Circana reports prestige beauty sector up for first half of 2025
U.S. prestige beauty market grew by 2% to $16 billion, while sales at mass merchants increased 4% to $34.6 billion in first half of 2025.
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OptimizeRx Corp. announces leadership promotions
These changes reflect the strength of the company’s leadership bench and CEO Steve Silvestro’s commitment to aligning talent and structure with OptimizeRx’s long-term strategic objectives under his management.
Washington, D.C. man in the running for the Most Benevolent Beard in America
Now in its fourth year, the contest is part of the grooming company's ongoing mission to recognize and reward those who embody their philosophy of making the world a better – or 'bearder' – place to live.
Reimagining drug stores as gateways to wellness
By Rachel Tetreault, general manager for omnichannel health care at Market Performance Group
Cencora settles suit over alleged opioid mismanagement
The lawsuit brought by pension funds accused Cencora’s leadership of ignoring red flags around how the company was dispensing the highly addictive painkillers for years — including dubiously large opioid shipments — and failing to properly monitor opioid sales.
TSE brings an opportunity to empower pharmacy
Steve Anderson, president and chief executive officer of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores looks at attendees embracing technology, advancing public policy and uniting around common goals as the industry prepares for the show.
Illinois expands consumer access to PSE and strengthens support for the system that prevents diversion
"The passage of HB 3087 represents a significant victory for both consumer access and public safety,” said Carlos Gutierrez, vice president of State & Local Government Affairs at CHPA.
The CPG Guys: DIY Retail Media with Ace Hardware's Molly Hjelm
Molly Hjelm is the Corporate VP of Red Vest Media, the retail media division of Ace Hardware.
GoodRx teams with Novo Nordisk to expand access to Ozempic and Wegovy for $499-per-month
Until today, Ozempic has not been available to eligible self-paying patients at this price.
Extrovis AG and Dr. Reddy’s announce the launch of the authorized generic of Carac
Manufactured in Texas at one of Extrovis’ facilities, Dr. Reddy’s Fluorouracil Cream, 0.5%, is indicated for the topical treatment of multiple actinic or solar keratoses of the face and anterior scalp.
Danessa Myricks and Neutrogena launch exclusive ‘Get Glam Ready’ kits at CVS
The collaboration marks a full-circle moment for Myricks, who began her beauty career using a drugstore makeup kit she purchased at CVS.
Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy earns first Gene and Cell Services accreditation
Accreditations were granted by the Accreditation Commission for Healthcare (ACHC) for Gene and Cell Services and Walgreens Central Specialty Pharmacy.
Nutrishare acquires select Coram pharmacy assets to expand services nationwide
This acquisition enables Nutrishare to expand its reach, enhancing services for home TPN consumers nationwide. As part of this growth, Nutrishare will open a new state-of-the-art pharmacy in Arizona in the coming months.
Judge orders Kroger ex-CEO Rodney McMullen to disclose reasons for abrupt departure
McMullen stepped down after more than a decade as CEO following what Kroger described as an investigation into his “personal conduct".
Bayer Aspirin introduces Aspirina to the U.S. pain market
With a deep commitment to Hispanic consumers, Aspirina is poised to provide an accessible and effective solution for pain relief.
RxConnexion and XPedicareRx partner to deliver a PBM-free revenue engine for independents
The joint solution integrates XPedicareRx’s telemedicine into RxConnexion’s full stack of pharmacy-specific technology and services.