HDA to host Traceability Seminar in August
The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) will host its annual Traceability Seminar two months early, on August 29–31, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
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Walgreens announces myW Days shopping event
Walgreens has announced a new weeklong shopping event, myW Days, which will take place July 23-29 for myWalgreens members. The event will offer unprecedented rewards and savings on all purchases in-store, online and in the Walgreens app.
Private brand sales rose 8.2% in first half of the year
For the first half of 2023, store brands continued to post record sales and share as they have for the past 18 months. The success of store brands at the checkout includes outdistancing national brands in two key metrics. Store brand dollar sales across all U.S. retail outlets increased 8.2%, vs. a
Transaction Data Systems announces closing of merger with Outcomes
Transaction Data Systems (TDS), a portfolio company of BlackRock Long Term Private Capital and GTCR, announces the closing of the previously announced transaction with Cardinal Health.
Video Forum: JJ Fleeman, Ahold Delhaize USA
In this week’s Video Forum, JJ Fleeman, recently named chief executive officer at Ahold Delhaize USA, talks about the strengths of the organization and its prospects in the highly competitive grocery sector.
CeraVe pitches sun care education to New York and Chicago baseball fans
CeraVe has reinforced its commitment to driving sun safety education with the announcement of two partnerships this summer with legacy baseball teams, sponsoring Sun Safety Day with both the New York Yankees and the Chicago Cubs.
Retailers show commitment to private brand beauty and cosmetic products
PLMA’s 2023 Annual Private Label Trade Show will provide a good look inside the booming beauty industry. Exhibitors will introduce the latest innovations in cosmetics; fragrances; skin, nail and hair care; men’s grooming and much more.
Bausch + Lomb acquires Blink eye drops
Bausch + Lomb Corp. announced an affiliate has purchased the Blink product line of eye and contact lens drops from Johnson & Johnson Vision. The strategic acquisition is the latest example of the company’s commitment to increasing over-the-counter (O-T-C) consumer convenience in eye care.
Aurobindo receives FDA approval for etyqa tablets
EAST WINDSOR, N.J. – Aurobindo Pharma has received final approval from U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its Abbreviated New Drug Application for etyqa tablets, 0.5mg/0.1mg and 1mg/0.5mg.
NRF releases 2023 Top 100 Retailers list
WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation today released its annual list of the Top 100 Retailers, compiled by Kantar, a global marketing data, insight and consultancy company. The 2023 Top 100 Retailers ranks the industry’s largest companies according to domestic sales. Longtime No.
OPA names Hitesh Pandya new board chair
The Ontario Pharmacists Association (OPA), a leading advocacy and professional development organization for thousands of pharmacy professionals throughout the province, is pleased to announce the appointment of Hitesh Pandya as the new chair of its board of directors.
Homeopathic industry holds Town Hall event
The American Association of Homeopathic Pharmacists (AAHP) hosted a highly successful virtual Town Hall event on June 27 to discuss and provide potential solutions for the most pressing issues faced by the homeopathic industry.
Pharma brands experience post-pandemic slump while leading medical devices brands embrace AI
According to a recent study, Johnson & Johnson holds the title of the world’s most valuable and strongest pharmaceutical brand, valued at USD12.8 billion.
Walgreens to close 150 stores by August 2024
DEERFIELD, Ill. – Walgreens said it plans to shutter more than 100 store locations across the United States, the company announced this week. The pharmacy store chain will close 150 U.S. locations by the end of August 2024, Walgreens confirmed in a statement to NBC Chicago on Tuesday.
Bedoya meets with independent pharmacy owners on PBM issues
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Federal Trade Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya and attorneys from the Pennsylvania attorney general’s office participated in a roundtable discussion on Thursday focusing on pharmacy benefit managers’ contracting practices.
Circana thought leaders to present latest research at two upcoming events
Circana, formerly IRI and The NPD Group, announced new thought leadership for the upcoming weeks in its latest version of Next Week Now, a compilation of insights-rich activities, announcements, and events.