P&G completes acquisition of the consumer health business of Merck KGaA
Today, the Procter & Gamble Co. announced the successful completion of its acquisition of the Consumer Health business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.
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Kao USA to distribute Bio-Oil brand in U.S.
Union Swiss (Pty) Ltd, the owner of the Bio-Oil brand, announced that it has entered into an agreement with Kao USA Inc., where Kao will be its exclusive distributor in the U.S. “We are incredibly proud to bring Bio-Oil to the Kao USA Inc.
Perrigo study looks at “Beating the Holiday Burn”
While the holidays are synonymous with peace, love and joy for many Americans who celebrate, the holiday season is actually filled with physical and emotional discomfort, according to a new survey commissioned by the distributor of store brand Omeprazole Delayed Release Orally Disintegrating Tablets
Hallmark’s Paper Wonder cards reveal a distinctive surprise
This holiday season, Hallmark is launching Paper Wonder greeting cards to help people capture the magic of the most wonderful time of the year and share it with people they love.
CVS encouraging families to get their flu shots
In conjunction with National Influenza Vaccination Week (Dec. 2-8), CVS Health is reminding customers that it is not too late to get a flu shot to protect themselves and their loved ones from the flu.
Research explores the issues impacting today’s oncology practices
Oncologists are growing more confident in their ability to meet the requirements of the Medicare Access & CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA), according to new research from Cardinal Health Specialty Solutions.
EZ Waiting Room and Brandperx join forces
The point of care (POC) marketing industry is undergoing rapid transformations as companies reimagine the interaction between patients, doctors, and healthcare brands; the new partnership between Brandperx and EZ Waiting Room exemplifies this shift.
Albertsons teams with Solera Health on in-store diabetes program
Albertsons Cos. has joined the Solera Health network of National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) providers, offering the program in conveniently located in neighborhood grocery stores operating under 20 well known banners – including Albertsons, Safeway and Vons.
NACDS Foundation Dinner raises $1.8 million for patient-care initiatives
NEW YORK – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation celebrated its 20th Annual Foundation Dinner in New York on November 28. The event raised more than $1.
Brandperx expands point of care access and influence program into pharmacy
Brandperx, leaders in point of care marketing and communication, has expanded their nationwide network of over 250,000 healthcare providers to include more than 24,000 pharmacists.
Northwell to offer free HIV testing using mobile van at CVS locations
According to a story in Newsday, New Hyde Park-based Northwell Health is working on a pilot program with CVS Health to increase access to HIV testing and promote prevention efforts in Long Island and Queens communities where the virus is highly prevalent.
Kansas City pharmacy chain earns national accolades
Kansas City pharmacy chain Balls Food Stores was honored with the American Pharmacist’s Association (APhA) Foundation’s 2018 Pinnacle Award during a ceremony at APhA’s headquarters in Washington DC.
Brownmed launches Body Furnace: A hot, new product in outdoor gear
Brownmed has introduced Body Furnace, the next generation, app-controlled personal heating device that goes wherever life takes the wearer.
Budweiser and Jim Beam invite America to celebrate Repeal Day
Next week, Budweiser and Jim Beam Bourbon will recognize and celebrate a historic day in America – Repeal Day – the official end of Prohibition.
Unilever’s Paul Polman to retire; Alan Jope named successor
Unilever has announced that chief executive officer Paul Polman has decided to retire from the company.
CBD-infused products making inroads into consumer markets
The demand for CBD-based products is steadily rising as the cannabis market continues to gain momentum via sweeping legalization in North America, as well as natural economic growth as it settles into the mainstream consumer markets.