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CVS and Walgreens now sourcing 100% cage-free eggs

CVS and Walgreens now sourcing 100% cage-free eggs

The Humane League announced a significant milestone around it animal welfare accountability work on cage-free commitments with CVS and Walgreens which resulted in the retailers fulfilling their commitments to source 100% cage-free eggs nationally three years ahead of schedule.

Walmart readies for 1st Wellness Day of 2023

Walmart readies for 1st Wellness Day of 2023

A new year is here, and Walmart invites communities to start down the path of getting – and staying – healthy at the first Walmart Wellness Day of 2023 on Saturday, Jan. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Customers can receive free health screenings for things like glucose, cholesterol, BMI and blood

Albertsons Q3 earnings top expectations

Albertsons Q3 earnings top expectations

Albertsons Cos. reported net earnings of $375.5 million, or 20 cents a share, for fiscal third quarter ended December 3. That’s down from $424.5 million, or 74 cents a share, in prior year period. Adjusted net income was $505 million, or $0.

Ahold Delhaize’s CFO to leave company

Ahold Delhaize’s CFO to leave company

Ahold Delhaize today announced that chief financial officer Natalie Knight is leaving the company to pursue another career opportunity. A search for a successor has begun, the company said.

CVS Health in talks to buy Oak Street Health

CVS Health in talks to buy Oak Street Health

CVS Health is looking at the acquisition of primary care center operator Oak Street Health, Bloomberg News reported on Monday citing people familiar with the topic. No final decision has been made and discussions could fall through, the report added.

FDA grants accelerated approval for Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment

FDA grants accelerated approval for Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Leqembi (lecanemab-irmb) via the accelerated approval pathway for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Leqembi is the second of a new category of medications approved for Alzheimer’s disease that target the fundamental pathophysiology of the disease.

GNC launches limited time Total Lean Lean Shake 25 Twin Pack

GNC launches limited time Total Lean Lean Shake 25 Twin Pack

PITTSBURGH  – Science-backed ingredients and powerful flavors are synonymous with GNC Total Lean. The brand – which includes products across categories including meal replacements, weight management supplements and savory snacks – is built with science-backed, results-driven formulations.

Heyward Donigan departing Rite Aid

Heyward Donigan departing Rite Aid

Rite Aid Corp. announced Monday that its board of directors has appointed Elizabeth (“Busy”) Burr, a member of the company’s board, as interim CEO, effective immediately. Burr’s appointment follows Heyward Donigan’s departure from the company as president and CEO, and as a member of the board.