Battle to turn the tide against opioid abuse intensifies
As the epidemic of opioid abuse continues to escalate in America, corporations and other organizations are ramping up their efforts to fight the problem. Rite Aid Corp.
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CVS execs take part in ongoing health care debate
Two CVS Health executives were in the spotlight last month at events discussing the new challenges facing the health care industry.
Discount Drug Mart automates
Discount Drug Mart and McKesson High Volume Solutions (HVS) have entered into a pharmacy automation agreement that calls for McKesson HVS to provide the retail pharmacy operator with a dispensing automation platform for a central fill pharmacy in Avon Lake, Ohio.
Albertsons, Rite Aid leaders tout merger
Albertsons Cos. and Rite Aid Corp. hosted a joint analyst event last month to discuss the strategic and financial benefits of the proposed merger transaction between the two companies.
Diplomat tabs Griffin chairman and CEO
The board of directors of Diplomat Pharmacy has appointed Brian Griffin board chairman and chief executive officer, effective June 4, the company announced last month. Griffin recently resigned as the executive vice president and CEO of IngenioRx, the pharmacy benefit manager of Anthem Inc.
Pessina on road ahead for WBA
Walgreens Boots Alliance executive vice chairman and chief executive officer Stefano Pessina urged analysts not to think they can see the future of Walgreens simply by visiting the company’s new pilot stores in Gainesville, Fla.
Industry gives president’s plan warm welcome
Chain drug retailers reacted favorably to President Trump’s drug price cutting plan; branded pharmaceutical manufacturers less so.
Blueprint to lower drug prices unveiled by Trump
The White House last month steered clear of extreme measures in issuing a plan to cut drug prices. While President Donald Trump called the proposal “the most sweeping action in history to lower the price of prescription drugs for the American people,” the plan left industry stakeholders relieved.
Kroger to roll out new CPG search service
Kroger, through Kroger Precision Marketing powered by 84.51°, will launch a new consumer packaged goods search service that combines both data and personalization options.
Rite Aid unveils safe medication disposal program
In an effort combat drug abuse and misuse, Rite Aid Corp. announced today its plans to install 100 medication disposal units in selected pharmacies over the next year.
BioPhotas intros Celluma POD light therapy device
BioPhotas, Inc. announces the latest addition to the Celluma Series, the Celluma POD. A FDA-cleared and patent-pending medical device, the Celluma POD incorporates the award-winning features of the Celluma PRO into a smaller handheld device for spot treating skin, joint and muscle conditions.
Lupin appoints Hart president – specialty for U.S. business
Lupin announced the appointment of Nicholas (Nick) Hart as president – specialty for its U.S. business. Hart will lead the specialty strategic business unit in the United States and will be responsible for Lupin’s specialty brand business growth strategy, P&L and organization.
Retailers gain added value at Total Store Expo
Leading-edge retailers approach the NACDS Total Store Expo (TSE) creatively and strategically, in ways that enhance team performance and sharpen differentiation in the marketplace.
Original Chipwich makes return in time for summer
After a seven year absence, Original Chipwich ice cream cookie sandwich is back just in time for summer with all-natural cookies, real chocolate chips and premium ice cream. The Original Chipwich is available major grocery and convenience stores in the northeast U.S.
Perfectil beauty vitamin now at Walgreens nationwide
Perfectil, a leading beauty vitamin in the U.K., is now launching in Walgreens locations nationwide in the U.S. Developed with world-leading scientist Prof.
Express Scripts teams with PinnacleCare on new program
Express Scripts announced a new Rare Conditions Care Value (RCCV) program with the introduction of a support service known as Second Opinion in partnership with PinnacleCare a private health advisory firm that offers personalized guidance and expert case review.