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Global Rx spending forecast to exceed $1.5 trillion by 2023
The global pharmaceutical market is expected to grow at a slower rate over the next five years, according to a new report released Tuesday from IQVIA. Global spending on medicine reached $1.2 trillion in 2018, according to the report, and by 2023, that number could exceed $1.5 trillion.
Leading Edge Pharms adds new pain relief ointment to Cannavera line
Leading Edge Pharms, a biotechnology company developing novel cannabinoid therapies and innovative delivery systems, announced the launch of a new pain relief ointment in their existing Cannavera product line of topical pain relief creams, sprays and oils.
USF clinical trial seeks to reduce risk of Alzheimer’s, delay effects from disease
What if solving brain games and puzzles on a computer could reduce the chances of developing dementia such as Alzheimer’s or delay the debilitating loss of function associated with the disease? That’s the question researchers from the University of South Florida (USF) are seeking to answer through a
Relive Everyday introduces new CBD gummy products
Relive Everyday is rolling out THC-free Everyday Gummies in two levels. Relive Everyday’s hemp extract products are said to contain all the healing and beneficial compounds, including CBD, of the industrial hemp plant without the THC. Relive Everyday was created by a Central Pa.
Doritos debuts Super Bowl collaboration between Chance the Rapper and the Backstreet Boys
Doritos, one of the flagship brands from PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay division, today unveiled its campaign and advertisement for Super Bowl LIII on February 3.
CaryRx aims to Uberize pharmacies with mobile platform
Cary Rx has extended the release of their enterprise offering, CaryRx Enterprise, providing a cost-efficient platform that enables any pharmacy to transform into a tech-enabled operation.
Kroger Health, PTS Diagnostics launch CardioChek Plus analyzers
PTS Diagnostics and Kroger Health, Kroger Co.’s nationwide arm of health and wellness facilities, services and programs, announce the full rollout of CardioChek Plus analyzers for point-of-care blood testing to help identify individuals at-risk of heart attack, stroke and diabetes.
Aetna, Apple team to launch Attain app
Aetna, a CVS Health business, has launched Attain, a unique health experience designed by Aetna in collaboration with Apple.
GIANT rolls out GIANT DIRECT e-commerce operation
GIANT Food Stores is rebranding its digital grocery operations. The new branding — GIANT DIRECT, Powered by Peapod — will replace the current branding of Peapod by GIANT. The change comes with a new logo bearing the phrase “Direct from us, to you,” the company announced on Monday.
Countdown to NACDS Regional
February 3-5 in Palm Beach, Florida. Watch this video to find out what you need to know before you go.
NACDS gives input on HHS’ Healthy People 2030 initiative
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) has submitted comments containing recommendations for the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Healthy People 2030 initiative, which develops a new set of evidence-based, 10-year national objectives aimed at improving the health of all
M&M’s kicks off NASCAR season with sweet new car wrap
M&M’s announced today that the newest addition to the chocolate aisle – M&M’s Chocolate Bars – will be featured on the iconic No. 18 M&M’s Toyota for the 2019 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series opening race in Daytona Beach, Fla. The new treat from M&M’s, which hit shelves late last year, will grace
Upsher-Smith celebrates 100 years of serving patients
MAPLE GROVE, Minn. – Upsher-Smith proudly kicked off its centennial anniversary this month at its headquarters here.
Stella Artois brings back The Dude and Carrie Bradshaw this Super Bowl for a good cause
Fans of The Big Lebowski and Sex and the City rejoice — Stella Artois is bringing back The Dude and Carrie Bradshaw this Super Bowl Sunday in a big way. The iconic characters will grace TV screens across the country during the Big Game, encouraging viewers to reach for a Stella instead of