Upper East Chemists opens in NYC
Upper East Chemists, a family-owned luxury drug store and neighborhood purveyor of natural health products, is now open at 1401 3rd Avenue at 80th Street.
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CVS expands CarePass program nationwide
CVS Pharmacy announced Monday that customers will be able to enroll in CarePass at participating CVS Pharmacy locations nationwide, or online at CVS.com/carepass.
Packaged Facts looks at beverage trends
The U.S. beverage industry is awash in recent product introductions featuring alternative ingredients, natural or organic positioning, and free-from labeling all marketed to fit the lifestyles of modern consumers.
Aurobindo gets FDA approval for fenofibric acid delayed-release capsules
EAST WINDSOR, N.J. – Aurobindo has received final approval from U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its Abbreviated New Drug Application for fenofibric acid delayed-release capsules, 45 mg and 135 mg.
SheaMoisture rolls out Purple Rice Water collection
AMITYVILLE, N.Y. – SheaMoisture has introduced Purple Rice Water, an exciting new collection spanning across the hair, body and skin care categories. The new SheaMoisture Purple Rice Water collection harnesses the rich history and benefits of the age-old ingredient for hair, skin and body.
Unilever U.S. names Terry Thomas new executive VP of customer development
Unilever U.S. announced Friday that Terry Thomas is the executive vice president of customer development, effective immediately. Thomas succeeds Gina Boswell, who will be retiring after eight successful years at the company.
CVS to address chemical concerns in sunscreens
WOONSOCKET, RI – CVS Health announced it will be taking another step forward in advancing its efforts to remove chemicals of consumer concern by eliminating oxybenzone and octinoxate from nearly 60 CVS Health Store Brand sunscreen products under SPF 50 by the end of 2020.
Bartell’s school tools donation drive supports local students
SEATTLE – Bartell Drugs, in partnership with local radio station STAR 101.5 and World Vision, is helping set students up for success. From August 4 to 30, Bartell’s 17th Annual School Tools program welcomes donations of school supplies and hygiene products.
Mars to unveil Zombie Skittles for Halloween
Mars will be rolling out new Zombie Skittles for just in time for Halloween. Each pack of Zombie Skittles features a mix of five fruity flavors: Petrifying Citrus Punch, Mummified Melon, Boogeyman Blackberry, Chilling Black Cherry, and Blood Red Berry.
Chris Kirchner receives The Rite Aid Foundation’s KidChamp Award
CAMP HILL, Pa. – The Rite Aid Foundation announced Thursday that Chris Kirchner, executive director of the Philadelphia Children’s Alliance (PCA), in Philadelphia, Pa., has been awarded its KidChamp Award.
Randob Labs acquires Chiggerex and E-R-O
CORNWALL, N.Y. – Randob announced Thursday that the company has acquired a portfolio of new brands, including the popular insect first aid remedy for chigger bites, Chiggerex, and ear wax remover E-R-O.
Photo Finale adds Rite Aid to growing client roster
Photo Finale, a leader in white-label photo ecommerce services, announced Rite Aid Corp. has launched its online photo service on the Photo Finale platform. Customers can now order prints, canvas, photo books, gifts and much more at photo.riteaid.com. Rite Aid has 2,466 stores in 18 states.
Walgreens, Bausch Health modify agreement
Walgreens and Bausch Health Companies announced Thursday a modification to their existing fulfillment agreement to bring patients lower prices, increased transparency and convenience for many of Bausch Health’s dermatology products.
HDA issues statement on HHS-FDA “Safe Importation Action Plan”
The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) released the following statement on the release of the “Safe Importation Action Plan” by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA): “Americans are rightly concerned about the rising costs of medicines.
DisposeRx supports NACDS’ statement on the role of community pharmacies in opioid crisis
DisposeRx, a drug disposal company committed to eradicating the misuse of leftover medications in the home medicine cabinet, announced Wednesday its support and affirmation of a statement recently issued by the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) regarding the key role of community pha
RangeMe, Walgreens team for trending products, supplier diversity
RangeMe said Wednesday that Walgreens has joined their platform to more easily access new and diverse suppliers. RangeMe’s technology allows retailers such as Walgreens to access critical information about suppliers, ranging from company background to product specs and samples.