA, N.Y. – Piping Rock Health Product announced that its brand, Nature’s Truth, is the number one vitamin brand in Independent Pharmacy for the third year in a row, according to HRG’s (Hamacher Resource Group, Inc.) proprietary PAC data, 52 weeks ending 12/31/2023.
Essentia launches Hydroboost, the brand’s first flavored + functional water
Essentia Water, the pioneer of ionized alkaline water in the U.S., is taking hydration to the next level with all-new Essentia Hydroboost, the brand’s first-ever flavored and functional water innovation designed to keep fans hydrated while pursuing their goals.
PQA to sell all shares in PQS to Innovaccer
The PQA board of directors has voted to sell all of PQA’s shares in Pharmacy Quality Solutions (PQS) to Innovaccer, and the transaction has been completed. This is an exciting opportunity for all organizations involved.
KNAPP launches shuttle for freezer applications
KNAPP, a global leader of intelligent intralogistics solutions, today announced that they will commence sale and implementation of their industry leading OSR shuttle technology for cold chain applications and projects.
Rite Aid becomes Copia’s first retail pharmacy partner to reduce food waste
Rite Aid today announced its partnership with food surplus tracking and donation platform Copia, as it furthers its efforts to reduce waste and make a meaningful impact in the California communities it serves.