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New report shows cost of big drug companies’ patent abuse

New report shows cost of big drug companies’ patent abuse

A new report from The Coalition for Affordable Prescription Drugs (CAPD) and conducted by Matrix Global Advisors (MGA) found the yearly cost of big drug companies’ patent thickets on five top-selling prescription drugs ranges from $1.8 to $7.6 billion each.

Albertsons launches digital health, wellness platform

Albertsons launches digital health, wellness platform

Albertsons Cos. today announced the launch of Sincerely Health, a digital health and wellness platform accessible on 16 of its banners’ grocery app and websites, including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Shaw’s, Jewel-Osco, and Acme.

Mielle teams up with Amazon Original Series Harlem on Prime

Mielle teams up with Amazon Original Series Harlem on Prime

Mielle  announces  a new collaboration with the Amazon Original series Harlem on Prime Video. To celebrate the premiere of Season two on February 3, 2023, Mielle Mavens can now purchase curated haircare bundles inspired by Harlem’s main characters. Available on mielleorganics.

Ada Health and Pfizer collaborate

Ada Health and Pfizer collaborate

Ada Health (Ada) has teamed with Pfizer to launch its first digital condition-based care journey, designed to help people understand if they meet current criteria for progression to severe COVID-19 and connect with a health care provider for evaluation of their COVID-19 symptoms and treatment option

La Roche-Posay ranked as fastest growing skin care brand

La Roche-Posay ranked as fastest growing skin care brand

NEW YORK – La Roche-Posay was the fastest growing skin care brand last year, according to NielsenIQ. The  L’Oréal brand ranked first among 30 top brands based on dollar and unit sales growth (46% and 48% respectively) for full-year 2022 vs. full-year 2021.

Kroger delivery expands to South Florida

Kroger delivery expands to South Florida

Kroger announced the opening of a new spoke facility in South Florida. Joined by the local community, Kroger celebrated the expansion of the delivery service and welcomed 90 new associates.

Bud Light returns to Super Bowl with new campaign

Bud Light returns to Super Bowl with new campaign

Bud Light is back on the Super Bowl stage – and showing up in style – with a brand-new campaign and the debut of its latest Super Bowl commercial, “Hold,” featuring Hollywood it-couple, Miles and Keleigh Teller. “Hold” signals a new era for the Bud Light brand as it looks to reach fans 21+ in

NRF economist offers upbeat forecast for 2023

NRF economist offers upbeat forecast for 2023

WASHINGTON – Despite inflation and high interest rates, National Retail Federation chief economist Jack Kleinhenz is predicting that a recession is unlikely and the economy will see slight growth in 2023.

Mesmerize adds Express Rx pharmacies to network

Mesmerize adds Express Rx pharmacies to network

Mesmerize, a prominent out-of-home media company specializing in patient education at the point of care, announced the expansion of its pharmacy network to include Express Rx pharmacies. Express Rx offers high-quality, personalized service at their pharmacies within the Southeast U.S.

Bed Bath & Beyond closing 87 more stores

Bed Bath & Beyond closing 87 more stores

Bed Bath & Beyond said today it is closing an additional 87 stores, as the retailer seeks to consolidate its assets ahead of a possible bankruptcy filing. The company confirmed the closures in a statement, adding it was also closing all Harmon health and beauty store locations.

GNC and GHOST continue to glow up with exclusive launch

GNC and GHOST continue to glow up with exclusive launch

 PITTSBURGH – Holistic health is being redefined and for many consumers that definition includes skincare and beauty support. Within GNC’s curated assortment of science-backed products is a portfolio stocked with collagen, beauty supplements, women’s health supplements, and skincare solutions.

Deloitte looks at the future of the consumer

Deloitte looks at the future of the consumer

The consumer industry is facing a once-in-a-century economic, social and technological transition amid a backdrop of significant challenges. To that end, Deloitte recently completed an extensive, 18-month-long effort studying the industry.