Walgreens research sheds light on immunizations
New research by Walgreen Co. reveals a disconnect between consumer beliefs and behaviors when it comes to immunizations.
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Thrifty White enlists patient messaging system
Thrifty White Pharmacy and LDM Group, a provider of behavior-based health management programs, have teamed up to support the Million Hearts Initiative, a national effort led by the Department of Health and Human Services that aims to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes over the next five yea
Rite Aid unveils next-gen ‘wellness’ format
Rite Aid has taken its "wellness store" concept to the next level. The drug store chain on Thursday unveiled the next generation of its wellness format — dubbed "Genuine Well-Being" internally — in a grand opening event at a Rite Aid store in Lemoyne, Pa.
Asteres appoints global operations VP
Asteres Inc. has named Shawn Orr as vice president of global operations. The company said Tuesday that Orr will lead the rapid expansion of its ScriptCenter automated pharmacy kiosk in retail, health care and military locations worldwide.
MinuteClinic becomes provider in TRICARE unit
MinuteClinic has become an in-network provider with TriWest, the Western region plan contractor for TRICARE, the health insurance program for the U.S. armed forces. The CVS Caremark retail health clinic subsidiary said Wednesday that TRICARE provides health care and pharmacy benefits to 2.
Winn-Dixie pharmacists help protect seniors from flu
Winn-Dixie pharmacists are participating in a free flu vaccination clinic for seniors in the Jacksonville, Fla., area as part of a health fair hosted by ElderSource (Area Agency on Aging). ElderSource said Wednesday that the event, to be held Oct.
September comp-store sales sink at Walgreens
Walgreen Co. saw comparable-store sales drop by double digits in September as the drug chain reported sharp declines in prescription count and pharmacy revenue, which took a hit from introductions of lower-priced generic drugs. Walgreens said Wednesday that same-store sales fell 11.
GunOil, PINK build chain drug retail presence
Distribution to Walgreens and CVS drug stores has helped fuel consumer interest in Empowered Products’ GunOil and PINK sexual wellness brands.
Device aids men with enlarged prostate
A new low-tech medical device called BladderVoid aims to help improve the lives of men dealing with the discomfort associated wtih an enlarged prostate, or BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia).
NACDS speaks out on battle against abuse of Rx painkillers
Responding to an article in The Wall Street Journal, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores called for more collaboration between the health care community and law enforcement in the battle against abuse of prescription painkillers.
Quick Sticks hit shelves at Walgreens, Walmart
QS Holdings Inc. has landed national distribution for its Quick Sticks fast-dissolve glucose supplement at Walgreens and Walmart. Quick Sticks come in boxes of a dozen 10g packets.
Pantene to premiere Expert Collection
Next month, Pantene plans to debut a new hair care collection designed to combat signs of hair aging and help repair extreme damage. The Procter & Gamble brand said Monday that the new Pantene Expert Collection brings two premium hair care lines: Pantene AgeDefy and Pantene Advanced+ Keratin Repair.
Mondelez wraps up Kraft grocery spin-off
Mondelez International Inc., formerly Kraft Foods Inc., has completed the spin-off of its North American grocery business, Kraft Foods Group, Inc.
Walgreens to form cystic fibrosis specialty pharmacy
Walgreen Co. and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation are partnering to operate a specialty pharmacy for the disease that will provide patients enhanced access to medications and expanded pharmacy services.
CHPA joins anti-smurfing effort in Alabama
The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) has teamed up with Alabama officials to launch the state’s new voluntary retail anti-smurfing campaign.
Smart Balance unveils ‘smarter’ milk for kids
Smart Balance Inc. has launched what it said is the first line of milk products formulated to support the growth and development of toddlers and children.