CVS exiting U.S. Chamber of Commerce over smoking
CVS Health is leaving the U.S. Chamber of Commerce because of its stance on global anti-smoking laws, a company spokesman confirmed.
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PROFOOT kicks off partnership with pro soccer team
PROFOOT Inc. marked its new partnership with Major League Soccer team New York City FC at a special viewing party with midfielder Tommy McNamara in Manhattan.
Hi-Tech acquires Innovative Labs diet/energy brands
Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals plans to acquire the diet and energy aids brands of Innovative Laboratories, a maker of weight-loss and sports nutrition products. Financial terms of the agreement weren’t disclosed.
Exeltis’ Pregnitude lands retail distribution at Walgreens
Exeltis USA’s Pregnitude, a dietary supplement formulated to support reproductive health, has rolled out on shelves at nearly 1,200 Walgreens stores nationwide.
Vertex’s Orkambi seen as breakthrough in treating cystic fibrosis
The approval of Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc.’s Orkambi (lumacaftor/ivacaftor) is being hailed as a big stride forward in the treatment of cystic fibrosis. The Food and Drug Administration announced its approval of the drug just before the holiday weekend.
London Drugs scores with Five Hole for Food
London Drugs is again showing its support for Five Hole for Food (FHFF), a nonprofit group that organizes street hockey games across Canada each summer to raise awareness for food banks and collect food donations.
Jean Coutu Group tallies sales gains in 1Q
Pharmacy and over-the-counter drug sales helped drive revenue gains in the fiscal 2016 first quarter for the Jean Coutu Group’s retail store network. The Canadian drug chain said Tuesday that for the first quarter ended May 30, sales for the franchised store network rose 4.4% to nearly $1.
Benzer Pharmacy adds specialty Rx executive
Michael LaBrecque has joined Benzer Pharmacy as vice president of specialty pharmacy. The drug chain said Monday that LaBrecque will be responsible for the overall project oversight, budget, staffing, planning and project management for specialty pharmacy.
Emdeon to buy Altegra Health
Emdeon Inc. plans to acquire Altegra Health, a provider of health care payment and analytics solutions, in a $910 million cash deal.
U by Kotex launches Security Ultra Thin pads
Kimberly-Clark Corp. has introduced U by Kotex Security Ultra Thin pads, designed to help women feel more confident in their period protection.
Dollar Tree closes Family Dollar acquisition
Dollar Tree Inc. has finalized its deal to acquire rival Family Dollar Stores Inc. Dollar Tree said Monday that under the merger agreement announced and unanimously approved by each company’s board in July 2014, Family Dollar shareholders will receive $59.60 in cash and 0.
Rite Aid hires risk management executive
Risk management professional Paul Zikmund is joining Rite Aid Corp. as group vice president of risk and controls, a newly created position. Rite Aid said Monday that Zikmund will oversee risk management for Rite Aid and its subsidiaries, including RediClinic, Health Dialog and EnvisionRx.
Mondelez unveils ‘thin’ Oreos
Mondelez International Inc. is adding a new twist to the iconic Oreo cookie. The company on Monday announced Oreo Thins, described as a “grown-up” version of the popular snack.
Unilever set to acquire Murad
Unilever has entered an agreement to buy clinical skin care brand Murad.
Cardinal Health wraps up purchase of Harvard Drug
Cardinal Health Inc. has closed its $1.115 billion acquisition of pharmaceutical distributor Harvard Drug Group.
McKeon makes foray into oral care with LunaGuard
McKeon Products Inc., a leading supplier in ear care and hearing protection, has made its entry into the oral care arena with an innovative nighttime mouth guard called the LunaGuard.