A look into AI and blockchain for drug retailers
In chain drug today, there are few terms that are as buzz-worthy as artificial Intelligence (AI) and blockchain.
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Creating a buzz in the supply chain
Technology is playing a big role in the supply chain and how important data is collected and shared. One of the top companies in this area is SupplyHive.
Lilly helping people prepare for disasters, making meds available
The 2019 Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1. With natural disasters and extreme weather on the rise, it’s critical to be prepared and ready to respond. That’s why Eli Lilly and Co.
Tastykake and Wonder “Deploy the Joy” to support the USO
Tastykake and Wonder have joined forces to announce a donation of up to $1 million over the course of three years to the United Service Organizations (USO).
P&G unveils new Pepto Bismol product for diarrhea
Pepto Bismol is bringing innovation to the digestive wellness category with Pepto Diarrhea and the release of Liquicaps. This new offering targets diarrhea relief and a convenient liquicap form just in time for a summer filled with traveling, cookouts and fun.
FMI weighs in on CBD-infused products at FDA hearing
WASHINGTON – Food Marketing Institute (FMI) on Friday participated in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) public hearing regarding products containing cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds, including hemp and cannabidiol (CBD), as the agency considers whether and how to create a legal pathway
Gilead Sciences names Mercier as CCO
Gilead Sciences announced that Johanna Mercier will join the company as chief commercial officer, and will become a member of the company’s senior leadership team. Mercier will assume responsibility for the company’s commercial operations effective July 1.
DIR relief urgency inspires over 4,700 letters to Congress
Already over the past week, NACDS RxIMPACT grassroots advocates have sent more than 4,700 letters to Congress. Their case is crucial: DIR relief is needed now for pharmacies’ viability and to reduce out-of-pocket drug costs for patients.
NACDS expands recommendations for opioid abuse prevention
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) has announced four more policy recommendations for opioid abuse prevention. The new proposals build on current policies backed by NACDS, which are achieving results at the federal and state levels.
Elevate CBD appoints Cindy Blum vice president of marketing
Axcentria Pharmaceutical, the parent company of Elevate CBD, has named Cindy Blum vice president of marketing. Blum is responsible for leading the branding, marketing and innovation for Elevate CBD with a vision of more than doubling sales in 2019. She is based in Chicago.
Keptner named Rite Aid chief marketing and merchandising officer
Rite Aid Corp. announced on Thursday that Erik Keptner, a proven leader with more than 20 years’ experience in retail marketing, has been named to the newly created position of senior vice president and chief marketing and merchandising officer, effective June 24, 2019.
Cancer mortality continues to decline
The latest Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer finds that, for all cancer sites combined, cancer death rates continued to decline in men, women, and children in the United States from 1999 to 2016. Overall cancer incidence rates, or rates of new cancers, decreased in men from 2008 to
Color ULTÎME teams with Shay Mitchell on an exclusive ‘Metallic’ Shades collection
Schwarzkopf, a brand of the Henkel Corp., announces Shay Mitchell as new spokesperson and co-collaborator for an innovative new line extension of metallic hair color shades from Color ULTÎME.
Ben & Jerry’s aims to produce CBD-infused ice cream
As a company long known for flavors like Half Baked & Magic Brownies, it’s no surprise that Ben & Jerry’s has an affinity for the newest trend in food, cannabidiol or CBD. Given Ben & Jerry’s history and on-going goal to bring fans the best ice cream possible, the company has announced
Cardinal Health releases fifth edition of Oncology Insights
Oncologists said they see a growing role for artificial intelligence (AI) in improving the quality of care and patient outcomes according to new research from Cardinal Health Specialty Solutions.