The Senate and House pass U.S. Farm Bill; waiting on Trump’s signature
The House on Wednesday passed a $867 billion U.S. Farm Bill. The bill, which passed the Senate Tuesday by a vote of 87-13, now heads to the president’s desk for signature.
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Seattle’s Chris Talone wins Wahl’s contest
From early lumberjacks, to modern-day computer programmers, a healthy beard is common workplace attire in the Emerald City — just ask Seattle school teacher Chris Talone.
Groups meet to form the National Hispanic Pharmacists Association
The National Hispanic Health Foundation (NHHF) today announced the formation of a new organization, the National Hispanic Pharmacists Association (NHPA), to increase access to care for Hispanic communities across the country.
Kroger buying part of Shopko’s pharmacy business
According to various published reports, Kroger Co. has acquired a portion of Shopko’s pharmacy business, according to a spokesperson for Kroger-owned Roundy’s stores. The transaction impacts 42 Shopko pharmacy locations. Twenty-five of those Shopko pharmacies are located in Wisconsin.
Kroger and GoodRx launch the Kroger Rx Savings Club
Kroger Co. announced today the launch of its Rx Savings Club, a new program designed to significantly reduce the cost of prescription drugs for customers across the country, adding to the retailer’s Wellness Your Way platform. The program was developed in partnership with GoodRx.
Vicks brings relief with DayQuil and NyQuil Severe with VapoCOOL
Vicks DayQuil and NyQuil Severe are known for providing trusted coughing, aching, stuffy head, sore throat, fever medicine, and this year, they’ve upped the cool factor to vaporize your cold with new Vicks DayQuil and NyQuil Severe with VapoCOOL.
Hallmark names former Kroger CEO David Dillon to board
David Dillon, retired chairman and chief executive officer of Kroger Co. and current chairman of the University of Kansas Endowment Board of Trustees has been elected to the board of directors of Hallmark Cards, Inc.
PQA appoints 2019 board and executive committee
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The Pharmacy Quality Alliance (PQA) board of directors approved its 2019 executive committee and appointed four new members to the 23-member board during its fourth quarter meeting. The appointments are effective January 1.
BIC celebrates 60th anniversary In U.S. by honoring employees and community partners
BIC, a world leader in stationery products, lighters and shavers, celebrated the company’s 60th anniversary in the U.S. by thanking its customers, community partners and team members.
Walmart, Express Scripts to extend Rx network
Today, Walmart and Express Scripts announced an extension to the companies’ existing network agreement to provide access to Walmart’s prescription services for Express Scripts clients’ covered members.
Walgreens launching safe medication disposal kiosks in Missouri
Walgreens is expanding its first of a kind safe medication disposal program throughout Missouri to allow individuals to dispose of unwanted medication in a drugstore setting year-round at no cost. Governor Mike Parson will join Walgreens at one of its St.
7-Eleven introduces Roamer canned wine for people on the go
7-Eleven, Inc. introduces its first canned wine – Roamer. It is available in chardonnay and rosé. The Roamer Syrah-based rosé is a dry, fruit-driven wine with hints of strawberry and raspberry, making it a crisp, easy-drinking rosé.
Dr. Reddy’s launches of over-the-counter store brand equivalent of Prilosec OTC
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd.announced today the launch of Omeprazole Delayed-Release Tablets, 20 mg, an over-the-counter (OTC) store-brand equivalent of Prilosec OTC (omeprazole delayed-release) Tablets, 20 mg, in the United States market as approved by the U.S.
ShopRite dietitians provide healthy holiday eating tips
Customers looking to create healthier holiday meals can get free assistance and advice courtesy of ShopRite’s in-store dietitian team, who are offering classes and events highlighting better-for-you holiday recipe suggestions in December.
Kellogg’s unveils new Honey Nut Frosted Flakes
This January, fans of Frosted Flakes will have one more way to enjoy the iconic cereal as new Kellogg’s Honey Nut Frosted Flakes lands on shelves nationwide.
Mars offers triple the flavor with new Twix bar
This December, Mars Wrigley Confectionery is introducing a new variety of Twix with triple the chocolate taste: meet Twix Triple Chocolate Cookie Bars. This new treat is a unique cookie experience made of chocolate cookie bars, chocolate caramel, and cloaked in milk chocolate.