Icelandic Glacial makes major retail distribution push
Naturally alkaline, premium water brand Icelandic Glacial announced a huge expansion today of its sustainably-sourced natural spring water, with the addition of 8,000 new stores.
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PDX and DrFirst work to reduce rampant prescription abandonment
By best estimates, patients who don’t adhere to their prescribed medication plans cost the U.S. health care system between $100 billion and $300 billion annually in likely avoidable healthcare services.
Nature’s Bounty debuts products supporting anxiety and stress relief, sleep optimization and immune support
Recent studies have shown that nearly 50% of people experience worse sleep now than they did 10 years ago, and more than 50% of those individuals attribute their loss of sleep to stress and anxiety. That’s why The Nature’s Bounty Co.
Diplomat appoints Dave Loschinskey as COO
Diplomat Pharmacy’s board of directors has appointed Dave Loschinskey to serve as chief operating officer effective May 2. In addition, Gary Rice will retire from his position as executive vice president of operations effective May 17.
Rembrandt Deeply White toothpaste promises three shades whiter smile
Rembrandt has updated its original Deeply White + Peroxide fluoride toothpaste to improve flavor and value. The reformulation gives shoppers more toothpaste per tube (3.5-ounces compared to 2.6-ounces) and promises teeth will appear three shades whiter in just one week.
TABS Analytics joins forces with industry leader Decision Insight
TABS Analytics Tuesday announced that it acquired Decision Insight, a Kansas City, Mo.-based global shopper marketing research and analytics firm with expertise in both brick-and-mortar and online shopping environments.
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.
Poise brand launches new bladder leakage line
Research from Poise brand revealed that 100% of women who are physically active with light bladder leakage (LBL) compromise their workouts due to LBL.
Inmar white paper backs CMS’ DIR fee reform proposal
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Inmar recently released a new white paper that explores the impact of direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fees on patients’ out-of-pocket drug costs and on pharmacies.
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).