GIANT Co. names MacDonald VP of Marketing
CARLISLE, Pa. – GIANT Co. has named John MacDonald vice president of marketing, effective immediately. He will report directly to GIANT president John Ruane.
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ColoTest for colon cancer screening now available at select Walmart locations
Reese Pharmaceutical announced that ColoTest, its new Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) for colon cancer screening, is now available at 3,700 Walmart locations across the U.S.
Video Forum: Lynne Fruth, Fruth Pharmacy
In the first installment of a two-part interview, Lynne Fruth, CEO of Fruth Pharmacy, tells this week’s Video Forum about the company’s role in securing passage of legislation to rein in PBM practices under West Virginia’s public employees insurance plan.
NACDS to Senate: Pharmacies have a vital role to play in supporting food is medicine access
the nation’s most accessible healthcare providers — have an important role to play when it comes to driving food is medicine initiatives, providing prevention and management services for chronic disease, and delivering total health and wellness solutions.
KISS launches creative and disruptive multimedia campaign
The EGC Group recently developed the “imPRESS Yourself” campaign featuring the “imPRESS Express.” This was a successful disruptive international multimedia campaign for KISS Products, Inc., a global leader in professional quality beauty products and treatments.
Natrol intros quick support mood and stress mint supplements
SHERMAN OAKS, Calif. – Natrol recently expanding its mood and stress portfolio with the launch of Quick Balance Mints in three mindful formulas: Calm, Energy and Happy.
Octapharma USA names industry veteran Kelly Hearn VP of Commercial Development and Marketing
PARAMUS, N.J. – Octapharma USA has appointed pharmaceutical industry veteran Kelly Hearn as Vice President of Commercial Development & Marketing, assuming immediate leadership of the product marketing team as the company continues to grow its presence in the U.S. market.
Ahold Delhaize seeks to speed growth after Q1
With fiscal 2024 off to a solid start, Ahold Delhaize is setting its sights on accelerating growth across the 16 brick-and-mortar retail and e-commerce brands that it operates in Europe, the United States and Asia.
Target lowering prices on 5,000 frequently shopped items
Target Corp. announced last week it will lower everyday regular prices on approximately 5,000 frequently shopped items across its assortment. The retailer has just reduced prices on about 1,500 items, with thousands more price cuts planned to take effect over the course of the summer.
Asembia brings together key pharmacy executives for 20th Summit
Held earlier this month, Asembia’s 2024 Specialty Pharmacy Summit, AXS24, eclipsed another record attendance, further establishing the conference’s role as a top convener of industry leaders who come together to discuss the latest and best ways to care for the most complex patients and improve their
NACDS Foundation sponsors 42nd Annual March of Dimes Gourmet Gala
On Wednesday, May 15, March of Dimes hosted its 42nd Annual March of Dimes Gourmet Gala at the National Building Museum in Washington, DC. The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation (NACDS Foundation) returned for its eighth year as a Platinum Sponsor of the evening.
CRN commends GRMA for GMP certification program recognition
CRN congratulates the Global Retailer and Manufacturer Alliance (GRMA) for having its dietary supplement good manufacturing practice (GMP) certification program recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) as meeting the latter’s benchmark requirements.
NACDS to Congress: Want to sustain rural healthcare? Here’s how.
ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is urging the U.S.
APhA announces results of 2024 board elections
Today the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) announced the election of Magaly Rodriguez de Bittner, PharmD, FNAP, FAPhA, of Pasadena, MD, as 2025–2026 APhA president-elect. Rodrigeuz de Bittner will succeed Randy P.
Camber adds rufinamide oral suspension to product family
Camber Pharmaceuticals announced the addition of rufinamide oral suspension to its product line. Following the launch of Rufinamide Tablets in 2021, this new addition completes the Rufinamide product family.
Welly Health PBC launches “Happy Campers Kit”
Welly Health PBC has launched the “Happy Campers Kit,” a limited-edition camp trunk curated in collaboration with celebrity mom Tiffani Thiessen. The new kit includes a special collection of essentials and extras to give parents peace of mind and help campers thrive during overnight camp.