CDR
higi expands relationship with Kroger
CHICAGO – higi announced an expanded relationship with Kroger Co., whose Roundy’s Supermarkets will now offer higi smart health stations as a resource to all consumers who visit their stores.
Nicorette and Dale Earnhardt Jr. launch new Nicorette Coated Ice Mint Lozenges
For more than 20 years, Nicorette has been a leader in helping smokers fight cravings so they can successfully quit. On Tuesday, Nicorette unveiled new Nicorette Coated Ice Mint Lozenges, the first-ever coated lozenge, in partnership with former smoker and NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Mars Wrigley unveils new products at Sweets & Snacks
Mars Wrigley Confectionery announced on Tuesday its 2020 merchandising recommendations and debuting new products at the National Confectioners Association Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago.
Hallmark named Greeting Card Brand of the Year in 2019 Harris Poll EquiTrend Study
Greetings industry leader, Hallmark Cards, is once again named Greeting Card Brand of the Year in Harris Poll’s 2019 EquiTrend Study for the ninth year in a row.
Walmart unveils site plan for new campus
Walmart officials said work on a new corporate campus is set to begin here in July. Walmart expects to relocate employees in stages, beginning next year and ending around 2024, when work on the company’s “dream home” is completed.
Glenmark gets FDA’s nod for generic Vesicare
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals has gotten the okay from the Food and Drug Administration for solifenacin succinate tablets, in 5 mg and 10 mg dosages strengths. Solifenacin succinate tablets are the generic of Astellas Pharma’s Vesicare tablets, 5 mg and 10 mg.
Community pharmacists unite, learn, grow at McKesson ideaShare
McKesson ideaShare 2019 is the leading conference designed to help independent pharmacy owners and their staff grow their skills and build a stronger business.
Surescripts releases new survey
The complex specialty prescribing process consumes a disproportionate amount of time and effort according to a new Surescripts survey of health care providers. For example, nearly 40% of providers surveyed said it can take up to two weeks to get their patients started on specialty therapy.
PBMs support increased transparency in prescription drug supply chain
As the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health examines ways to bring more transparency to prescription drug prices, the Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) is confirming its principles on transparency in the prescription drug supply chain.
Coty appoints new marketing head
Coty appointed Fiona Hughes as chief marketing officer, Coty Consumer Beauty, and as a member of the executive committee, effective June 12, 2019, reporting to Pierre Laubies, Coty chief executive officer and consumer beauty president.
Kinderlyte brand launches to bring natural hydration option to health-conscious families
Newly created company, Kinderfarms, is on a mission to make natural children’s wellness products accessible to every family. In a world that’s increasingly focused on real, healthy ingredients, there are still many categories on shelf where outdated artificial products are the only option.
Dr Teal’s rolls out aluminum free deodorants
Dr Teal’s has launched a new line of aluminum free deodorants said to be clinically proven to protect against odor and absorb wetness all day. Dr Teal’s Aluminum Free Deodorants are now available nationwide in popular scents including Coconut Oil, Eucalyptus, Lavender and Charcoal.
Texas signs age-restriction law to curb teen cough medicine abuse
On May 17th, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law an age-18 requirement for the purchase of over-the-counter (O-T-C) medicines containing the cough suppressant dextromethorphan (DXM), an ingredient which is abused by some teenagers to get high.
Mars intros new Snickers Dark Chocolate and Twix Triple Chocolate Ice Cream Bars
Mars Wrigley Confectionery is introducing two new ice cream bars: Snickers Dark Chocolate Ice Cream Bars and Twix Triple Chocolate Ice Cream Bars. These rich, decadent treats are said to offer offer more chocolate flavor than ever before.