Standley: Rite Aid is poised to make gains
Rite Aid Corp.’s flagging stock price notwithstanding, the chain has “great opportunities for growth,” chief executive officer John Standley said this month at the annual JP Morgan Healthcare Conference.
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Hail Mary bid to save Sears stores
At presstime, Sears Holdings Corp. chairman Eddie Lampert submitted a revised bid in a last-ditch attempt to save the retailer from liquidation.
CVS buys up Ritzman Pharmacies
CVS Health has acquired Ritzman Pharmacies and has plans to close almost all of its 20 Ohio stores and transfer the prescription files. Terms were not disclosed. Ritzman’s units in Akron and Berlin will be rebranded CVS Pharmacy.
SDM’s new cannabis platform
Shoppers Drug Mart (SDM) recently launched its online platform for the sale of medical cannabis, providing patients with a single, trusted source for all their cannabis therapy needs.
Tracking inventory in ever-changing industries
In recent years, a transforming economy and disruptive technology have converged to change the landscape of the consumer packaged goods industry.
CVS to open health-focused concept stores in February
During a presentation at the 37th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference here, CVS Health chief executive officer Larry Merlo talked about the efforts that have already taken place to integrate Aetna into its business.
Government shutdown having major effect on FDA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has roughly five weeks of funding left to review new drug applications during the shutdown, commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb reported this past week on Twitter.
Swisse Wellness rolls out new immune-supporting duo
Swisse Wellness has announced the debut of two new products Immune Forte and Vitamin C + Manuka Honey. The immune boosting duo is the latest addition to Swisse’s portfolio of premium, naturally-sourced supplements (including the clinically-trialedUltivite).
Aurobindo gets FDA nod for eletriptan hydrobromide tablets
Aurobindo Pharma has received final approval from U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its Abbreviated New Drug Application for eletriptan hydrobromide tablets, 20 mg and 40 mg.
Chris Hemsworth ready to inspire health and happiness with Swisse Wellness
Swisse Wellness, Australia’s No.1 brand in vitamins and supplements, announces today a global partnership with international actor Chris Hemsworth as its newest Global Brand Ambassador.
PepsiCo’s $500,000 investment helped food banks around the world in 2018
PepsiCo, one of the world’s leading food and beverage companies, and The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN), a nonprofit organization that develops and supports food banks in more than 30 countries, delivered more than 85 million servings of fresh food to communities in need in 2018 as part of their p
Aurobindo’s Acrotech Biopharma to acquire oncology products from Spectrum Pharmaceuticals
Aurobindo Pharma announces the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire a portfolio of seven branded oncology injectable products from Spectrum Pharmaceuticals Inc. The acquisition also brings-in an experienced branded commercial infrastructure in the U.S.
Garnier Fructis unveils new study, in-shower hair styler
A new survey conducted by OnePoll, on behalf of Garnier Fructis, revealed that if women had extra time in their day, 49% would use it to sleep, while others would read (36%) or exercise (29%).
bubly keeps it in the family with Bublé Super Bowl ad
bubly, PepsiCo’s sparkling water brand that is full of flavor and personalité, will debut its first-ever Super Bowl advertisement with a :30 in-game spot titled “Can I have a bublé?,” featuring four-time Grammy award-winning singer Michael Bublé.
CVS, Walmart reach new PBM network deal
CVS Health and Walmart today announced the companies have reached a multi-year agreement on terms under which Walmart will continue participating in the CVS Caremark pharmacy benefit management (PBM) commercial and Managed Medicaid retail pharmacy networks.
Express Scripts recognized for supplier diversity
ST. LOUIS – Express Scripts, part of Cigna Corp., was recently named “Corporation of the Year” for its commitment to sustainable strategic partnerships with minority business enterprises by the Mid-States Minority Supplier Development Council (Mid-States MSDC).