Walgreens becomes official pharmacy of NFL’s Giants
Walgreen Co. has announced a strategic alliance with the National Football League’s New York Giants as the team’s official retail pharmacy.
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Flu shots upcoming at Publix, United Supermarkets
Food and drug retailers Publix Super Markets Inc. and United Supermarkets this week said they’re set to launch their respective flu vaccination programs in the coming days. Lakeland, Fla.-based Publix plans to kick off its flu immunization program in stores this month.
Carmex launches its first tinted lip balm
Carma Laboratories Inc. has unveiled two new Carmex Moisture Plus ultra-hydrating lip balms with tints of color. The company said Tuesday that the product’s sheer pink and sheer peach hues mark the first time that the Carmex brand has added color to its lip care products.
Absorbine Jr.’s new packaging makes debut
W.F. Young Inc. has introduced new packaging for its Absorbine Jr. pain relief remedy. W.F. Young said Monday that the new packaging graphics update the brand and give it a more contemporary look while celebrating the company’s heritage of providing pain relief products for horses.
Dr. Scholl’s foldable shoes give break from high heels
Merck Consumer Care has launched Dr. Scholl’s For Her Fast Flats, a stylish, practical solution for women who need a break from their uncomfortable shoes.
PTCB highlights pharmacy technicians’ role in vaccine efforts
As drug store chains step up their flu shot campaigns this year, pharmacy technicians will be counted on to provide much-needed support, according to the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
Study: Take Care Clinics excel in engaging patients
A Gallup study has found that Take Care Clinics rank among the top 10% of all organizations globally in engaging their customers, according to Take Care Health Systems. The Walgreen Co.
Hyland’s adds new children’s remedies
Hyland’s Inc. has expanded its line of homeopathic remedies for children with the addition of Hyland’s Nighttime Cold ‘n Cough 4 Kids and Hyland’s Complete Allergy 4 Kids.
Bartell Drugs set to open doors of 59th store
Next month, regional chain Bartell Drugs plans to open its 59th store in Bellevue, Wash. The chain drug retailer said Tuesday that the 15,000-square-foot store, which will occupy a former Loehmann’s apparel store site, is scheduled to open Sept. 13 in Bellevue’s Factoria neighborhood.
Consumers: Doctors overly swayed by drug makers
Most Americans think doctors are overly influenced by pharmaceutical companies in their prescribing decisions, and many patients believe over-the-counter options are often overlooked, according to a new prescription drug poll by Consumer Reports. In a telephone poll of more than 1,100 U.S.
NACDS names political affairs director
J. Anne Foley is joining the the National Association of Chain Drug Stores as the new director of political affairs.
Colic Calm lands national distribution at CVS
CVS/pharmacy is now carrying Colic Calm homeopathic infant gripe water from TJL Enterprises Inc. in stores nationwide.
Campaign to promote IntelliGender baby gender test
IntelliGender has retained TransMedia Group to conduct a national campaign to publicize its Gender Prediction Test for expecting parents.
Novo Nordisk taps Upsher-Smith to market Vagifem
Novo Nordisk Inc. has signed an exclusive agreement with Upsher-Smith Laboratories Inc. to market 10 mcg Vagifem tablets. Financial terms of the agreement weren’t disclosed.
RelayHealth earns EHNAC e-prescribing accreditation
RelayHealth has achieved full accreditation with the e-Prescribing Accreditation Program (ePAP) from the Electronic Healthcare Network Accreditation Commission (EHNAC). The McKesson Corp.
Catalina rolls out NasalCEASE for nosebleeds
Catalina Healthcare has introduced NasalCEASE, an over-the-counter remedy designed to quickly stop nosebleeds. The company said late last week that NasalCEASE is now available in the first aid section at national chain drug stores such as CVS/pharmacy and at independent pharmacies.