Circana launches data partnership, audiences for 12 new GM categories
CHICAGO – Circana, formerly NPD and IRI, has launched Circana Lift for Snap Inc., creator of Snapchat.
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Rep. Miller visits Discount Drug Mart
U.S. Rep. Max Miller (R., Ohio) visited Discount Drug Mart’s corporate headquarters and distribution center, and met with Don Boodjeh, the retailer’s CEO, and other company executives.
Walgreens partners to increase diversity in cancer research
Walgreens and Freenome have established a multi-year relationship to advance clinical studies of the latter’s blood-based tests for the early detection of cancer.
CVS will buy renewable energy
CVS Health will purchase zero-emission, renewable energy from Constellation Energy Corp. equivalent to the annual electricity use of its 147 stores in Michigan.
Hy-Vee opens largest store
Hy-Vee Inc. has debuted a reimagined grocery store here, outside Omaha.
HDA presents DIANA Awards
The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) honored nine pharmaceutical and consumer product manufacturers with Distribution Industry Awards for Notable Achievements in Healthcare (DIANA Awards) at its 2023 Business and Leadership Conference. The DIANA is one of HDA’s highest honors.
Walgreens partnering to provide free HIV testing
DEERFIELD, Ill. _ Walgreens is teaming up with Greater Than HIV, a public information initiative of KFF, along with health departments and community organizations, to provide free HIV testing and counseling as part of the largest National HIV Testing Day event yet.
Former Cardinal Health CEO Mike Kaufmann honored with Nexus Award for lifetime achievement
The Healthcare Distribution Alliance Research Foundation has honored Mike Kaufmann, former CEO of Cardinal Health, with the 2023 Nexus Award for Lifetime Achievement.
MinuteClinic awarded sixth consecutive Ambulatory Health Care Accreditation
MinuteClinic has received its sixth consecutive Ambulatory Health Care Accreditation from The Joint Commission. Since 2006 — when it was the first retail medical clinic in the U.S.
CVS promotes Wier to VP of store brands
WOONSOCKET, R.I. _ Michael Wier has been promoted to vice president of store brands at CVS Health. He had been executive director – divisional merchandise manager for consumer health and wellness since August 2020.
NACDS implores North Carolina Senate to advance PBM bill
with customized content unique to North Carolina — applauds the state government
Rite Aid names Sabatino chief legal officer
PHILADELPHIA _ Thomas Sabatino has joined Rite Aid as chief legal officer. He will play a pivotal role in the company’s strategy to help create meaningful customer, client, and member experiences for millions of Americans.
Aurigene Pharmaceutical Services to expand biologics CDMO capacity with a new biomanufacturing facility
Aurigene Pharmaceutical Services Limited (Aurigene), a contract research, development, and manufacturing services organization and a step-down subsidiary of Dr.
Hy-Vee launches new Hy-Vee Healthy You subscription service
Hy-Vee announces the launch of Hy-Vee Healthy You, a new health and wellness subscription service designed by Hy-Vee dietitians to help individuals develop healthier lifestyles through personalized nutrition counseling, preventative health screenings and more.
CVS beats first quarter revenue and earnings projections
CVS Health posted first quarter sales and earnings that topped Wall Street’s forecasts. Revenue for the period ended March 31 rose 11% to $85.3 billion, exceeding analysts’ projected $80.79 billion. Adjusted earnings of $2.20 per share beat the average estimate of $2.09.
Study: Dollar stores converging with traditional grocery and mass retail
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Dollar stores continue to be the fastest growing retail channel today, both in terms of the number of new stores and the number of shopping visits. The deep discount sector is also the fastest growing retail channel for food purchases, with an 89.