MinuteClinic expands Video Visit to 3 more states
CVS Health announced Tuesday that MinuteClinic, the company’s retail medical clinic, has rolled out its video visit offering in the states of Colorado, Illinois and New Jersey.
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Project lifeline community partner, researcher to be honored at NACDS Foundation Dinner
ARLINGTON, Va. – Project Lifeline – a community partnership and research program initiated by the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation to address substance use disorder (SUD) – will take center stage at the upcoming NACDS Foundation Dinner.
Kellogg Co. awarded Best Economic Empowerment Program at U.S. Chamber Foundation Citizens Awards
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Corporate Citizenship Center named Kellogg Co. the winner of the 2019 Citizens Awards, in the category of Best Economic Empowerment Program.
Acosta reveals top 20 CPG industry predictions for 2020
Acosta has compiled their top 20 CPG predictions for 2020, including higher demand for pet products, integration of the in-store and online shopping experience and non-traditional channel growth.
CRN demonstrates commitment to advance nutrition education
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the leading trade association for the dietary supplement and functional food industry, today announced that three students from the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University were given educational awards to attend The Workshop: C
Sally Beauty Holdings recognized by Women’s Forum of New York
Sally Beauty Holdings was recently honored at the 2019 Breakfast of Corporate Champions, hosted by the Women’s Forum of New York, for the company’s role in advancing gender parity in the boardroom.
Upsher-Smith adds Zembrace SymTouch (sumatriptan) Injection to program
Upsher-Smith announced Monday that it has added Zembrace SymTouch (sumatriptan) Injection 3 mg to its Access Pathways Platinum Pass Program – a savings and support program where eligible patients pay $0 per prescription.
Ocean Spray appoints new CFO
Ocean Spray announced Monday that Daniel Cunha has joined the farmer-owned cooperative as chief financial officer (CFO), effective November 11, 2019. Cunha joins Ocean Spray from Tangram Partners where he was a cofounder.
Biofourmis announces acquisition of Biovotion AG
BOSTON – Biofourmis has reached an agreement to acquire Zürich, Switzerland-based Biovotion AG, a leading developer of a cutting-edge clinical-grade wearable biosensor platform.
Biofourmis forms alliance with Novartis
BOSTON – Biofourmis announced Monday it has been selected by Novartis, a global healthcare company, to collaborate on a commercial project for managing patients with heart failure (HF) beginning in Southeast Asia, with potential plans to expand globally.
Walmart names McLay Sam’s Club CEO
Walmart has promoted Kathryn McLay to lead Sam’s Club as the division’s new president and chief executive officer. McLay succeeds John Furner, who was elevated last month to the role of president and CEO of Walmart’s U.S. division.
Digimarc brings Scan & Shop technology to Walmart’s Toy Catalog
Digimarc Corp. said that Walmart has activated its seasonal toy catalog utilizing Digimarc technology. For the first time, customers with Apple iOS and Google Android devices can use their phones to shop for the hottest toys of the holiday season right from the pages of Walmart’s toy catalog.
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.
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.