Retailers warn SNAP restrictions threaten consumer access
Retail associations urge USDA to extend the implementation timeline and clarify national definitions of restricted foods.
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2025 PBM audit insights: What pharmacies need to know heading into 2026
By Harini Bupathi, Esq. partner, Frier Levitt’s Life Sciences Group
Kroger Health and Hy-Vee to co-host second annual Nourishing Change Conference
The event will gather leaders from public and private sectors to discuss how retail can improve health outcomes nationwide.
Hiring stalls as US private sector sheds 32,000 jobs
Losses in trade, transport and leisure point to consumer-facing sectors under pressure as employers pull back on hiring.
New local data in GSK and IQVIA's Vaccine Track supports smarter public health action at the community level
New analysis of metro-area data reveals wide variation in adult vaccination trends across the US and points to opportunities for local action.
M&M'S is teaming up with Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi for Halloweekend
Halloween is falling on a Friday for the first time in more than a decade, which means more celebrations, more trick-or-treaters and more fun.
Walmart moves to eliminate synthetic dyes across all private brand foods
The company said it is removing synthetic dyes and more than 30 other ingredients.
FMI praises proposal revising costly refrigeration rule
“This revised proposal is critical to preventing the rule from unnecessarily driving up grocery prices."
Amazon unveils new private label brand
Unified brand brings together Amazon Fresh and Happy Belly customer favorites and new offerings.
Giant Eagle lowers prices on key products through the end of 2025
Prices of more than 300 items across 28 product categories will be reduced by an average of 17%.
CVS Health remains committed to Nashville with $120,000 investment in Cul2vate’s “Roots and Roofs” initiative
Investment strengthens local organizations to advance food access, workforce development, and housing stability in underserved communities.
Aetna 2026 Medicare Advantage aims to deliver access to affordable, personalized care
Leveraging the strength of the CVS Health family of companies to deliver differentiated member experiences.
Kraft Mac & Cheese and PopUp Bagels team up to drop a new limited-edition schmear
Grip, Rip, Dip and enjoy Kraft Mac & Cream Cheese schmear at all PopUp Bagels locations for a limited time this month.
Advantage and Instacart partner to deliver real-time shelf insights
Instacart and Advantage Solutions are partnering to provide CPGs with real-time visibility into on-shelf conditions, enabling brands to identify gaps and take immediate action.
NACDS and NCPA issue statements on White House pharmaceutical website and drug-pricing announcement
“The President’s announcement reflects the reality that pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) tactics are exploding Americans’ prescription drug costs, and this action is an attempt to strike a blow against the PBMs’ manipulation and self-enrichment in the prescription drug supply chain."
CRN criticizes FDA over drug preclusion ruling
FDA declined to issue guidance or rulemaking, which CRN said will stifle innovation and perpetuate conflict between supplement makers and pharmaceutical companies.