CeraVe launches hydrating sunscreen
According to a recent survey conducted by CeraVe, only two percent of dermatologists say they believe their patients take sun protection very seriously.
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CVS Health’s Q1 results beat projections
CVS Health on Wednesday announced operating results for the first quarter ended March 31. The drug store chain reported a 42% increase in profit for the three months and raised its adjusted earnings forecast for the year, as it benefits from its $69 billion purchase of health insurer Aetna.
Walgreens teams to offer Mental Health First Aid training
As the most accessible health care providers in the community, and also among the most trusted, pharmacists can play an important role as part of patients’ care teams to help address the growing need for mental health resources. With today marking the beginning of Mental Health Month in the U.S.
Mobile is the starting point for every technology conversation
The use of technology to improve the shopping experience is on the rise, and the conversation about technology at retail must begin with mobile. Ten years ago, shoppers seeking product information and inspiration would search online from their desktop, browse a paper catalog or traverse the aisles.
Experimentation is key to keeping drug chains relevant
It’s hard to believe that at one time, chain drug was so entrenched in business as usual that mail-order pharmacies were considered an existential threat to the channel.
PCMA supports legislation to increase competition, reduce Rx drug costs
Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) president and chief executive officer JC Scott released the following statement on today’s action in the House Judiciary Committee on legislation aimed at increasing competition in the prescription drug marketplace: “We applaud the House Judiciary Co
Bartell’s collects over 49,000 bears during annual donation drive
Bartell’s announced it collected over 49,000 bears during 2019’s Teddy Bear Patrol donation drive. The Teddy Bear Patrol, a program created by local radio station – WARM 106.9, helps those interacting with first responders find calmness in stressful situations through the comfort of a teddy bear.
With ‘Amazonization’ of health care, what’s next for retailers?
Americans’ relationship with health today is markedly different from what it was a few years ago. Shaped and modernized by changes in technology, society and the economy, this relationship continues to change at an increasingly rapid pace, creating new health realities for businesses.
The long-term health benefits of biologics
During the last few months, we’ve seen an intense focus on the cost of medicines, including a Senate hearing featuring seven biopharmaceutical executives.
Taking actions to support patients over a longer flu season
including flu, respiratory ailments and seasonal allergies — indicates that the traditional
Medisafe teams up with Lash Group
Lash Group, a patient support services company and a part of AmerisourceBergen, and Medisafe, a leading medication management platform, Tuesday announced that, together, they will provide an end-to-end patient adherence solution that combines a top-rated mobile platform within Lash Group’s current h
CVS joins the Quit Big Tobacco campaign
CVS Health announced Tuesday that it has pledged not to work with advertising or public relations agencies who work with tobacco and e-cigarette companies, following its decision to remove tobacco from its stores five years ago.
Using data to reduce negative drug interactions
A patient died. He was under a physician’s care for rheumatoid arthritis (and other conditions).
New NACDS chairman Chris Lane emphasizes ‘entire industry’
more than a trade association — an essential partner in our industry.” Lane, executive vice president of Wakefern Food Corp./ShopRite, delivered his
Pop-Tarts releases two new cupcake flavors
This June, Pop-Tarts is offering two tasty twists on a popular dessert: Frosted Chocolate Cupcake and Frosted Confetti Cupcake. Frosted Chocolate Cupcake is a brand-new flavor to satisfy any chocoholic, akin to the classic sweet treat.
Sandoz enters agreement for proposed trastuzumab biosimilar
HOLZKIRCHEN, Germany – Sandoz, a Novartis division and a global leader in biosimilars, announced Tuesday that it has entered into an agreement to commercialize a proposed trastuzumab biosimilar.