CVS Health completes Aetna acquisition
Just after the Thanksgiving weekend, CVS Health announced that it has completed its acquisition of Aetna, establishing CVS Health as the nation’s premier health innovation company.
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U.S. Farm Bill expected to be voted on as early as next week
The final 2018 U.S. Farm Bill could be voted on next week. The bill would legalize hemp cultivation and could be a catalyst for explosive growth in a emerging industry that some analysts forecast could top $20 billion by 2022.
Rite Aid Foundation offers drug safety program in Pennsylvania
In an effort to help address adolescent drug abuse and misuse in Pennsylvania, The Rite Aid Foundation is bringing the Prescription Drug Safety program, an innovative digital course about prescription drug abuse prevention, to Scranton-area high schools.
Online cosmetics retailer Birchbox debuts inside Walgreens
Birchbox has arrived at Walgreens. The online cosmetics retailer made its debut earlier this month at several Walgreens locations across the U.S. and at the Duane Reade here on Spring Street.
NACDS’ Anderson reflects on President George H.W. Bush
This week, NACDS joined with the nation in looking back on the life and leadership of former President George H.W. Bush.
CBDfx ramps up CBD gummy line with hemp legalization pending
CBD industry leader CBDfx has sped up production of their CBD products this week, including popular new Turmeric & Spirulina Gummies, on the heels of what they expect to be explosive demand.
Loblaw expands exclusive PC Insiders subscription program
Loblaw Cos. has opened up the PC Insiders subscription program to all 16 million PC Optimum loyalty members.
Cardinal Health elects Losh to its board of directors
Cardinal Health today announced that its board of directors has elected J. Michael Losh as an independent director effective December 5. Losh will serve as the chairman of the Audit Committee.
GMDC’s Ann McConnell to retire; James Engstrom named as successor
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Leading retail industry trade association Global Market Development Center (GMDC) has announced that Ann McConnell will retire as vice president of finance and administration at the end of the year.
Coty rolls out Clairol Color Expert for the Google Assistant
Coty has introduced the first at-home hair color Action for the Google Assistant on Google Home smart speakers and smartphones.
Lysol develops cold and flu education and prevention program
Lysol is launching the One Less Sick Day initiative, an innovative cold & flu education and prevention program with the goals of helping to protect students against germs and reducing the number of sick days this school year.
Vaseline delivering free “#SaveMySkin Kits” to consumers nationwide
With Winter right around the corner, dropping temperatures and low humidity isn’t great news for your skin, especially for cold-weather dwellers. Luckily, Vaseline has a solution for the winter blues just in time for the busy holiday season.
Kellogg’s launches new snacks from Cheez-It, Pringles and Rice Krispies Treats
Kellogg’s is launching three delicious snack innovations packed with even more flavor and texture than ever before.
Walgreens, FedEx announce Rx delivery service
Walgreens and FedEx Corp. on Thursday announced a nationwide rollout of next-day prescription delivery service, bringing together Walgreens extensive network of neighborhood pharmacy locations with the FedEx air-and-ground delivery network to enhance convenience for patients to fill prescriptions.
Leading U.K. hair fiber brand forges partnership with H-E-B
Nanogen, the U.K.’s No. 1 hair thickening brand, announces their partnership with H-E-B to bring their revolutionary Thickening Hair Fibres and select top-selling SKUs to select locations in Texas.
Study finds adults actively managing prescriptions ahead of time
Prescription drug coverage benefits can be confusing at times. However, nearly half of all adults take steps to manage their drug benefit before the new year, according to a survey conducted by leading specialty and home delivery pharmacy AllianceRx Walgreens Prime.