CHPA petitions FDA to establish a clear path for CBD in dietary supplements
The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) submitted on Thursday a citizen petition to the U.S.
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Mylan, Pfizer announce Viatris as the new company name
Mylan and Pfizer announced earlier this week that the name of the new company to be formed by the planned combination of Mylan and Upjohn, a division of Pfizer, will be Viatris (pronounced ‘viǝ-trīs).
Tom’s of Maine shipping recyclable toothpaste tube
Tom’s of Maine has begun shipping a first-of-its-kind recyclable toothpaste tube recognized by the Association of Plastic Recyclers. The tube is designed to be compatible with the No. 2 HDPE plastic stream and will begin shipping just ahead of National Recycling Day on November 15.
Walmart Q3 earnings surge to $3.3 billion
Walmart on Thursday reported that its third-quarter revenue rose 2.5% to $128 billion on strong sales at its U.S. stores and websites. U.S. comparable sales increased 3.2%, extending a four-year streak of quarterly gains. U.S.
Substance use disorder needs pharmacists’ help, NACDS says
ARLINGTON, Va.– Substance use disorder (SUD) treatment could benefit from pharmacists’ accessibility and expertise, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) wrote in detailed letters to 15 Medicaid program directors.
Balanced Health Botanicals receives self-affirmed GRAS status
Balanced Health Botanicals (BHB), parent company of the CBDistillery brand, announced Thursday that the company’s hemp-derived full-spectrum cannabidiol extract, and CBD isolate, has received self-affirmed Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status in accordance with the stringent U.S.
Bartell’s, Salvation Army team for holiday toy drive
In partnership with The Salvation Army and local radio station WARM 106.9, Bartell’s is once again hosting the Toy N’ Joy program. This program is designed to collect new, unwrapped toys for local children during the holidays. Bartell’s has hosted the Toy N’ Joy event for the past 17 years.
Abbott names Robert Ford to succeed Miles White as CEO
Abbott announced that Miles White will be stepping down as chief executive officer on March 31, 2020, after a remarkable 21-year tenure, the second longest for a non-founder in today’s S&P 100. He will remain executive chairman of the board.
Bausch + Lomb and TerraCycle announce donation of custom training modules to Guide Dog Foundation
BRIDGEWATER, N.J. – Bausch + Lomb announced Wednesday the donation of custom training modules to the Guide Dog Foundation, a national not-for-profit that trains guide dogs for people who are blind or visually impaired.
Johnson & Johnson’s Penkowski elected NPC board chair
The National Pharmaceutical Council (NPC) announced that Blasine Penkowski, chief strategic customer officer of Johnson & Johnson Health Care Systems Inc., has been elected chair of NPC’s board of directors for 2019-2020.
The American-Italian Cancer Foundation honors Stefano Pessina
NEW YORK – On Tuesday night, the American-Italian Cancer Foundation (AICF) presented Stefano Pessina, executive vice chairman and chief executive officer of Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) with the Alessandro di Montezemolo Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding career in health care.
Grand prize winners announced for 2019 U.S. OTC Marketing Awards
Five national consumer health care brands were named “grand prize” winners in the U.S. OTC Marketing Awards last night during the CHPA Educational Foundation’s annual gala at the Plaza Hotel in New York.
High Times to feature Charlotte Figi on cover of Female 50 issue
High Times, the most well-known, globally recognized brand in cannabis, announced Tuesday that for the first time, the magazine would feature a child on the cover.
PDC Brands rolls out Cantu Beauty products at Target
This month, PDC Brands’ Cantu Beauty has launched the second phase of Accessories.
Manscaped debuts Essentials Kit at Target
Manscaped, the below-the-waist grooming company providing precision-engineered tools and accessories for a simple and effective manscaping routine, announced today that its Essentials Kit will hit shelves nationwide at Target stores.