NACDS print ad blasts Express Scripts-Medco merger
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores’ advertising campaign in opposition to the proposed merger of Express Scripts and Medco Health Solutions has now hit print.
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TheraPED selected as gift at country music awards
Health Enterprises Inc. new spa therapy product, TheraPED, has been selected for the talent gift bags at next month’s 45th Annual Country Music Association Awards. Hosted by country music stars Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, the 45th Annual CMA Awards will be held on Nov.
Shoppers Drug Mart names new chief executive
After a seven-month search, Shoppers Drug Mart Corp. has appointed Domenic Pilla as president and chief executive officer. Canada’s largest drug store chain said late Monday that Pilla, who most recently was president of McKesson Canada, will take the helm as CEO on Nov. 1.
Ritzman opens doors in Buehler’s stores
Ritzman Pharmacies Inc. has wrapped up its acquisition of Buehler Food Markets Inc.’s in-store pharmacies. The Ohio-based drug store chain said Monday that it has completed the transition of all Buehler’s pharmacies to Ritzman Pharmacies, which have now opened their doors in the supermarkets.
AccuDial acquires Stephen Key Design
Accudial Pharmaceutical Inc. has acquired Stephen Key Design, a licensing company specializing in rotating label technology.
Stopain to hit store shelves in Canada
Topical pain reliever Stopain is slated to become available to Canadian customers for the first time. Troy Healthcare, the maker of Stopain, said Monday that the topical analgesic will be rolled out to retailers across Canada this month through a partnership with ANB Canada.
Hyland’s names VP of sales
Les Hamilton has joined homeopathic medicine manufacturer Hyland’s Inc. as vice president of sales. Hyland’s said Monday that Hamilton comes to the company from The Emerson Group, where he served as field sales manager for seven years.
Rexall’s Jeffery to retire
Retail pharmacy industry veteran Warren Jeffery plans to retire from Katz Group Canada Ltd./Rexall at the end of this month.
Retail pharmacy giants eye more Part D business
The nation’s biggest retail pharmacy chains are wasting no time in expanding their options as the Medicare Part D plan selling season gets under way. Walgreen Co., Walmart and Target Corp.
Rite Aid brings flu shots to NYC commuters
Rite Aid Corp. is taking its flu shot message to the masses — that is, the masses of commuters filing through Manhattan’s Grand Central Terminal. Dr.
Pampers adds Sesame Street-design diapers
Pampers has introduced improved Pampers Cruisers with 3-Way Fit diapers featuring new Sesame Street designs.
Coty honored for innovation
Coty Inc. has been recognized as the Most Innovative Company of 2011 by the renowned Consumer Goods Technology Group.
Poll: Some Americans unsure of vaccine safety
A Thomson Reuters-NPR Health Poll found that more than a quarter of Americans are concerned about the value and safety of vaccines. What’s more, over 20% of the survey’s more than 3,000 respondents said they believe vaccines can cause autism. Thomson Reuters and NPR conduct the monthly poll to
NABP, Pfizer ally in battle against counterfeit drugs
The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) and Pfizer Inc. have teamed up to combat the sale of counterfeit prescription medicines and help patients learn how to safely buy medicines online.
Pharmaca readies new California location
Late next month, Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy plans to open its 24th location in Carlsbad, Calif. Pharmaca, which provides traditional prescription filling services and homeopathic health solutions, said Thursday that the 4,700-square-foot Carlsbad store will open for business on Oct.
CVS Caremark alliance aims to reduce hospital readmissions
Leveraging its medication therapy knowledge, CVS Caremark Corp. has partnered with Dovetail Health, a provider of transitional care services, to help prevent hospital readmissions.