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New World Natural Brands names Curtin CEO

New World Natural Brands names Curtin CEO

New World Natural Brands chairman Ed Ryan announced the appointment of Shannon Curtin as the chief executive officer effective July 17, 2019. “Shannon’s vast beauty experience which combines both retail and consumer goods makes her especially well positioned to deliver our growth objectives.

Industry mourns PLMA news director Bob Vosburgh

Industry mourns PLMA news director Bob Vosburgh

NEW YORK ― Robert Vosburgh, Jr., a veteran supermarket trade journalist and most recently a familiar spokesperson for the U.S. store brands industry through his online video work for the Private Label Manufacturers Association, died on July 15. A resident of New Milford, Conn., he was 54.

CVS to start trial for home Hemodialysis device

CVS to start trial for home Hemodialysis device

CVS Health announced Wednesday the initiation of a clinical trial designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the HemoCare Hemodialysis System for administration of home hemodialysis. The innovative device includes safety features and is designed to make home hemodialysis simple for patients.

NCPA announces finalists for student awards

NCPA announces finalists for student awards

The National Community Pharmacists Association announced that three teams of pharmacy students have been named finalists in the 2019 Good Neighbor Pharmacy NCPA Pruitt-Schutte Student Business Plan Competition.

Meijer pharmacy gives away 50 million free prescriptions

Meijer pharmacy gives away 50 million free prescriptions

Meijer pharmacies marked a major milestone this week in helping customers lower their healthcare costs. The Midwestern retailer’s Free Prescription Drug program reached 50 million prescriptions filled since its launch in 2006, saving customers more than $650 million.

PerceptiMed appoints Frank Starn CEO

PerceptiMed appoints Frank Starn CEO

The board of directors of PerceptiMed announced Tuesday that Frank Starn has been appointed chief executive officer. Citing the success the company is having with its scripClip pick-to-light will call system, Dr.

NACDS praises Missouri’s e-prescribing Law

NACDS praises Missouri’s e-prescribing Law

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) on Monday praised Missouri’s enactment of SB 514, which requires electronic prescriptions for controlled substances, with specified exceptions, effective January 1, 2021.

Acosta names Darian Pickett CEO

Acosta names Darian Pickett CEO

Acosta, a full-service sales and marketing agency in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, announced  Monday the appointment of Darian Pickett as chief executive officer, effective immediately.

Rite Aid partners with Google Maps

Rite Aid partners with Google Maps

CAMP HILL, Pa. – Rite Aid and The Rite Aid Foundation announced Monday that over 550 medication disposal units across the nation are now searchable on Google Maps, making it even easier for people to safely dispose of unneeded or unwanted medications.