SinfulColors to debut Kylie Jenner nail colors
Next month, SinfulColors plans to begin rolling out limited-edition Kylie Jenner nail color collections to retail stores. The company said the products will be on shelves from March 1 to Aug.
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Regional drug chains look to build on strengths
Stakeholders in chain pharmacy understandably direct a lot of attention to the giants of the industry, such companies as CVS Health, Walgreens Boots Alliance, McKesson and Kroger.
CVS makes ‘Most Innovative Companies’ list
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.
GMDC names new chairman, board members
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).
Diplomat promotes Urick to senior VP
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, NASPA honor pharmacists
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 rolls out wet/dry electronic foot file
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
More work needed on preferred pharmacy access
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 2016 winners unveiled
Product of the Year USA has announced its 2016 product innovation award winners, which include an own-brand item from CVS Pharmacy.
Kamedis, Taro dandruff care system debuts at Walgreens
Kamedis Inc., in collaboration with Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., has launched the Kamedis Bio-Herbal Dandruff Care system.
Cardinal Health bullish on medication synchronization
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 to acquire Meda in $9.9 billion deal
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.
NRF forecasts retail sales uptick for 2016
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, MinuteClinic offer meningitis B vaccinations in Santa Clara
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 expands lubricants lineup with K-Y Touch
K-Y has introduced K-Y Touch, described as a two-in-one massage creme and pleasure gel.
Benzer Pharmacy adds more locations
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.