CeraVe launches hydrating sunscreen
According to a recent survey conducted by CeraVe, only two percent of dermatologists say they believe their patients take sun protection very seriously.
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CVS Health’s Q1 results beat projections
CVS Health on Wednesday announced operating results for the first quarter ended March 31. The drug store chain reported a 42% increase in profit for the three months and raised its adjusted earnings forecast for the year, as it benefits from its $69 billion purchase of health insurer Aetna.
Walgreens teams to offer Mental Health First Aid training
As the most accessible health care providers in the community, and also among the most trusted, pharmacists can play an important role as part of patients’ care teams to help address the growing need for mental health resources. With today marking the beginning of Mental Health Month in the U.S.
PCMA supports legislation to increase competition, reduce Rx drug costs
Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) president and chief executive officer JC Scott released the following statement on today’s action in the House Judiciary Committee on legislation aimed at increasing competition in the prescription drug marketplace: “We applaud the House Judiciary Co
Bartell’s collects over 49,000 bears during annual donation drive
Bartell’s announced it collected over 49,000 bears during 2019’s Teddy Bear Patrol donation drive. The Teddy Bear Patrol, a program created by local radio station – WARM 106.9, helps those interacting with first responders find calmness in stressful situations through the comfort of a teddy bear.
Medisafe teams up with Lash Group
Lash Group, a patient support services company and a part of AmerisourceBergen, and Medisafe, a leading medication management platform, Tuesday announced that, together, they will provide an end-to-end patient adherence solution that combines a top-rated mobile platform within Lash Group’s current h
CVS joins the Quit Big Tobacco campaign
CVS Health announced Tuesday that it has pledged not to work with advertising or public relations agencies who work with tobacco and e-cigarette companies, following its decision to remove tobacco from its stores five years ago.
New NACDS chairman Chris Lane emphasizes ‘entire industry’
more than a trade association — an essential partner in our industry.” Lane, executive vice president of Wakefern Food Corp./ShopRite, delivered his
Pop-Tarts releases two new cupcake flavors
This June, Pop-Tarts is offering two tasty twists on a popular dessert: Frosted Chocolate Cupcake and Frosted Confetti Cupcake. Frosted Chocolate Cupcake is a brand-new flavor to satisfy any chocoholic, akin to the classic sweet treat.
Sandoz enters agreement for proposed trastuzumab biosimilar
HOLZKIRCHEN, Germany – Sandoz, a Novartis division and a global leader in biosimilars, announced Tuesday that it has entered into an agreement to commercialize a proposed trastuzumab biosimilar.
NACDS Foundation distributes $235,000 in scholarships to advance patient care
PALM BEACH, Fla. – The NACDS Foundation announced $235,000 in scholarships and grants through the 24th Annual NACDS Foundation Scholarship Program as part of an ongoing commitment to advancing patient care through pharmacy education.
New data shows mobile devices play a key role in shopping trip
Physical retail stores still play a major role in most Americans’ shopping journey, according to a recent survey conducted by Kelton Global on behalf of RetailMeNot.
Lane brings extensive pharmacy experience to NACDS
Chris Lane, who takes over the role of NACDS chairman this month, began his career in pharmacy, taking a pharmacy degree from the University of the Sciences College of Pharmacy in Philadelphia. After working for CVS Corp. and Duane Reade, he joined Wakefern Corp.
MMR vaccine available at Rite Aid pharmacies in Los Angeles
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Hy-Vee raises $360,846 during The Great American Milk Drive
Hy-Vee announced Monday that generous customer donations and its corporate participation during The Great American Milk Drive helped raise $360,846 to purchase much-needed milk for local food banks throughout Hy-Vee’s eight-state region.
NACDS announces 2019-2020 officers, board members
PALM BEACH, Fla. – During the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Annual Meeting, NACDS named new officers, one new executive committee member and seven newly elected board of directors members for the coming year.