Walmart names new chief people officer
Walmart has named Judy Werthauser as executive vice president and chief people officer. In this role, she will lead the people strategy within Walmart U.S.
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Theraflu addition called a ‘medicine chest must-have’
The worst of this year’s cough/cold season may be over for some people, but consumers should still be wary of respiratory ailments for the remainder of winter. “We have seen an early and intense ramp-up of flu, RSV, colds and new COVID-19 variants.
More informative condom displays will drive sales
Today’s most compelling, and alarming, trend in sexual wellness is the secondary thought given to condom use among Millennial and Gen Z adults. According to both IRI and Nielsen, condom sales at brick-and-mortar have tracked slightly downward or leveled over the last several quarters and years.
Tivity’s Ashworth on the need for agility, adaptability
Today, companies need to adapt and be more agile than ever. That’s especially true for businesses across all levels of the chain drug store retail landscape, which extends from retail and pharmacy to public health services.
Perimenopause should not be overlooked any longer
It usually happens when women are in their 40s, but sometimes earlier. Suddenly, a monthly cycle that was predictable becomes erratic. Fluctuating hormones begin to impact aspects of daily life, from sleep to relationships to bladder changes.
Amazon’s RxPass part of a bigger picture
By now it has become a familiar refrain: Amazon is taking another step to extend its reach in the $4 trillion health care sector.
Some relatively easy industry predictions
The new year has been under way for about a month now, and speculation about the upcoming 12 months already abounds. Not to be left at the starting gate, here’s a look from Chain Drug Review’s headquarters into what just might happen between now and December 31 and what will remain anyone’s guess.
Amazon’s 4Q revenue tops expectations
SEATTLE – Amazon on February 2 reported revenue of $149 billion for its fourth quarter, beating estimates with a 9% increase from a year earlier.
Mielle teams up with Amazon Original Series Harlem on Prime
Mielle announces a new collaboration with the Amazon Original series Harlem on Prime Video. To celebrate the premiere of Season two on February 3, 2023, Mielle Mavens can now purchase curated haircare bundles inspired by Harlem’s main characters. Available on mielleorganics.
Study looks at reducing medication errors during care transitions
Pharmacists discover and correct medication errors missed by other clinicians at hospital admission, according to a study by McLean Hospital, a leader in psychiatric care and affiliate of Harvard Medical School.
Ada Health and Pfizer collaborate
Ada Health (Ada) has teamed with Pfizer to launch its first digital condition-based care journey, designed to help people understand if they meet current criteria for progression to severe COVID-19 and connect with a health care provider for evaluation of their COVID-19 symptoms and treatment option
La Roche-Posay ranked as fastest growing skin care brand
NEW YORK – La Roche-Posay was the fastest growing skin care brand last year, according to NielsenIQ. The L’Oréal brand ranked first among 30 top brands based on dollar and unit sales growth (46% and 48% respectively) for full-year 2022 vs. full-year 2021.
Kroger delivery expands to South Florida
Kroger announced the opening of a new spoke facility in South Florida. Joined by the local community, Kroger celebrated the expansion of the delivery service and welcomed 90 new associates.
Bud Light returns to Super Bowl with new campaign
Bud Light is back on the Super Bowl stage – and showing up in style – with a brand-new campaign and the debut of its latest Super Bowl commercial, “Hold,” featuring Hollywood it-couple, Miles and Keleigh Teller. “Hold” signals a new era for the Bud Light brand as it looks to reach fans 21+ in
NRF economist offers upbeat forecast for 2023
WASHINGTON – Despite inflation and high interest rates, National Retail Federation chief economist Jack Kleinhenz is predicting that a recession is unlikely and the economy will see slight growth in 2023.
Mesmerize adds Express Rx pharmacies to network
Mesmerize, a prominent out-of-home media company specializing in patient education at the point of care, announced the expansion of its pharmacy network to include Express Rx pharmacies. Express Rx offers high-quality, personalized service at their pharmacies within the Southeast U.S.