CVS Health has made the 2016 Fast Company “50 Most Innovative Companies” list, coming in at No. 3. The business publication said CVS was among a number of first-timers on the annual list, including pharmaceutical manufacturer Bristol-Myers Squibb, which was No. 17.
Steve Davis, director of center store, general merchandise, health/beauty care and grocery nonfoods at Weis Markets Inc., has been appointed chairman of the Global Market Development Center (GMDC).
Paul Urick has been promoted to senior vice president of industry relations for pharmaceutical account management and payer strategies at Diplomat Pharmacy Inc.
Upsher-Smith Laboratories Inc. and the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA) have recognized 43 pharmacists from across the country with a 2015 NASPA Excellence in Innovation Award.
Amopé has expanded its foot care lineup with the Pedi Perfect Wet & Dry Rechargeable Foot File. The Reckitt Benckiser (RB) brand said the Pedi Perfect Wet & Dry is the first leading electronic foot file brand to work on both wet and dry skin. The company noted that the electronic foot file’s
Though the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has improved Medicare Part D patient access to preferred pharmacies, more work needs to be done, according to the National Community Pharmacists Association.
Product of the Year USA has announced its 2016 product innovation award winners, which include an own-brand item from CVS Pharmacy.
Kamedis Inc., in collaboration with Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., has launched the Kamedis Bio-Herbal Dandruff Care system.
Cardinal Health Inc. said its new medication synchronization program, MedSync Advantage, offers manifold benefits for community pharmacies in terms of patient care and efficiency.
Mylan N.V. plans to acquire Sweden-based pharmaceuticals manufacturer Meda AB in a deal valued at $9.9 billion, including debt. Mylan said late Wednesday that the offer to Meda includes cash and Mylan shares, with the equity portion valued at $7.2 billion.
Economists at the National Retail Federation (NRF) predict retail industry sales this year will exceed their 10-year average as the economy continues to grow and consumers show more willingness to spend. The federation forecasts sales will rise 3.1% in 2016, topping the 2.
CVS Health said it’s now providing meningitis B vaccines to people living in Santa Clara County, Calif., in response to confirmed cases of the disease on the Santa Clara University campus.
K-Y has introduced K-Y Touch, described as a two-in-one massage creme and pleasure gel.
Benzer Pharmacy has acquired Acme Pharmacy in Mango, Fla., which will mark the third location that the drug chain has added so far this year.
Jakemans Inc. is bringing GOPO Rosehip with Galactolipids, a joint care supplement, to the U.S. market.
Five hair care brands are headlining Texture on the Runway, a showcase for textured hair being held during New York’s Fall 2016 Fashion Week. Taking place on Saturday, Feb.
