FluMist makes debut in Canada
AstraZeneca Canada Inc. is now offering FluMist intranasal vaccine in Canada for the prevention of seasonal flu.
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Health Enterprises to feature gold medalist at PLMA booth
Megan Jendrick, an Olympic gold medal-winning swimmer, is slated to appear at the Health Enterprises Inc. booth (#7501) at the Private Label Manufacturers Association show on Nov. 15 in Rosemont, Ill.
Diabetes Club program at Navarro expanded
Navarro Discount Pharmacy has kicked off its free Diabetes Club program, which this year features expanded benefits and information for customers.
NACDS Foundation helps fund Rx adherence campaign
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation has contributed $1 million to a campaign by the National Consumers League (NCL) to boost consumer awareness of the health benefits of medication adherence.
Rite Aid: Slow cold/flu season hits same-store sales
Rite Aid Corp. cited anemic cold/flu season-related business in reporting declined same-store sales for October. The drug store chain said Thursday that for the four weeks ended Oct. 23, overall same-store sales fell 1.7% versus a year earlier.
Abbott introduces ZonePerfect Cookie Dough bars
Abbott has rolled out ZonePerfect Cookie Dough Bars, which the company said is the first line of soft, chewy cookie dough nutrition bars providing antioxidants, vitamins and minerals and an excellent source of protein.
Kinney touts pharmacists’ health care role
Kinney Drugs has seen a spike in the number of patients using its pharmacy services since launching an effort to highlight how its pharmacists can make a difference in their health care outcomes and costs, according to executives.
CutisPharma earns patent for suppository compounding
CutisPharma Inc.has received approval from the United States Patent and Trademark Office for its patent on a method for the preparation, storage and dispensing of compounded suppositories.
Dream Water sleep aid hits shelves at Walgreens
Dream Products LLC has landed distribution for its Dream Water sleep aid at all Walgreens drug stores. The company said Tuesday that Walgreens is now carrying the 2.5-ounce Dream Water shot in its more than 7,000 stores nationwide.
American Greetings adds Illuminotes cards
A greeting card line from American Greetings Corp. brings a new way for consumers to convey warmth. The company said Tuesday that it has rolled out Illuminotes cards, which feature a unique card fold, an elegant frosted vellum window and beautifully diffused light.
Navarro adds to management team
Navarro Discount Pharmacy has strengthened their management team with the addition of three new executives The Miami-area drug store chain said Tuesday that it has named Kevin Shiplett as senior vice president of wholesale and business development, Paul DiBrito as director of real estate and constru
Reports: Walgreens has PBM on the block
Walgreen Co. is looking to sell its pharmacy benefit management business and has hired an adviser to run an auction, according to published reports. Citing people with knowledge of the matter, several news agencies said this week that the drug store chain has hired Bank of America Corp.
Prilosec OTC kicks off campaign with NFL linemen
Procter & Gamble’s Prilosec OTC brand has teamed up with two of the National Football League’s toughest offensive lineman to highlight the importance of powerful protection when treating frequent heartburn.
Novo Nordisk, entertainment industry group tackle diabetes
Novo Nordisk and the nonprofit group Entertainment Industries Council are launching a collaborative project to enhance dialogue among local diabetes experts, policy makers and the media to raise public awareness about managing diabetes.
BJ’s Wholesale serves up cold-and-flu guide
BJ’s Wholesale Club is making itself a wellness destination for cold and flu season. The Natick, Mass.-based warehouse club retailer is offering a 20-page coupon book for savings on cold and flu remedies as well as on products that help boost the immune system and help prevent the spread of germs.
MinuteClinic to provide free A1c tests
MinuteClinic health clinics in select CVS/pharmacy stores are offering free A1c tests in recognition of American Diabetes Month in November. The CVS Caremark Corp. in-store clinic subsidiary said Monday that the complimentary A1c tests, sponsored by Bayer Diabetes Care, will be provided through Nov.