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For American patients to be put first, DIR fee relief is essential

The following was a post Monday from NACDS president and chief executive officer Steven Anderson on Medium urging action on DIR fee relief in final Medicare rule: We may be just days from learning whether a pending Medicare rule will provide relief from pharmacy direct and indirect remuneration (DIR

Nielsen and Beiersdorf U.S. expand partnership

Monday, Nielsen announced the renewal and expansion of its analytic relationship with Beiersdorf U.S. Together, Nielsen and Beiersdorf U.S. are fostering growth in the health and beauty space by accelerating the adoption of cutting edge analytics and technology. With this agreement, Beiersdorf U.S.

Fred’s front-store sales decline in Q4

Fred’s Inc. said a significant drop in sales in the front store contributed to a 17.2% slide in net sales to $307.1 million in its fourth quarter. Comparable-store sales declined 9.7% from the year earlier.

Upsher-Smith unveils educational resources and tools for migraine patients

Upsher-Smith  announced Friday the launch of its newly redesigned website for Qudexy XR (topiramate) Extended-Release Capsules. The enhanced website offers support tools and educational resources for those living with migraine and seeking information about preventative treatment.

CVS offers free health screenings in Sacramento

As part of a continuing commitment to building healthier communities, CVS Health celebrated this week the expansion of its annual Project Health free health screening campaign to Sacramento with a fun-filled community event at CVS Pharmacy, 1587 W El Camino Avenue, in Sacramento.

Inmar study looks at men’s online grocery shopping behavior

Inmar, a data-driven technology-enabled services company, recently surveyed 2,000 online grocery shoppers, 45% of which were men, to better understand their motivations, major concerns and overall mindset when it comes to purchasing their groceries online.

CRN welcomes eleven new companies

The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the leading trade association for the dietary supplement and functional food industry, Friday announced eleven new companies have joined the association’s membership ranks. These companies include: Voting Members—CV Sciences, Inc.

Kellogg Co. names new CFO

Kellogg Co. announced this week that its chief financial officer, Fareed Khan, is leaving the company on July 1, following the completion of the company’s second quarter.  He will be succeeded by Amit Banati, who is currently president, Kellogg Asia Pacific, Africa & Middle East (AMEA).

Bud Light celebrates World Pride with rainbow-inspired bottles

NEW YORK – This June, Bud Light is partnering with GLAAD to launch its first-ever rainbow aluminum bottle to celebrate World Pride. The new limited-edition bottles will be available in bars nationwide throughout the month of June.

Boomer Esiason announced as a keynote speaker at NASP meeting

CRANBURY, N.J.  – The National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP), a nonprofit organization representing key stakeholders in the specialty pharmacy industry, named former NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason as one of the keynote speakers for their seventh Annual Meeting & Expo.

Gillette launches Heated Razor

Gillette has released  its first-to-market Heated Razor by GilletteLabs. This high-tech device delivers a sustained heat sensation via an innovative warming bar and provides the pleasure of a hot towel with every stroke.