WBA, Humana, reportedly pursuing greater ties
Walgreens Boots Alliance and health insurer Humana Inc. are in preliminary talks to take equity stakes in each other, according to the Wall Street Journal.
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NACDS sends members analysis of 2018 state elections
The National Association of Chain Drug Store (NACDS) has provided to the membership a state-by-state overview of the 2018 elections, and their implications for a pro-patient, pro-pharmacy policy agenda. The memo described the election results for state legislative chambers and governor’s races.
Bazooka Candy Brands introduces Ring Pop Gummy Gems candy
Bazooka Candy Brands, a division of The Topps Company, Inc., launched Ring Pop Gummy Gems this week. Inspired by the brand’s signature gem shape, this new candy with a sweet gummy outside and a drop of sour gel on the inside, is a unique 2-in-1 candy experience. Ring Pop Gummy Gems are now available
CVS now sees Aetna deal closing after Thanksgiving
According to published reports, CVS Health says it now expects to close its $69 billion acquisition of Aetna after the Thanksgiving holiday, after saying earlier this month that it anticipated the deal would close before the holiday.
Khanna, Sanders to intro legislation to lower prescription drug prices
SANTA CLARA, Calif. – At a time when one in five American adults cannot afford to get the prescription medication they need, U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna (D, Calif.) and U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I, Vt.
Sandoz and Pear Therapeutics announce launch of reSET
Sandoz, a Novartis division, and Pear Therapeutics, Inc., announced today the commercial launch of reSET for patients with Substance Use Disorder (SUD). reSET, the first and only FDA-authorized prescription digital therapeutic, is immediately available.
Mars brings back Snickers ‘Hungerithm’ promotion
For the second year in a row, Mars Inc.’s Snickers is bringing back “Hungerithm,” a tool that monitors the mood of the internet. When consumers drop hints of hunger online, the coupon discount of Snickers increases at participating 7-Eleven stores in real time.
John Frieda Hair Care, Camila Mendes debut New Day 2 Revival Collection
John Frieda Hair Care and brand ambassador Camila Mendes launched the new Day 2 Revival collection at an intimate event in Los Angeles over the weekend.
Kroger and Ocado choose site for high-tech fulfillment center
Kroger Co. and Ocado announced the Cincinnati region as its selection for America’s first customer fulfillment center (CFC).
Retailers: How much holiday music is too much?
Holiday music is an important part of any holiday marketing strategy. But when should a retailer start playing Christmas music and how much is enough? There is much debate on the subject and what a retailer should do largely depends on who the music is targeted to.
Survey: More consumers plan to shop during this holiday weekend
According to a new survey from Deloitte, more than 7 in 10 (71%) holiday shoppers plan to head to the stores and online over the Thanksgiving weekend (Thanksgiving Thursday — Cyber Monday).
Pharmacies’ future rests on pharmacists
There is a lot of talk in the industry about the role of retail pharmacists and how it will change in response to the aspirations of those professionals; the knowledge and expertise they possess; and the needs of a creaking health care system, notably the problems of patient access and rising expend
ACUVUE OASYS named among TIME’s ‘Best Inventions of 2018’
TIME has selected ACUVUE OASYS with Transitions Light Intelligent Technology from Johnson & Johnson as one of the ‘Best Inventions of 2018,‘ in its annual round-up spotlighting groundbreaking innovations worldwide.
More specialty drugs available through AllianceRx Walgreens Prime
Patients with certain rare, chronic and complex conditions can now obtain the medications that may improve or save their lives from AllianceRx Walgreens Prime, a leading central specialty and home delivery pharmacy.
Walgreens rolls out cancer care program
Walgreens has launched a new program called Feel More Like You, developed to help people living with cancer and their caregivers manage the potential physical changes associated with cancer treatment.