First Quality joins Caregiver Action Network’s Corporate Leadership Council
The partnership will focus on supporting family caregivers with loved ones managing incontinence.
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Nature's Truth is No. 1 in independent pharmacy for fourth year in a row
Nature’s Truth also remains the top brand in the independent pharmacy subcategories of single-letter vitamins; herbals and botanicals; specialty supplements; and mineral supplements, increasing its share in all four.
Kroger names Mary Ellen Adcock chief merchandising and marketing officer
She succeeds Stuart Aitken, who will step down from his role as senior vice president and chief merchandising and marketing officer at the end of the year.
CVS, Cigna and UnitedHealth sue FTC, claiming PBM probe violates rights
This is the latest move in a bitter legal fight between the three largest pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, in the U.S. and the FTC.
Three health care distribution industry trends to watch
The latest Factbook reveals that approximately 95 percent of all pharmaceutical sales moved through the traditional distribution segment in 2023, among other key findings.
Publix appoints Doug Stalbaum vice president of finance
The announcement was made by CEO Kevin Murphy, who highlighted Stalbaum’s extensive experience and contributions to the company since joining in 2019.
Meijer plans to deliver four million meals to neighbors in need for Thanksgiving
During Thanksgiving week, when a customer includes Meijer brand food in their purchase, Meijer's Simply Give program will benefit a neighbor in need.
National Diabetes Awareness Month: Shining a spotlight on Hispanic Americans
As part of National Diabetes Awareness Month, Cardinal Health is focusing on the Hispanic American population, which is one of the top high-risk populations for diabetes.
Circana’s Year-End 2024 Food and Beverage Market Outlook sees growth for 2025
Dollar sales in the F&B sector rose by 2.6% this year, driven by a 1.6% increase in price/mix and a 1.1% boost in volume sales.
Greater Than One launches Greater Reach Model
The model, based on Greater Than One's proprietary technology, leverages nearly 25 years of data and health industry marketing experience, enabling the agency to predict and achieve measurable improvements in a client's marketing performance.
Trump picks Dr. Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid
Oz said in a post on social media website X he was looking forward "to serving my country to Make America Healthy Again under" Kennedy's leadership.
U.S. News recognizes Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D companies for top beneficiary benefits
Seven national companies awarded for performance in screening & prevention, care continuity and highest satisfaction.
PLMA show celebrates 'The Store Brands Phenomenon'
“One in two U.S. grocery shoppers consider a store’s private brand when choosing where to shop. And nine in 10 are likely to continue to buy private brands even if grocery prices decline.”
Wolters Kluwer: Amid retail pharmacy closures, 59% of Americans fear losing easy access to essential medications
With more drugstore and retail clinic closures announced, American consumers are worried about accessing affordable care nearby while many are more open to new technologies like AI chatbots and QR codes to support their medication needs.
Research shows banks can boost fraud detection by more than ten-fold through better collaboration
Just one in four (27%) financial service and online retail businesses in EMEA currently employ consortia or fraud insight exchange initiatives.
